Assistant Professor of Spanish TT
Listed on 2026-01-25
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Education / Teaching
University Professor, Academic
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Position Information
Job Type
Job Type Faculty
Position Title
Position Title Assistant Professor of Spanish TT
Position Number
Position Number F00046
Department
Department World Languages and Cultures
Location
Location Morehouse College - Atlanta GA
Position Summary
The Division of Humanities, Social Sciences, Media & Arts ( HSSMA ) invites applications for a tenure track, Assistant Professor of Spanish in the Department of World Languages and Cultures at Morehouse College. The ideal candidate will hold a Ph.D. in Spanish or Hispanic literature, Linguistics, Spanish Education, Latin American Literature, Afro-Diasporic Studies, or a closely related field. Secondary ability in French, Portuguese or African Language is a plus.
The department is seeking someone who thinks creatively about their teaching, engages in scholarship, and can be committed to the mission of Morehouse College—to develop men with disciplined minds who lead lives of leadership and service by emphasizing the intellectual and character development of its students and by assuming a special responsibility for teaching the history and culture of black people.
Responsibilities for this position include teaching; advising and mentoring students; engaging in scholarship; and service to the department, the HSSMA Division and the College. Applicants are asked to identify their strengths and experiences in assisting Black men and men of color from diverse cultural and socio-economic backgrounds to accomplish curricular goals. The successful candidate will be expected to support the College’s general education curriculum.
We also encourage all faculty to seek external funding through grants and other sources.
The start date for the position is August 2026.
Applications will be accepted until November 30. A WLC faculty member will also be in attendance at the ACTFL Convention from November 21–23. Interested individuals are encouraged to reach out with any inquiries regarding the available positions.
Required Qualifications
Minimum qualifications include a terminal degree in Spanish or a closely related field (Hispanic literature, Linguistics, Spanish Education, Latin American Literature, or Afro-Diasporic Studies) and significant graduate work in another language; commitment to excellence in teaching; evidence of a productive scholarship program; and service to the profession and community.
Preferred Qualifications
Ph.D. in Spanish or Hispanic literature, Linguistics, Spanish Education, Latin American Literature, Afro-Diasporic Studies.
Preferred Education/Experience
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
The ideal candidate should possess the ability to teach Spanish courses and related subjects that complement the department’s existing expertise. The candidate will be expected to contribute to the College’s general education curriculum.
A strong commitment to excellence in teaching, demonstrated evidence of an active scholarship program, and a dedication to professional and community service are highly desirable.
Candidate should have knowledge of effective pedagogical strategies and student assessment methods suitable for undergraduate education. Proficiency in computer literacy and instructional technology is required.
Physical Demands
Compensation
Salary is for service in a 9-month academic year faculty position.
Salary will be disbursed in 12 equal monthly installments.
Teaching Responsibility
- Minimum 3/3 teaching load or 21 credit hours annually.
- Specific course assignments and scheduling for each faculty member are determined in consultation with your Department Chair and Division Dean.
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