at Loyola University Of Chicago in Chicago, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Position Details
Position Details
Job Title
Modern Languages and Literatures, Lecturer (Spanish), Non-Tenure Track
Position Title
Modern Languages and Literatures, Lecturer (Spanish), Non-Tenure Track (2 vacancies)
Position Number
Job Category
University Faculty
Job Type
Full-Time
FLSA Status
Exempt
Campus
Rogers Park-Lake Shore Campus
Location Code
MODERN LANGUAGES (02107A)
Department Name
MODERN LANGUAGES
Is this split and/or fully grant funded?
No
Duties and Responsibilities
Loyola University Chicago (LUC), College of Arts and Sciences, Department of Modern Languages & Literatures, invites applications for a full-time Lecturer of Spanish (non-tenure-track, renewable) beginning academic year 2023-2024. The Spanish section of MLL serves approximately 50 majors in Spanish and over 300 minors. The successful candidate will be joining a department with more than 20 full-time faculty members, over 12 majors and minors, and a graduate program in Hispanic Studies. For more information about the Department of Modern Languages & Literatures, please visit its website at .
Located on Chicago's vibrantly multicultural North Side, LUC is committed to creating an inclusive, responsive community of faculty, students, and staff. As an urban-based Department of Modern Languages and Literatures dedicated to mentoring a diverse student body, many of whom come from under-represented and under-served populations, we especially encourage applications from candidates from under-represented groups. This search is part of a university-wide, multiyear hiring initiative designed to hire outstanding researchers and teachers who are reflective of our diverse student body. Of special interest are candidates who can further the University's efforts to foster diversity, equity, and inclusion.
The candidate will teach four undergraduate courses per semester, ranging from beginning to high intermediate level Spanish language courses, possibly also including courses in literature in translation, as well as serving as coordinator for Spanish 101-102. Coordination duties include running a yearly two-day training workshop, traditionally scheduled two weeks before the fall semester begins, supervising and conducting periodic observations of graduate student instructors, and assisting with placement for SPAN 101 and 102, among other tasks.
Qualifications
The candidate should have a PhD in Spanish or a related field at the time of appointment. Candidates for the position must clearly demonstrate the potential for excellence in teaching and have a record of (or clear potential for) language coordination and student mentorship. Experience in teaching all levels of Spanish language and coordination of different levels from beginning to high intermediate is required. Candidates should have experience in the innovative use of technology in the classroom and be willing to assess all language levels and to supervise e-portfolios. Experience in second language acquisition is also desirable. The candidate should be willing to support the mission of LUC and the goals of a Jesuit Catholic Education.
Physical Demands
None
Working Conditions
None
Minimum Education and/or Work Experience
The candidate should have a PhD in Spanish or a related field at the time of appointment. Candidates for the position must clearly demonstrate the potential for excellence in teaching and have a record of (or clear potential for) language coordination and student mentorship. Experience in teaching all levels of Spanish language and coordination of different levels from beginning to high intermediate is required. Candidates should have experience in the innovative use of technology in the classroom and be willing to assess all language levels and to supervise e-portfolios. Experience in second language acquisition is also desirable. The candidate should be willing to support the mission of LUC and the goals of a Jesuit Catholic Education.
Open Date
02/17/2023
Close Date
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants should submit to : (1) a letter of interest; (2) current Curriculum Vitae; (3) a statement on teaching experience; and (4) a statement addressing past or potential contributions to mentoring a diverse student body through research, teaching, and other channels and engaging a diverse community... For full info follow application link.
Loyola University Chicago is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer with a strong commitment to hiring for our mission and diversifying our faculty and staff. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion (except where religion is a bona fide occupational qualification for the job), national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or any other factor protected by law.
Loyola University Chicago is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
