Assistant Professor, Spanish - College of Liberal Arts and Sciences

The Department of English and Modern Language is seeking a Spanish Faculty (Assistant Professor) who will primarily teach Intermediate Spanish language, Literatures, Civilization and Culture courses. At Lipscomb, we emphasize use of the target language in all instruction. Ideal candidates will have experience creating interactive courses that build a passion in students for language study and an appreciation for learning about people from other places. Teachers are encouraged to provide opportunities for speaking and developing cultural competence.

Upper division courses might include Advanced Conversation & Phonetics, Advanced Grammar and Composition, Hispanic Cinema, Spanish Civilization or Literature, and Spanish-American Civilization or Literature. This faculty member will collaborate with and support adjunct faculty and will be coached by a senior language faculty to ensure impact and curricular cohesion. The candidate must have a PhD in Spanish, preferably in literature, and teaching experience at the college level is required. Additional important skills are taking initiative to implement creative lessons, building community with colleagues and students within the EML department, and encouraging students to minor in language or participate in our summer program in Oviedo, Spain.