Pittsburg State University
Location
Pittsburg, Kansas
The Adjunct Lecturer will teach undergraduate level courses, both in-person and/or online, within the identified program areas, specifically focusing on various levels of Spanish instruction. Duties include teaching specialized courses such as Introductory Spanish for Health Professionals, Technical Trades Professionals, and K-12 Educators.
Candidates are required to possess a Master’s Degree in Spanish or an equivalent qualification for accreditation purposes. Essential requirements include effective oral and written communication skills and prior instructor experience teaching Spanish to second language learners, along with expertise in a secondary area like Healthcare, Technical Trades, or K-12 Education.
The Pittsburg State University Department of English and Modern Languages is accepting applications for a part-time, in-person, temporary Adjunct Lecturer to teach for the Fall/Spring semester with a specific need in Spanish, Introductory Spanish for Health Professionals, Introductory Spanish for Technical Trades Professionals, Introductory Spanish for K-12 Educators.
• Teach in person and/or online sections at undergraduate level courses in the program areas identified.
Education and Experience
Candidate's must hold a Master’s degree in Spanish or related field. This degree requirement is necessary for accreditation purposes and to ensure candidates possess the specialized knowledge, skills, and abilities that can only be attained through a formal educational program at this level.
Job Type: Unclassified, Faculty, Non-Tenure Earning
Your employment with Pittsburg State University is contingent on a satisfactory criminal background and check.
Position Start Date: August 17, 2026
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Dr. Casie Hermansson chermansson@pittstate.edu
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire, as the university does not provide visa sponsorship for this position. .
PSU will only accept applications submitted through this process.
Pittsburg State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Market context
In Kansas, adjunct lecturer pool openings in Spanish are typically driven by semester-based teaching needs and enrollment changes. These roles are competitive because schools often look for a master’s degree or equivalent, prior experience teaching Spanish to second-language learners, and strong oral and written communication skills. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform, then tailor your application to highlight relevant classroom experience and accreditation-ready credentials.