Bentley University·Waltham, Massachusetts
The lecturer will teach beginning and intermediate Spanish and French courses, typically managing a load of four courses per semester. Additional duties include course coordination and departmental service to enhance the Language, Culture, and Business major.
Summary The department of Modern Languages (ML) at Bentley University seeks outstanding candidates for a one-semester Visiting Lecturer position in Spanish and French for Spring 2027, with possibilities of renewal. Bentley is committed to the teacher-scholar model where teaching, scholarship, service, and community engagement are expected and valued. We seek qualified faculty who represent diverse backgrounds, interests and talents and share a commitment to high ethical standards and a willingness to embrace challenge and change. In addition to a variety of language electives, the ML Department offers the Language, Culture, and Business (LCB) major, as well as language minors (Chinese, French, Italian, Spanish), and Spanish for Business. The Department actively engages with students outside the classroom through the Center for Language and International Collaboration (CLIC). We also work closely with the Office of International Education. Bentley University, located in suburban Boston, is an AACSB and NECHE accredited institution that enrolls approximately 5,500 students at the undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral levels. Bentley is ranked at or near the top in several categories by US News & World Report, including Best Regional Universities North and Most Innovative Schools, with Bloomberg ranking Bentley in the top 20 undergraduate business programs. Bentley’s high graduation and retention rates and top-ranked Pulsifer Career Center reflects a commitment to student success and inclusiveness. With a strong faculty of teacher-scholars, Bentley strives to be a “Force for Good” through the integration of business with the arts and sciences, and a strong emphasis on ethics and social responsibility. Providing a stimulating academic community for faculty, staff, and students, Bentley supports its faculty as they pursue cutting-edge research and bring their expertise and real world understanding into the classroom.
Summary The successful candidate must demonstrate a commitment to world language teaching, possess native or near-native fluency in Spanish and French, and hold at a minimum a master’s degree. We seek individuals committed to innovative language and culture teaching practices. Lecturers in the Modern Languages Department regularly have an assignment of four (4) courses per semester, typically teaching beginning and intermediate language courses, in addition to a service component such as course coordination, or other departmental services related to the position. We seek a candidate whose main focus is language pedagogy or a closely related field and will emphasize applying the latest methods and practices in L2 pedagogy, Heritage Learners, and SLA (such as task-based activities) to coordinate and enhance our LCB major. Criteria for selection include a) an ability to teach Spanish and French, b) proven effective teaching of both languages at all levels, especially beginning and intermediate, and c) native or near-native linguistic proficiency in both Spanish and French.
M.A. or Ph.D. in French or Spanish by the time of appointment. Candidates should possess a minimum of two years of university-level teaching experience and demonstrate a deep commitment to excellence in teaching at the undergraduate level. Candidates must be eager to work in a department with a tradition of teamwork, teaching, advising, and service. Additionally, candidates must have native or near-native proficiency in Spanish, French, and English, and be willing to teach in any of those languages. Special Instructions to Applicants: For full consideration, candidates should submit the following as part of the application: Curriculum Vitae Cover letter highlighting desired qualifications for the position and specific interest in Bentley and its Modern Languages department. A Teaching Statement, which should include a description of how the candidate has demonstrated or intends to create and support an inclusive classroom environment. For additional information about this position, please contact the Chair of the Modern Languages Department Christian Rubio (crubio@bentley.edu). For best consideration, please apply by September 20. Pay Transparency: At Bentley we offer a “total rewards” package designed to attract, motivate, retain, and reward our employees. This includes competitive compensation, robust benefits, career development and opportunities, generous paid time off, workplace flexibility and a positive, engaging employee experience. In alignment with the Massachusetts Pay Transparency Act and our commitment to equity and transparency, we’re sharing the salary grade range for this role. The grade range is based on market data and the scope of responsibilities. Final pay will depend on your experience, education, and other relevant qualifications. Salary Ranges (depending on rank, qualifications and experience): Visiting Lecturer: $68,036 - $92,049 If you have questions about the salary grade range or need additional information, please contact us at GA_HR_Employment@bentley.edu. Bentley University requires references checks and may conduct other pre-employment screening. DIVERSITY STATEMENT Bentley University strives to create a campus community that welcomes the exchange of ideas, and fosters a culture that values differences and views them as a strength in our community. Bentley University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, building strength through diversity. The University is committed to building a community of talented students, faculty and staff who reflect the diversity of global business. We strongly encourage applications from persons from underrepresented groups, individuals with disabilities, covered veterans and those with diverse experiences and backgrounds.
Candidates must hold at least a master's degree in French or Spanish and possess native or near-native fluency in Spanish, French, and English. A minimum of two years of university-level teaching experience is required.
Market context
Visiting lecturer openings in Massachusetts for Spanish and French are typically driven by university teaching needs and course coverage, so demand can be steady but selective. These roles are competitive because schools often look for advanced degrees, native or near-native fluency in multiple languages, and prior university teaching experience. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit before preparing a teaching portfolio and recent course materials.