University of Massachusetts·Lowell, Massachusetts
The instructor will teach three sections of Spanish courses, including Spanish 1 and Culture and Spanish 2, on Tuesdays and Thursdays. They are expected to integrate diverse teaching methods to maintain a student-centered learning environment.
The Department of World Languages and Cultures at the University of Massachusetts Lowell seeks a part-time adjunct Instructor to teach two sections of Spanish 1 and Culture with a possibility of one section of Spanish 2, taught on Tuesdays and Thursdays The successful candidate will be expected to begin work on September 1st, 2026.
This is a part-time, non-benefited appointment for the Fall 2026 semester, with the possibility of renewal based on departmental needs, satisfactory performance, and available funding.
Under the guidance of the Spanish program coordinator, the ideal candidate will enhance the student's learning experience by integrating a variety of methods and strategies into the teaching process and maintaining a student learning-centered environment. The University of Massachusetts Lowell is committed to increasing diversity in its faculty, staff, and student populations, as well as curriculum and support programs, while promoting an inclusive environment. The Department of World Languages and Cultures seeks candidates who can contribute to that goal. Instructors will be expected to attend a scheduled orientation on Monday, August 31st, 2026.
Initial review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. This will continue to be an ongoing posting to develop a pool of applicants for openings as they arise.
This is a part-time, non-benefited, Union of Adjunct Faculty, Local 1596, UAW position. For Adjunct Faculty salaries, please refer to the Adjunct Faculty salary chart [https://www.uml.edu/hr/labor-relations/adjunct-faculty.aspx] for the rates.
Please include a CV and cover letter with your application. Names and contact information of three references will be required during the application process.
Candidates must hold at least an M.A. degree in Spanish and possess native or near-native proficiency in both Spanish and English. A minimum of four years of college-level teaching experience using a communicative approach is required.
Market context
In Massachusetts, part-time World Languages and Cultures openings in Spanish often reflect steady demand at colleges that need instructors for language instruction and section coverage. These roles are competitive because schools typically look for an M.A. in Spanish, native or near-native proficiency in Spanish and English, and several years of college-level teaching with a communicative approach. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then tailor your application to show recent classroom examples and student-centered teaching methods.
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