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For more than 60 years, Kennesaw State University has been known for its entrepreneurial spirit and sense of community. A leader in innovative teaching and learning, Kennesaw State is located just north of Atlanta and combines a suburban setting on two metro-Atlanta campuses in Kennesaw and Marietta. As one of Georgia's largest universities, Kennesaw State offers undergraduate and graduate degrees to over 50,000 students. Our high-impact research and Division I athletics also draw students from throughout the region and across the globe. A member of the University System of Georgia, Kennesaw State is a Carnegie-designated doctoral research institution (R2) committed to becoming a world-class academic institution positioned to broaden its academic and research missions and expand its scope on a local, regional, and national level. Job Title:
Lecturer of Spanish Location:
Kennesaw, Georgia Regular/Temporary:
Regular Full/Part Time:
Full-Time Job ID:
290697 Job Summary
Kennesaw State University is now accepting applications for a full-time, non-tenure track faculty position as Lecturer of Spanish in the Department of World Languages and Cultures (WLC) in the Norman J. Radow College of Humanities and Social Sciences with a preferred start date of August 2026. This is a nine-month contracted position. This position is for work to be performed in the state of Georgia. Responsibilities
Teach mainly lower-division language Spanish courses and occasional upper-division Spanish courses (dependent on departmental needs). Assignments may also include teaching major-level courses in the area of the candidate's specialization in English geared toward all Modern Languages and Cultures majors. Establish a teaching environment where all students can be successful. Prioritize student success, foster an engaging learning environment for all students, and accommodate a broad range of educational goals. Service commitments such as organizing co-curricular activities, program recruitment, and limited committee work. The current teaching load is 4/5 for the year. Qualifications
Required Qualifications A minimum of a Master's degree, or the foreign equivalent, in Spanish or related studies is required at the time of hire. OR a minimum of a Master's, or the foreign equivalent, in a non-related discipline with 18 graduate credit hours in Spanish, is required at the time of hire. A strong background in proficiency-oriented instruction. Native or near-native proficiency in Spanish and English. Documented experience in teaching Spanish courses in face-to-face and/or hybrid or online environments. Documented experience in professional service. Preferred Qualifications Experience developing and/or teaching courses in a variety of modalities, including face-to-face, online, or hybrid courses. Experience with understanding/developing/administering effective language assessments. Familiarity with current trends in language pedagogy, cultural studies, linguistics, and related technologies. Ability to work effectively as a team member in the Department of World Languages and Cultures. Experience in organizing co-curricular activities, program recruitment and/or advising student groups. Required Documents to Attach
CV Cover Letter Unofficial Transcripts (Official Transcripts and Official International Course-by-Course Evaluations Due Upon Hire) Names, phone numbers, and email addresses of at least 3 references to be contacted as needed Teaching Philosophy Statement (two pages maximum) Sample student evaluations and/or examples of student work (Upload as Additional Documents) Incomplete applications will not be considered. Application Details
Review of applications will begin immediately. For full consideration, please apply by October 26, 2025. Contact Information
For questions about this faculty opening, please contact Dr. Robert Simon at rsimon5@kennesaw.edu. For technical support or assistance completing a job application, please contact the Shared Services Center at (877) 251-2644 or support@usg.edu. For questions about a specific job posting at Kennesaw State University, please contact the search chair listed under the contact information section on each posting. For general questions about faculty jobs please email facultyjobs@kennesaw.edu. USG Core Values The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available online at the USG policy manual links. Equal Employment Opportunity Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University prohibits harassment or discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, ethnicity, religion, age, disability, or veteran status. For more information, contact the Office of Institutional Equity at eeo@kennesaw.edu. Background Check Final candidates will be required to consent to a criminal background investigation as per USG policy. Seniorit y level
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For more than 60 years, Kennesaw State University has been known for its entrepreneurial spirit and sense of community. A leader in innovative teaching and learning, Kennesaw State is located just north of Atlanta and combines a suburban setting on two metro-Atlanta campuses in Kennesaw and Marietta. As one of Georgia's largest universities, Kennesaw State offers undergraduate and graduate degrees to over 50,000 students. Our high-impact research and Division I athletics also draw students from throughout the region and across the globe. A member of the University System of Georgia, Kennesaw State is a Carnegie-designated doctoral research institution (R2) committed to becoming a world-class academic institution positioned to broaden its academic and research missions and expand its scope on a local, regional, and national level. Job Title:
Lecturer of Spanish Location:
Kennesaw, Georgia Regular/Temporary:
Regular Full/Part Time:
Full-Time Job ID:
290697 Job Summary
Kennesaw State University is now accepting applications for a full-time, non-tenure track faculty position as Lecturer of Spanish in the Department of World Languages and Cultures (WLC) in the Norman J. Radow College of Humanities and Social Sciences with a preferred start date of August 2026. This is a nine-month contracted position. This position is for work to be performed in the state of Georgia. Responsibilities
Teach mainly lower-division language Spanish courses and occasional upper-division Spanish courses (dependent on departmental needs). Assignments may also include teaching major-level courses in the area of the candidate's specialization in English geared toward all Modern Languages and Cultures majors. Establish a teaching environment where all students can be successful. Prioritize student success, foster an engaging learning environment for all students, and accommodate a broad range of educational goals. Service commitments such as organizing co-curricular activities, program recruitment, and limited committee work. The current teaching load is 4/5 for the year. Qualifications
Required Qualifications A minimum of a Master's degree, or the foreign equivalent, in Spanish or related studies is required at the time of hire. OR a minimum of a Master's, or the foreign equivalent, in a non-related discipline with 18 graduate credit hours in Spanish, is required at the time of hire. A strong background in proficiency-oriented instruction. Native or near-native proficiency in Spanish and English. Documented experience in teaching Spanish courses in face-to-face and/or hybrid or online environments. Documented experience in professional service. Preferred Qualifications Experience developing and/or teaching courses in a variety of modalities, including face-to-face, online, or hybrid courses. Experience with understanding/developing/administering effective language assessments. Familiarity with current trends in language pedagogy, cultural studies, linguistics, and related technologies. Ability to work effectively as a team member in the Department of World Languages and Cultures. Experience in organizing co-curricular activities, program recruitment and/or advising student groups. Required Documents to Attach
CV Cover Letter Unofficial Transcripts (Official Transcripts and Official International Course-by-Course Evaluations Due Upon Hire) Names, phone numbers, and email addresses of at least 3 references to be contacted as needed Teaching Philosophy Statement (two pages maximum) Sample student evaluations and/or examples of student work (Upload as Additional Documents) Incomplete applications will not be considered. Application Details
Review of applications will begin immediately. For full consideration, please apply by October 26, 2025. Contact Information
For questions about this faculty opening, please contact Dr. Robert Simon at rsimon5@kennesaw.edu. For technical support or assistance completing a job application, please contact the Shared Services Center at (877) 251-2644 or support@usg.edu. For questions about a specific job posting at Kennesaw State University, please contact the search chair listed under the contact information section on each posting. For general questions about faculty jobs please email facultyjobs@kennesaw.edu. USG Core Values The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available online at the USG policy manual links. Equal Employment Opportunity Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University prohibits harassment or discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, ethnicity, religion, age, disability, or veteran status. For more information, contact the Office of Institutional Equity at eeo@kennesaw.edu. Background Check Final candidates will be required to consent to a criminal background investigation as per USG policy. Seniorit y level
Entry level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Information Technology Industries
Online Audio and Video Media
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