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New River Community College

Adjunct Spanish Professor

New River Community College, Overland Park, Kansas, United States, 66213

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Johnson County Community College Position:

Adjunct Spanish Professor Department:

Academic Affairs Type of Position:

Adjunct Faculty Exemption Status:

Exempt Work Schedule, Hours per week:

Varies depending on department needs Starting Salary Range:

AJCR $1,208-$1,344 per credit hour and in accordance with the adjunct table and determined based on relevant years of work experience provided on application and resume. Benefits Category: For Adjunct Faculty: Optional Retirement plan access Tuition discount for JCCC courses (for adjuncts meeting eligibility criteria) Additional Incentives: Free access to the Gym on campus for all employees and dependents Discount to the Hiersteiner Child Development Center Snow days Professional development funding and training opportunities Mentorship program Recognition and awards programs Employee wellness programs Position Summary

The Foreign Language department is seeking a Spanish adjunct professor to teach Elementary level Spanish language. JCCC is located in Overland Park, KS, the second largest city in the state of Kansas and part of the greater Kansas City Metro. The Kansas City Metro is known for its museums, restaurants, and music and art scenes. JCCC is similarly dedicated to creating and maintaining a rich cultural community, with an award-winning contemporary art museum and center for the performing arts located on campus. JCCC is looking for a diverse pool of applicants for a part-time adjunct faculty position in the Foreign Language Department to serve as a substitute or teach Elementary and Intermediate Spanish in the day or evening in the summer, spring or fall semesters in person and live online (Zoom). The Foreign Language Department is part of the Communications Division. Many of our students are non-traditional, military veterans, immigrants, international and first-generation college students. JCCC has a diverse student population and is dedicated to increasing its diversity. The successful applicant for this job may teach the equivalent of 5-10 credit hours or serve as a substitute professor. This person will perform other duties expected of adjunct faculty, to include collaborating and working successfully with other full-time and adjunct faculty in the Foreign Language department and other duties as assigned. Additional responsibilities: Provide extra and co-curricular opportunities for Spanish language students. Participate in the planning and administration of all departmental initiatives. Participate in on-campus events promoting languages. Complete ACTFL and/or other departmental training. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Candidates will be interviewed and will be asked to demonstrate a 30-minute class in person or on Zoom. Required Qualifications

M.A. degree in Spanish Demonstrated ability to teach Elementary and Intermediate Spanish courses. Demonstrated excellent communication and collaboration skills. Demonstrated knowledge of using technology in the classroom. Demonstrated ability to teach online using Zoom or a platform like Zoom. Demonstrated 2 years teaching experience at the post-secondary level and/or 4 years of high school teaching experience. Preferred Qualifications

Demonstrated understanding of the climate of post-secondary institutions. Demonstrated knowledge of ACTFL World-Readiness Standards for Learning Languages. Documentation from ACTFL (OPI) of advanced mid or higher in Spanish. Ability to teach Chinese, German, Japanese or French with HLC credentials. PhD in Spanish. Demonstrated ability to teach Elementary and Intermediate Spanish language courses. Demonstrated 4 years teaching experience at the post-secondary level. To be considered for this position we will require an application, resume, cover letter, and unofficial transcripts. *Unofficial transcripts are required for all Adjunct faculty and Faculty positions. About JCCC

Established in 1969, Johnson County Community College is dedicated to transforming lives and strengthening communities through learning. Located in Overland Park, Kansas, JCCC has enjoyed a national reputation for educational excellence and student success for more than 50 years. That's five decades dedicated to smaller class sizes, more resources and a thriving campus culture - not to mention our competitive tuition rates and extracurricular experiences that transcend the norm. Mission

JCCC inspires learning to transform lives and strengthen communities. Vision

JCCC will be an innovative leader in equitable student access, learning and success. Equal Employment Opportunity

JCCC provides equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals. JCCC does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, national origin, ancestry, disability, age, religion, marital status, parental status, military status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or other factors that cannot be lawfully considered in its programs and activities, which includes employment and admissions, in accordance with applicable civil rights and nondiscrimination laws. Inquiries concerning JCCC's compliance with its nondiscrimination policies may be referred to a Title IX Coordinator or Director of Human Resources, or the Dean of Students and Learner Engagement at Johnson County Community College, Overland Park, KS 66210, 913-469-8500; or to the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, Kansas City Office, 1010 Walnut Street, Suite 320, Kansas City, MO 64106, Telephone: 816-268-0550, Email to OCR.KansasCity@ed.gov. Disclosure

If you need any assistance throughout the search process, please reach out to the HR at JCCC. Finalists for this position will be subject to criminal background investigations. Some departments may require pre-employment tests and the submission of certified transcripts. For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to apply prior to the review date listed in posting. If you are an applicant requesting assistance or a reasonable accommodation in the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at 913-469-3877, or email HR@jccc.edu. To apply, please visit: careers.jccc.edu/en-us/job/497566 Copyright ©2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved.

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