The Department of Foreign Languages at Iona College, New Rochelle, NY, announces a search to fill a full-time clinical non-tenure faculty position to teach all levels of Spanish language as well as specific content courses in area of expertise, especially Central and South America Culture and Literature and/or Linguistics.

This is a full-time renewable appointment contingent upon a successful review with a teaching load of 4 courses per semester. Candidates should hold a PhD in Latin American Studies or Linguistics (with emphasis in Second Language acquisition) or related field. Preference will be given to candidates with strong evidence of excellence in language teaching at the university level. English and Spanish native-equivalent fluency is required, knowledge of German preferred.

The Lecturer will contribute to the department’s efforts on student recruitment, retention, and success. Active participation in program and department committees, functions, and operations will be required together with ability to work in a collegial setting. This hire is for a Fall 2020 start date.

Required Skills Required Experience

• 1 to 3 years of relevant teaching experience

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