Adjunct Lecturer, Spanish (Pooled Posting)

Primary Responsibilities

Teach Spanish Basic and Intermediate courses (MLSP101, MLSP102, MLSP201, and MLSP202).

Create an effective classroom environment that fosters student’s curiosities and abilities to practice their language skills.

Delivers course content that meets learning outcomes and encourage student’s active participation in the classroom and beyond.

Promote the study of languages.

Collaborate in the development and continued assessment of learning outcomes for use in program reviews and curriculum revision.

Hold office hours.

Minimum Qualifications

• MA required.
• Native or near-native competency in Spanish is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• PhD preferred.

Pay

Compensation for adjunct faculty is governed by the collective bargaining agreement between Bentley University and the Service Employees International Union (SEIU) Local 509. For the 2025–26 academic year, adjunct faculty are compensated at a rate of $7,225.00 per course. Courses with labs and other four-credit courses shall be compensated at a higher minimum rate of $9,333.00 per course.

Benefits

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. Bentley University offers a total rewards package designed to attract, motivate, retain, and reward our employees, including competitive compensation, robust benefits, career development and opportunities, generous paid time off, workplace flexibility and a positive, engaging employee experience.

Contact Information

If you have questions about the salary grade range or need additional information, please contact us at GA_HR_Employment@bentley.edu.

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.