Adjunct Spanish Instructor - Oklahoma Baptist University

Purpose

We are seeking qualified candidates to teach beginning and intermediate Spanish language and culture courses, with opportunities to teach Spanish culture and literature based on degrees and experience.

Essential Functions

• Teach beginning and intermediate Spanish courses
• Develop and deliver course materials that integrate language proficiency with cultural and literary exploration
• Foster a Christ-centered academic environment through teaching and mentorship
• Prepare and distribute syllabi according to university policy
• Organize and direct learning experiences with assigned classes as outlined in the course syllabus and objectives
• Meet classes as scheduled and required
• Keep accurate class records and submit reports and grades on time and as requested
• Absent from office hours as needed
• Able to conduct a college classroom so as to maximize the student learning experience
• Able to communicate clearly and effectively with a variety of constituents
• Able to assess student ability and adjust teaching as appropriate
• Able to work effectively with college age students in classes of around 20 students
• Possess and demonstrate strong interpersonal skills
• Proficient with office and educational technology, software (including various Microsoft tools), and classroom presentation technology

Required Qualifications

• 18 graduate hours in Spanish or a related field; classroom teaching experience
• Experience teaching Spanish courses at the college level
• M.S., Ed.D., or Ph.D. in Spanish
• Experience teaching Spanish language, culture, and literature at the college level
• Ability to engage students in the study of language, culture, and literature in innovative and meaningful ways
• M.S., Ed.D., or Ph.D. in Spanish or a related field
• Experience teaching undergraduates in an accredited four-year college or university

Special Requirements

• Must be a member of a local Evangelical Christian church