Department of Spanish and Portuguese Lecturer AY 2026-2027
About the Role
The Department of Spanish & Portuguese Languages and Literatures in the College of Arts and Letters at San Diego State University is accepting applications for their part-time lecturer pool. We welcome applications from prospective temporary faculty with expertise or experience in the following areas:
- Spanish Language or Culture
- Portuguese Language or Culture
Temporary appointments may be either full- or part-time. Appointments from the part-time pool are often made just prior to the start of the academic term, so applicants must be available on very short notice. The Fall term begins mid-August and ends late-December; the Spring term begins mid-January and ends mid-May. Opportunities for teaching during the Summer Sessions may also be available. Initial appointments are typically one semester or one academic year, to be renewed contingent on satisfactory evaluations and continuing availability of work. Applications will remain in our applicant pool during the academic year you apply.
Qualifications
- Graduate degree in fields related to Spanish or Portuguese Language or Culture
- University teaching experience
- Demonstrated currency in subject matter
Application Instructions
Prospective temporary faculty who would like their applications on file are invited to send the following items:
- Curriculum Vitae
- Contact information for three (3) professional references (new employees only)
- Cover letter (new employees only)
- Unofficial transcripts (new employees only)
Pay
Initial rank and salary for lecturer faculty are based on professional experience and educational background and are determined by the hiring department. Most new appointees are hired at the Lecturer A or B rank and placed at the beginning of the range. As of July 2024, the classification salary ranges for the respective ranks are:
- Lecturer A: $5,507 - $6,677
- Lecturer B: $6,221 - $13,224
- Lecturer C: $6,825 - $14,523
- Lecturer D: $8,593 - $15,211
Inquiries
For application inquiries, please email Chair Dr. Ricardo Vasconcelos at rvasconcelos@sdsu.edu.