Lecturer of Italian

About the role

Coastal Carolina University’s Department of Languages and Intercultural Studies seeks a full‑time Lecturer of Italian beginning August 16, 2027. The position is benefit‑eligible and carries a teaching load of 30 credits per year (approximately a 5‑5 load). The lecturer will teach all levels of Italian language and occasional English‑language courses in the Intercultural Studies program, contributing to a multi‑language department that values diverse perspectives. Candidates with experience or interest in language pedagogy are especially encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Teaches students in the classroom, laboratory, and/or studio.
• Prepares content, syllabi, and University Moodle/curricular site for each course and/or lab assigned each semester.
• Communicates to students after reviewing assignments.
• Calculates and assigns grades (e.g., mid‑term and final) through established procedures listed in the Faculty Manual and University catalog.
• Tracks and reports absences as directed by the Office of the Registrar.
• Posts and holds regular office hours each week per College and University guidelines.
• Engages in University‑related activities including committee assignments, meetings, ceremonies, events and scholarly pursuits as prescribed in the Faculty Manual.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required qualifications

• Master’s degree in Italian, Italian Studies, or a closely related field.
• Experience teaching language and culture courses to students from a broad range of majors at a U.S. institution of higher education.
• Native or near‑native fluency in Italian and English.
• Experience teaching with technology.

Preferred qualifications

• Evidence of exceptional teaching.
• Evidence of interest in ongoing professional development.
• Evidence of familiarity with ACTFL Standards.
• Demonstrable experience in languages for the professions.

Benefits

The position is benefit‑eligible.

Schedule

Full‑time, 9‑month appointment.