Part Time Faculty, Italian Language Instructor
Boston Conservatory at Berklee’s Vocal Arts Department seeks a part-time faculty member to teach Italian language courses tailored for undergraduate and graduate classical-singing students. The initial 9-month appointment begins September 1, 2026, and is renewable.
About the role
The successful candidate will join a department that values cultural diversity and multicultural understanding, offering courses in Italian, German, and French focused on language acquisition, fluency, grammar, vocabulary expansion, and cultural exposure.
Responsibilities
- Teach 2–3 Italian language courses per semester at the undergraduate and graduate levels
- Advise and guide students to resources that support their learning, development, and wellness
- Maintain a regular campus presence
- Participate in Voice Department faculty meetings and committees
Qualifications
- MA in Italian, comparative literature, or a closely related field (required)
- Minimum of three years teaching Italian language in an accredited higher-education institution
- Demonstrated ability to teach Italian language and content courses effectively, embrace new pedagogies, and inspire students
- Native or near-native proficiency in spoken and written Italian and English
- Excellent written and oral communication skills in both languages
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate with faculty, staff, and students
- Experience and willingness to work within a diverse faculty and student body
Pay
Part-time faculty pay ranges from $66.96 to $138 per hour, with placement into academic rank (Instructor, Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor) determined after the interview process based on qualifications, experience, and institutional needs.
Benefits
For a complete listing of benefits, visit the Berklee Total Rewards page.