Adjunct Instructor, Cultures of the Spanish-speaking World

Job Details

Part-time, one-semester contract, with possibility of renewal; College of Humanities and Sciences

Candidates must be qualified to teach "Cultures of the Spanish-speaking World,” a course in English exploring a range of cultural expressions through history and in the contemporary Spanish-speaking world. The successful candidate will be a dynamic and experienced teacher who applies active student-learning methods in the classroom.

Ph.D. or ABD in Spanish, modern Latin American or Spanish History or related field is preferred.

Job Description

This Fall semester course will be offered in person on our East Falls campus on a MW schedule, 3.30-4.45pm. Classes begin on August 24th and final grades are due by December 21st

Candidates should submit a letter of application detailing experiences and areas of academic specialization and a curriculum vitae. Additional materials may be requested at a later date. Review of candidates will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Applications should be submitted to Meriel Tulante at meriel.tulante@jefferson.edu

Work Shift

Rotating (United States of America)

Worker Sub Type

Regular

Employee Entity

Philadelphia University

Primary Location Address

3464 School House Lane, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America

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