Instructor of Spanish, Durham Campus

Agency

North Carolina School of Science , Math

Division

VC for Academic Programs

Job Classification Title

Instructor (NS)

Position Number

60087951

Grade

FLATRATE

About Us

North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics (NCSSM) a constituent of the University of North Carolina System, is a world-class public high school with statewide reach empowering academically talented students from every corner of the state to design their own future. We offer our Residential high school program in Durham and Morganton for juniors and seniors, our Online supplementary honors program, and individual virtual daytime Connect courses in partnership with local high schools, all tuition free. Our wide array of summer offerings for rising fifth- through 12th-graders includes free opportunities for in-state students alongside paid options for students from anywhere in the world. Specializing in science, technology, engineering, and math and embracing the fine arts and humanities, NCSSM has become the model for 18 such specialized schools around the globe since its founding in 1980. For more information visit ncssm.edu. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran or national guard. If you are an individual with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process, please contact us at hr@ncssm.edu.

Description of Work

CLOSING DATE: Saturday, July 11, 2026
**This position will close at 11:59 p.m. the night before the end date listed.

POSITION TYPE: Permanent, 2-YearTime-Limited (2 academic years), EHRA Faculty, 10-month, FLSA Exempt, 1.0 FTE

EXPECTED START DATE: August 5, 2026

For a complete and competitive application, we strongly recommend attaching a cover letter, CV, and statement of teaching philosophy to the online application before submitting.

The North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics (NCSSM) invites applications for one full-time Instructor of Spanish position at its campus in Durham, North Carolina. This position is time-limited to two (2) years with the possibility of subsequent renewal if there is evidence for enrollment-based need. The position is a 10-month appointment with full benefits through the State of North Carolina. The position reports to a Chair of Humanities, NCSSM-Durham, and is responsible for providing instruction in Spanish.

NCSSM and its Academic Programs division foster an environment of collaboration across departments and divisions and support community-engaged service and research.

Founded in 1980, the North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics is a state-supported residential and online high school for students who have demonstrated exceptional talent or interest in science, mathematics, engineering, and technology. Since the school’s inception, the humanities and fine arts have been an integral part of an NCSSM education and have played a key role in helping the institution fulfill its mission to cultivate a new generation of informed, empathetic, engaged, and ethical citizens and leaders.

The NCSSM Humanities Department offers courses in several World Languages, American Studies, and a broad range of English and interdisciplinary Humanities courses. Offerings in our Fine Arts program include studio and performance courses in the visual arts, music, and drama. Our program also includes student- and faculty-led seminars and independent studies.

Description of Duties:
The expected teaching assignment for the position is three in-person, residential course sections in Spanish per semester and two short courses during our school’s January-Term. The semester-long courses will include primarily beginning and intermediate levels of Spanish language and culture courses, but may also include courses for advanced or Heritage-level learners.

A successful candidate will be able to teach a range of courses in Spanish, from introductory through advanced levels of the language, and possess a particular interest in teaching beginner and intermediate-level courses. They will be knowledgeable about communicative approaches to Spanish instruction and will be able to develop proficiency-based curricula that provide entry points for st