Grand Valley State University
Education
VisitingFacultyinSpanish(2026)
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“Visiting Faculty in Spanish (2026) at Grand Valley State University. Skills: Spanish language, Spanish culture, Spanish literature. Teach three classes each semester. Teach first-year language courses”
Industry & Context.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States, Must not require sponsorship now or in the future, Physical stamina to work long hours, Physical stamina to work more than 5 days per week
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Demonstrated excellence in teaching Spanish, M. A. in Spanish or related field, Native or near-native proficiency in Spanish, Native or near-native proficiency in English, Ability to effectively engage with students, Ability to effectively engage with colleagues, Ability to effectively engage with community members, Ability to interact with others with respect, Ability to interact with others with empathy
Nice to Have
PhD in Spanish Cultural Studies, PhD in Spanish Literatures, PhD in Spanish Linguistics, Experience teaching Spanish with cultural studies focus, Experience teaching Spanish with literature focus, PhD in Spanish at time of hiring
What You'll Do.
Teach three classes each semester
Teach first-year language courses
Teach second-year language courses
Teach 300-level courses
Teach composition skills
Teach conversation skills
Teach cultural topics
Teach literary topics
Teach four to five days a week
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Engage with students; Engage with colleagues; Engage with community members
Full Job Description
**Summary:** The Department of Modern Languages and Literatures at Grand Valley State University in Allendale, Michigan invites applications for a visiting teaching position in Spanish language, culture, and literature for the 2026-27 academic year, renewable for up to three years. The position will begin in August 2026. **Required Qualifications and Education:** * Demonstrated excellence in teaching Spanish courses at the college level. * M.A. in Spanish or related field required, Ph.D. highly desirable. * Native or near-native proficiency in Spanish and English. * Individuals from all backgrounds, including from underrepresented groups, are encouraged to apply. Successful candidates must be able to effectively engage with students, colleagues, and community members with a broad range of backgrounds and experiences * Strong communication and interpersonal skills, such as the ability to interact with others with respect and empathy. **Preferred Qualifications and Education:** Applicants with experience teaching courses in Spanish with a focus on cultural studies and/or literature are especially encouraged to apply. PhD in Spanish Cultural Studies, Literatures, and/or Linguistics at the time of hiring preferred. **Responsibilities:** * The visiting faculty position entails three classes (up to 12 credits) of teaching each semester. * Teaching responsibilities include first and second-year language courses and 300-level courses in which the instructor will teach skills such as composition and conversation as well as different cultural and literary topics. * Visitors typically teach four to five days a week, including some evenings (6:00-7:50 pm), depending on section needs. **Salary/Benefits:** The salary is $50,000. The university offers a [comprehensive package](http://www.gvsu.edu/hro/benefits/visiting-faculty-benefits-466.htm) that includes health plans, life insurance, tuition waiver, adoption resources, wellness coaching, and free access to campus fitness facili
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