Position Open: Instructor of Spanish

The Department of Modern and Classical Languages and Literature at the University of South Alabama invites applications for a full-time (9-month), non-tenure-track instructor position in Spanish to begin August 15, 2025. Candidates must possess an M.A. in Spanish, Hispanic Studies, Applied Linguistics, or a closely related field. We seek an outstanding educator to teach lower- and upper-division courses in the Spanish language. The successful candidate must demonstrate native or near-native proficiency in spoken and written Spanish and English and excellence in teaching at all levels. Previous collegiate-level teaching experience preferred. Candidates should demonstrate knowledge of second language acquisition theory, effective pedagogical techniques, as well as the ability to incorporate relevant cultural content into language courses. Committee work and continuing professional development are expected. 

To apply, please address your letter of application and C.V. to Dr. Cinthya Torres, Chair of the Spanish Search Committee, at ctorres@southalabama.edu. Please indicate "Spanish Instructor Search" in the subject line. Applicants selected for a campus visit must arrange to have three letters of recommendation, with original signatures, sent to Dr. Torres at ctorres@southalabama.edu. Applicants selected for a campus visit must also arrange to have all official transcripts sent to Dr. Torres from all colleges and/or universities attended at either the email address above or the mailing address below:  

Dr. Cinthya Torres
MCLL 
HUMB 322 
5991 USA Dr N 
Mobile, AL 36688-0002 

Review of applications will begin on June 9, 2025, and continue until the position is filled.  

The University of South Alabama is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression), religion, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other applicable legally protected basis.