$90,000
The Department of Spanish and Portuguese at Colorado College invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Spanish and Portuguese to begin Fall 2026.
This position will mainly contribute to the Spanish Program and will also teach in the Portuguese Program (typically 1 course) as part of their regular yearly teaching load.
We are looking for a colleague whose research encompasses Hispanic Studies and Luso-Brazilian Studies. Areas of expertise may include but are not limited to: Transatlantic/Transpacific Studies, Migration, Diaspora and Border Studies, Environmental Studies, and/or Critical Discourse Studies.
The successful candidate is a dedicated educator who will be able to teach at all levels of our Spanish and Portuguese curriculum, with a focus on language instruction. The candidate is also expected to contribute to our departmental study abroad programs and work closely with students via co-curricular and community-building programming.
Minimum Qualifications
PhD in related field by start of employment and native or near-native proficiency in both Spanish and Portuguese.
Preferred Qualifications
PhD in related field by start of employment and native or near-native proficiency in both Spanish and Portuguese. Teaching experience, demonstrated commitment to language teaching, and a commitment to equity and belonging are preferred. The successful candidate will also be committed to departmental and college-wide service, and to strengthening the Spanish and Portuguese programs at CC by working closely with students and engaging them through co-curricular and community-building programming.
Required Documents
1. Cover Letter (2 pages maximum)
2. Curriculum Vitae
3. A statement of teaching (2 pages maximum)
4. A statement of research (2 pages maximum)
5. Short answer describing how the candidate might contribute to the college’s mission “to model, inspire, and be active stewards of equity and belonging” (500 words maximum)
6. Teaching Evaluations for 2 courses (preferably one lower and one upper-level)
7. Graduate Transcripts (unofficial copies are suitable for applications; the successful candidate will be required to send official transcripts)
As part of the application process, all candidates will need to provide contact information for at least three references to provide a confidential letter of recommendation; however, only the references of short-listed candidates (those invited to Zoom interview) will be asked to submit a letter.
For full consideration all required documents must be received by October 31, 2025.
Eligible for H-1B sponsorship.