Initial placement on the salary schedule will be commensurate with education and experience, not to exceed step five (5) on the assigned salary schedule.
$81,647.23 - $117,283.39 annually
We have an exciting opportunity for a Foreign Languages Instructor (Spanish) position located at our campus in San Jacinto, CA. Mt. San Jacinto Community College District seeks a Foreign Languages Instructor (Spanish) to teach and develop courses in Foreign Languages (Spanish). This is a full-time tenure-track academic position. The ideal candidate is student-oriented in their approach and dedicated to student success and will be skilled in generating student engagement in learning and will create welcoming learning environments that are equity-based and culturally affirming. Full-time faculty are typically assigned 15 lecture hours (or the equivalent in laboratory, studio or related activities) of student contact time per week. Office hours are also required. Faculty are expected to participate in college governance through departmental, instructional and other required campus meetings as well as Academic Senate appointments to standing councils, committees, and/or a variety of task forces. Teaching assignments may include a mixture of day, evening, multi-campus and off-campus classes.
While this current vacancy is expected at the San Jacinto Campus, applicants may be assigned to any district facility.
The start date for this position will be Fall 2026 (August). Additional openings that become available prior to the end of the hiring process may also be filled from the qualified applicants.
Classroom Duties:
- Provide instruction that includes lecture and laboratory classes in Foreign Languages (Spanish) in accordance with established Mt. San Jacinto Community College District approved curriculum and course outlines
- Inform students about course requirements, evaluation procedures, attendance and participation requirements in a course syllabus
- Effectively teach and communicate with students of diverse backgrounds
Interaction with Students Outside Of Class:
- Advise students on academic and career matters
- Assist in outreach and articulation with District high schools, four-year colleges and universities
- Post and maintain adequate and regular office hours in accordance with prevailing policy
Out-Of-Class Duties:
- Maintain necessary attendance, scholastic and student records, and submit them according to published guidelines
- Prepare and grade class assignments and evaluations according to course syllabus
Professional and Curriculum Development:
- Maintain currency in field
- Develop, maintain and evaluate curriculum; develop, maintain and review course specific and program level student learning outcomes
- Interact with faculty and staff in other areas of instruction and participate in the development of instructional methods, technology, and materials
- Work with peers in higher education, business and industry to maintain currency of instructional programs
Minimum Qualifications
1. Master’s degree from an accredited institution in the language being taught (Spanish); (attach transcripts) OR
2. Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in the language being taught (Spanish); (attach transcripts) AND Master’s degree from an accredited institution in another language or linguistics; (attach transcripts) OR
3. The equivalent
Desired Qualifications
1. Demonstrated knowledge of Spanish and English at a native or near-native level of proficiency in listening, speaking, reading, and writing
2. Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to teach about different Spanish-speaking countries' culture, history, and linguistic varieties
3. Demonstrated excellence in equitable teaching practices, assessments, multi-modal methods, and the ability to respond effectively to diversity of academic preparedness, culture, gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, socioeconomic circumstances, and disability
4. Experience in leading and participating in extracurricular and department responsibilities beyond the teaching assignment, such as program review, curriculum, community events, Honors, club advising, etc.
5. Demonstrated ability to work effectively with colleagues and students in an institution of higher education