Lecturer I – Spanish (Fall 2026)

About the role

The Department of Romance Languages and Literatures at the University of Michigan seeks a full‑time Lecturer I to teach Spanish courses during the Fall 2026 term. The appointment runs from August 25, 2026 through December 31, 2026, with the possibility of renewal.

Key responsibilities

• Teach three undergraduate Spanish courses, which may include sections of the Elementary Language Program or upper‑level courses in Peninsular Spanish, Latinx Studies, or Latin American literature and culture.
• Prepare syllabi, deliver lectures, and design assessments aligned with departmental standards.
• Hold regular office hours, attend departmental meetings, and manage routine instructional matters.

Required profile

• Fluency in Spanish and English.
• Prior experience teaching Spanish as a foreign or second language.
• Minimum of a Master’s degree (MA) in a relevant field or equivalent professional experience.

Required skills

What we offer

• Full‑time, in‑person appointment with a 100 % effort expectation.
• Opportunity to contribute to a department that emphasizes inclusive, global perspectives on the Spanish‑speaking world.
• Potential for contract renewal based on departmental needs and performance.