Assistant Teaching Professor, World Languages and Cultures

The University of Montana, Department of World Languages and Cultures, within the College of Humanities and Social Sciences, invites applications for a non-tenure track Assistant Teaching Professor of Spanish to begin August 2027. The department is seeking candidates with a specialization in Latin American Studies.

Responsibilities

Teach a total of eight classes per year Contribute to curriculum development Provide mentorship to undergraduate students Assist department with undergraduate outreach Contribute to growth and development of Spanish program About the College of Humanities and Social Sciences and Department of World Languages and Cultures College of Humanities and Social Sciences Department of World Languages and Cultures About the University of Montana UM is the fastest growing flagship university in Montana with over 11,000 students and is a national leader in access, especially for first-generation and low-income students.

Our mission is inclusive prosperity and to transform lives by providing a high-quality and accessible education and by generating world-class research and creative scholarship in an exceptional place. We integrate the liberal arts and sciences into undergraduate, graduate and professional studies to shape global citizens who are creative and agile learners committed to expanding the boundaries of knowledge and to building and sustaining diverse communities.

The University of Montana is interested in receiving applications from people who would assist the University in demonstrating its five priorities for action : Place student success at the center of all we do; drive excellence and innovation in teaching, learning, and research; embody the principle of “mission first, people always"; partner with place; and proudly tell the UM story.

About Missoula and Montana Destination Missoula Visit Montana Position Details Non-Tenurable Faculty: Department of World Languages and Cultures Title: Assistant Teaching Professor Schedule: Full time, academic year position Salary: $50,000- $55,000 (salary depends on qualifications and experience) Benefits: Medical Insurance, Mandatory Retirement Contribution, Professional Development, Partial Tuition Waiver, Wellness Program Primary Duties: Primary duties include teaching, scholarship, and service

A PhD with expertise in Latin American Studies Native or near-native proficiency in English and Spanish Demonstrated successful record teaching Spanish language at the college level Demonstrated commitment to effective collaboration, collegiality, and student success

Priority Application Date : November 08, 2026 09:59pm mountain time Complete applications received by this date will be guaranteed consideration. Required Application Materials: Letter of Interest addressing your qualifications and experience (three pages) Detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) and summary of recent teaching evaluations Three (3) professional references: names and contact information Teaching Statement: include examples of two syllabi