Adjunct Instructor - Spanish

OKLAHOMA BAPTIST UNIVERSITY - SHAWNEE, OKLAHOMA

Address of Job Location: 500 W University St, Shawnee, OK 74804

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Job Summary:
We are seeking qualified candidates to teach beginning and intermediate Spanish
language and culture courses, with opportunities to teach Spanish culture and literature
based on degrees and experience.

Job Responsibilities:
• Teach beginning and intermediate Spanish courses
• Develop and deliver course materials that integrate language proficiency with
cultural and literary exploration
• Foster a Christ-centered academic environment through teaching and mentorship
• Prepare and distribute syllabi according to university policy
• Organize and direct learning experiences with assigned classes as outlined in the course
syllabus and objectives
• Meet classes as scheduled and required
• Keep accurate class records and submit reports and grades on time and as requested
• Be available during office hours
• Assist with departmental assessment of composition courses
Other Duties:
• Able to conduct a college classroom so as to maximize the student learning experience
• Demonstrate strong pedagogy with respect to curriculum and instruction
• Able to communicate clearly and effectively with a variety of constituents
• Able to assess student ability and adjust teaching as appropriate
• Able to work effectively with college age students in classes of around 20 students
• Possess and demonstrate strong interpersonal skills
• Proficiency with office and educational technology, software (including various Microsoft
tools), and classroom presentation technology

Job Requirements:
• 18 graduate hours in Spanish or a related field; classroom teaching experience
• Experience teaching Spanish courses at the college level.
Preferred Qualifications:
• M.A., Ed.D. or Ph.D. in Spanish
• Experience in teaching Spanish language, culture, and literature at the college
level
• Ability to engage students in the study of language, culture, and literature in
innovative and meaningful ways
• Master’s, Doctor of Education or PhD in Spanish or a related field; experience
teaching undergraduates in an accredited four-year college or university
Special Requirements:
• Must be a member of a local Evangelical* Christian church
• *Evangelical is a broad term referring to segment within Christianity which
maintains the authority of the Bible and the belief in salvation by faith in Jesus
alone.
**Please apply using the link for Faculty Applications on the OBU website.

Expiration Date of Job Posting: January 01, 2026