Position Title: Adjunct Lecturer, Spanish
Req ID: R0006237
Time Type: Part time
Location: Waltham, MA
Description:

Job Description Summary

The Modern Languages Department at Bentley University is accepting applications for a part-time Adjunct Lecturer, Spanish for the Fall 2026 semester.

Applicants must be available to teach between 9:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. Courses are scheduled Monday-Wednesday and Tuesday-Friday.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Teach Spanish Basic and Intermediate courses

• Create an effective classroom environment that fosters student's curiosities and abilities to practice their language skills.

• Deliver course content that meets learning outcomes and encourage student's active participation in the classroom and beyond.

• Promote the study of languages, including the Language, Culture and Business major.

• Collaborate in the development and continued assessment of learning outcomes for use in program reviews and curriculum revision.

• Hold office hours.

Minimum Qualifications:
MA required. Native or near-native competency in Spanish is required. Have at least two years of teaching experience. Have experience using and developing a range of learning materials.

Preferred Qualifications:
PhD preferred.

Work Environment:

• Availability required between 9:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m.

• Courses meet on Monday-Wednesday and Tuesday-Friday schedules.

Pay Transparency:

At Bentley we offer a "total rewards" package designed to attract, motivate, retain, and reward our employees. This includes competitive compensation, robust benefits, career development and opportunities, generous paid time off, workplace flexibility and a positive, engaging employee experience. In alignment with the Massachusetts Pay Transparency Act and our commitment to equity and transparency, we're sharing the salary grade range for this role.

Salary Range:

Compensation for adjunct faculty is governed by the collective bargaining agreement between Bentley University and the Service Employees International Union (SEIU) Local 509.

For the 2026–27 academic year, adjunct faculty are compensated at a rate of $7,225.00 per course.

Bentley University requires references checks and may conduct other pre-employment screening.

DIVERSITY STATEMENT

Bentley University strives to create a campus community that welcomes the exchange of ideas, and fosters a culture that values differences and views them as a strength in our community.

Bentley University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, building strength through diversity. The University is committed to building a community of talented students, faculty and staff who reflect the diversity of global business. We strongly encourage applications from persons from underrepresented groups, individuals with disabilities, covered veterans and those with diverse experiences and backgrounds.