Goshen College seeks applicants for a .75 FTE Assistant or Associate Professor of Spanish (with full-time benefits) to begin August 2019. There is potential for the successful hire to be considered for a 1.0 FTE position in the future.  Responsibilities may include teaching all levels of Spanish courses in grammar, culture and literature.

The Spanish Program:

The Spanish program boasts the highest number of minors at GC. Students will have the chance to learn Spanish abroad and locally: the Goshen community offers numerous off-campus volunteer organizations that use Spanish exclusively, as well as opportunities to interact with native Spanish speaking families in their homes. Spanish majors live two semesters abroad in countries like Peru, Mexico, Ecuador, Cuba and Spain. GC’s unique one-year residency requirement will have students not only speaking Spanish fluently, but also understanding the cultures where Spanish is spoken and feeling prepared for an increasingly multicultural U.S. society and world. By the time they graduate, students will be prepared to use Spanish in their future workplace or while serving abroad. Recent GC Spanish graduates are working with displaced Colombian refugees in Quito, Ecuador, with a nonprofit peace and justice organization in Mexico City, and with elementary school students in Guatemala.

Essential Functions:

• Prepare course syllabi for assigned courses in collaboration with the department chair and GC Core director
• Teach assigned courses with appropriate active and engaged learning practices
• Work with Junior and Senior English Seminar students
• Mentor students through advising and recruiting activities
• Participate in department, school and college meetings
• Pursue appropriate professional development opportunities, including scholarly activities
• Complete other duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibility:

• Students in assigned courses
• Student workers in department as needed

Qualifications:

• M.A. required, Ph.D. preferred.
• Candidates must have classroom teaching experience and be familiar with the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL) Guidelines.
• Candidates must be committed to the mission and core values of Goshen College.
• Collaborative, innovate teacher-scholars dedicated to undergraduate teaching in an inclusive academic and campus community.
• Excellent aptitude and ability in teaching
• Mentorship of student research
• Active engagement in research and publishing
• Public speaking, public relations, and technology
• Interest in community collaboration and service
• Ability to establish positive working relationships with colleagues and students
• Contribute knowledge and ideas to department and college endeavors

Preferred preparation

• Experience in a developing world context related to their field of study
• Experience teaching diverse college students
• Scholarly publications

Physical Demands:

Using computers and other office equipment; moving around campus, inside and outside.

Work Environment/Environmental Conditions:

Mostly inside/office conditions; Temperatures are usually moderate; Artificial lighting; Some exposure to dust and molds. Must use stairs or elevator to use toilet facilities.

All of the essential job functions subject to reasonable accommodation. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or ability deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently.  This job description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements.   Individuals may be required to perform other job-related instructions as requested by the supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation. This position description is not all-inclusive and may change at the option of the (supervisor or department head). Any major change will result in the position being reviewed for reclassification.  

About Goshen College
Goshen College is an affordable, nationally-ranked Christian liberal arts college in Northern Indiana known for leadership in intercultural and international education, sustainability and social justice. The college offers bachelor’s degrees in more than 65 areas of study, as well as select graduate degrees. Goshen enrolls approximately 950 students from 35 states and 23 countries and is recognized for its innovative, life-changing study abroad program (Study-Service Term) and exceptional educational value. The 135-acre tree-filled campus features a world-class Music Center and a Rec-Fitness Center for 14 intercollegiate athletic teams. The extended campus includes a 1,189-acre natural sanctuary (the Merry Lea Environmental Learning Center near Wolf Lake, Ind.) and a marine biology lab in the Florida Keys. Rooted in the historically peaceful Mennonite church and established in 1894, the college’s Christ-centered mission produces passionate learners, compassionate peacemakers, global citizens and servant leaders. The college’s doors are open to all, with students from 40 different Christian denominations and several world religions. Experiential learning, faculty mentors and strong friendships are significant community strengths for students.

The college is located in the heart of Elkhart County in Northern Indiana, just a couple of hours from Chicago, Indianapolis and Detroit.  Goshen was named the 2017 Indiana Community of the Year by the Indiana Chamber of Commerce for its amazing arts and entertainment, food scene, recreational opportunities, outstanding schools, affordable living, cultural diversity and entrepreneurial spirit. Learn more at goodofgoshen.com.

How to apply for this position
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REQUIRED:

• Complete the online
  Faculty Information Form
• Letter of application
• Resume or Curriculum Vitae
• Three professional letters of recommendation
• Graduate and undergraduate transcripts (copies acceptable in the application process with official transcripts required for employment)

Please be sure to provide all required materials noted above, as incomplete applications may not be considered.  Application materials may be attached to the Faculty Information Form or sent electronically to hr@goshen.edu.

The priority review of applicants begins on May 21.  The review will continue until the position is filled.

Goshen College is an equal opportunity employer, committed to enhancing diversity across the institution. Goshen College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or any legally protected status. To protect the welfare and provide for the safety of the students, employees, visitors, and resources of Goshen College, background checks are conducted by the Office of Human Resources on all new and re-hired employees.

Send to:
Human Resources
Goshen College
1700 S. Main Street
Goshen, IN 46526-4795

Email:  hr@goshen.edu
Telephone: (574) 535-7111
Fax: (574) 535-7319