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Adjunct Instructors - Modern Languages

St. Norbert College · De Pere, WI · Part time

Posted May 5, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Which language are you prepared to teach, French, Spanish or both, and at what levels?

What they are checking: Whether they can clearly state their range so the dean can match them to courses.

The expectation is in-person teaching. How do you use class time differently than you would online?

What they are checking: Whether they make the most of face-to-face time for speaking and interaction.

What have you done in the last five years to stay current in the language or in teaching it?

What they are checking: Whether they meet the requirement for recent professional activity in the field.

What would you do

In an intermediate class, some students are heritage speakers and others are near beginners. How do you teach both?

What they are checking: Whether they can challenge strong speakers while supporting those who are behind.

What's your position on students using translation apps or AI tools for homework?

What they are checking: Whether they have a clear, workable policy that protects real language learning.

A student is too anxious to speak in front of the class. How do you help them?

What they are checking: Whether they can lower anxiety while still requiring students to practice speaking.

About the work

How would you run an introductory Spanish or French class so students are speaking from the first week?

What they are checking: Whether they teach communicatively rather than relying mostly on grammar lectures.

How much of your class would be taught in the target language, and how do you handle students who get lost?

What they are checking: Whether they have a thoughtful approach to immersion that still supports beginners.

How do you bring culture into a language course so it's more than food and holidays?

What they are checking: Whether they can teach culture with depth, which a liberal arts college expects.

How do you assess speaking ability fairly and consistently?

What they are checking: Whether they have clear criteria for oral assessment rather than relying on impressions.

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The full job description

As published by St. Norbert College.

St. Norbert College, a nationally-ranked, private, Catholic, liberal arts college, is accepting applications on a continuing basis for instructors who are qualified to teach introductory and intermediate courses in French and Spanish. Qualifications include a masters degree or higher in French, Spanish, or a related field. The expectation is for teaching in-person classes. This pool will be utilized on an as-needed basis, should an opportunity arise, and applications submitted will remain active for up to two years. As staffing needs arise, the dean of arts and sciences will review the pool and contact those applicants they are interested in interviewing. There are also times when adjunct faculty are needed to fill a last-minute void. Therefore, disciplines are better able to communicate their most recent teaching needs at the time of interviews. Minimum Academic Qualifications: The expectation is that individuals who teach at the undergraduate level will typically hold a master's or higher in the discipline or subfield in which they teach. Minimum Professional Experience: At least five years of professional experience in the field with demonstrated currency in the field at the time of appointment (work experience, publications, licensure, presentations, or equivalent within the last five years). All decisions are made at the discretion of the dean. Applicants who meet the minimum requirements are not automatically accepted to teach at St. Norbert College. As this is for a pool of applicants, it may take time before you hear anything. If a dean or coordinator of a discipline has already reached out to you to teach, please continue with the application process to confirm your interest. Interested applicants are invited to submit a current curriculum vitae and introductory cover letter. St. Norbert College (SNC), a Catholic, Norbertine, and Liberal Arts College, provides an educational environment that fosters intellectual, spiritual, and personal development. As the only Norbertine institution of higher learning in the world, our roots, traditions, and commitments create a unique and enriching educational experience for our students. At SNC, our commitment to communio – the Norbertine ideal of a community united as one – is grounded in the principles of dignity, truth, and justice. Consistent with these principles, St. Norbert is proud to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. We seek those who will embrace our mission and commitment to building a vibrant, diverse, and spiritually engaged community ( https://snc.edu/mission ). Exempt Scheduled Weekly Hours: 20 The duties and responsibilities listed in this job description are intended to describe the general nature and level of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the job if work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the job. Percentage of time may vary widely depending on the needs of the position during any particular time period. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

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