Adjunct Faculty Member - College of Arts & Humanities - French / German / Spanish

Working Title :

Adjunct Faculty Member - College of Arts & Humanities - French / German / Spanish

Appointment Type : Adjunct

Purpose of Position :

Have you considered the exciting intellectual challenges of teaching high-ability students at Christopher Newport University? The College of Arts and Humanities is accepting applications from prospective adjunct faculty members to teach individual courses, as needed, in the following areas in Fall 2025 and beyond :

• Modern and Classical Languages and Literatures

Spanish

Along with demonstrated ability for excellent teaching, candidates must hold an earnedgraduate or terminal degree from a regionally accredited university in a relevantdiscipline, with 18 completed semester hours of related graduate course work. Officialtranscripts will be required at the time of hire.

Candidates for hire are required to complete a CNU sponsored background check.

Departmental Information :

The Department of Modern and Classical Languages and Literatures (MCLL) atChristopher Newport University is composed of 16 teacher-scholars who are committedto undergraduate education and to professional growth. The Department offers instruction in Arabic, Chinese, French, German, ancient Greek, Italian, Latin, and Spanish. Our programs include five majors, four interdisciplinary minors,and MAT degrees in Spanish and ESL. We are also strong supporters of studyabroad : MCLL has sponsored numerous short-term study trips and, in conjunction withthe Office of Study Abroad, advises students on longer-term language immersionopportunities. In addition to serving our majors and minors, MCLLhas the privilege ofworking with a significant portion of the student body through the second languageliteracy requirement in the Liberal Learning Core Curriculum. MCLLf aculty memberspublish on a diverse range of subjects and welcome the opportunity to mentor studentson independent research projects. Candidates wishing to know more about thedepartment and its academic programs are invited to visit the department’s website .

CNU Information :

Christopher Newport University is a public liberal arts and sciences institution dedicated to excellence in teaching, scholarship, research and student success. Our efforts are guided by our vision : “Anchored in excellence and focused on students, Christopher Newport University aspires to be the nation’s premier regional public university, offering an innovative education embedded in the liberal arts that advances the values of honor, service, scholarship, and leadership to empower graduates to lead lives of significance.” Located in Newport News, Virginia, CNU enrolls approximately 4,500 undergraduate and graduate students in more than 90 areas of study. Our modern, walkable campus features world-class arts facilities, advanced technology, and a close-knit community that fosters collaboration and discovery. Just minutes from family neighborhoods, locally-owned businesses, historic sites, unique cultural attractions, and beautiful parks – and a short drive to beaches, Colonial Williamsburg, and Norfolk – CNU offers an exceptional place to advance your career, contribute to a community of scholars, and inspire the next generation.Christopher Newport University is committed to ensuring that all people are welcomed, honored, and fully engaged in the life of our academic community. We recruit exceptional and diverse faculty and encourage applications from individuals who are underrepresented in their profession. For further details and information about Christopher Newport, visit http : / / www.cnu.edu .

Posting Number : F116P

Application Instructions :

To apply, please submit the following :

1. Cover letter describing qualifications

2. Curriculum vitae (resume) detailing relevant teaching and / or professional experience

3. Contact information for at least three references

Review of applications will begin immediately.

Quick Link for Internal Postings :

https : / / jobs.cnu.edu / postings / 8878

EEO / Diversity Statement(s) :

Christopher Newport University, an EO Employer, is fully Committed to Access and Opportunity.

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