Spanish Instructor

Salary: $37,860.00 - $78,000.00 Annually

Location: Pendleton

Job Number: 202400335

Hiring Range Min: $37,860.00

Hiring Range Max: $78,000.00

Agency Specific Application Procedures:
Finalists are subject to a criminal background and reference screening process. Applicants should submit a resume and cover letter with their online application.

Job Responsibilities

Are you passionate about education and eager to make a difference in the lives of students? Tri County Technical College is looking for dedicated professionals to join our dynamic team! As a leader in higher education, we pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative, supportive environment where both employees and students thrive. Work alongside a diverse group of staff, faculty, and administrators who are dedicated to student success. Be a part of a forward-thinking institution that values creativity, inclusivity, and excellence. If you are ready to contribute to the success of our great institution and grow your career apply today! We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences who are committed to excellence in education.

Tri-County Technical College (TCTC) is seeking a collaborative, enthusiastic, and innovative Full-Time Spanish Instructor to join our Arts and Sciences Division. As a leader in higher education, we pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative, supportive environment where both employees and students thrive. We are looking for dedicated professionals to join a forward-thinking institution that values creativity, collaboration, and excellence.

The ideal candidate is a professional who wishes to serve in a dynamic, multidisciplinary division with the opportunity to engage in a myriad of professional projects, from curriculum enhancement to establishing new partnerships. The successful candidate will serve as a member of our Associate of Arts team, contributing to a collaborative environment focused on developing and maintaining a robust, relevant, and dynamic Associate of Arts program at TCTC. In this role, you will help shape a curriculum that meets the evolving needs of our students while ensuring the program remains a premier pathway for academic excellence and seamless transferability.
Position Responsibilities:

• Teach introductory and intermediate Spanish courses using systematically planned and delivered instruction.
• Availability to teach Spanish courses across multiple modalities and settings, including community campuses, dual enrollment in local high schools, and online formats (synchronous and asynchronous), with flexibility for morning and evening classes
• Serve as course director for one Spanish course (SPA 101, 102, 201, or 202)
• Maintain accurate records of student academic progress and attendance
• Evaluate and support student progress and content mastery though relevant assessment and student feedback
• Collaborate within a highly integrated and supportive divisional structure that thrives on mutual cooperation and active engagement. The successful candidate will demonstrate a high level of collegiality and partnership, contributing to the strength of the division through dedicated service on divisional boards and committees.
• Serve as an academic advisor and participate in recruiting and marketing activities to foster student success.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

To ensure high standards of academic excellence and credentialing, applicants must possess:

• A master's degree in Spanish or a master's degree in any field with 18 graduate hours in Spanish.
  • Unofficial transcripts must be submitted with the online application; applications without transcripts will not be considered.
• Native or near-native proficiency in Spanish and strong English communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Availability to teach summer courses (currently offered online)
• Previous teaching experience at the college or community college level
• Experience teaching online or hybrid courses
• Familiarity with ACTFL proficiency guidelines and communicative language teaching
• Experience working with first-generation, dual enrollment, or non-traditional students
• Experience in using educational technology, including Learning Management Systems (e.g., Blackboard)

Additional Comments

Tri-County Technical College offers a comprehensive benefits package for FTE positions that includes, but is not limited, to the following:

• Health, dental, vision, long term disability, and life insurance for employee, spouse, and children
• Life Insurance: Basic life insurance and optional supplements life insurance for employee, spouse, and children.
• 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
• 15 days sick leave per year
• 13 paid holidays
• Paid Parental leave
• State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs: 401k with employer contributions.
• Professional Development Opportunities: Team bonding activities/events and professional training programs.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Counseling and support services.
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible work schedules, 37.5 work weeks and abbreviated Fridays.

Tri-County Technical College is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.