Lecturer Jobs in Gainesville, FL

Ph.D. or Ed.D. in Spanish or closely related field (M.A. or M.Ed. will be considered if other qualifications are outstanding); native or native-like fluency in English and Spanish; demonstrated excellence as a teacher; experience as a supervisor and/or coordinator in a college-level language program; and exceptional organizational and mentorship skills.

The Department of Spanish and Portuguese Studies at the University of Florida seeks a Spanish instructor at the rank of Lecturer or Senior Lecturer with experience teaching Spanish, coordinating language programs or courses at the university level, and mentoring instructors (including graduate teaching assistants). This is a full-time, nine-month, nontenure-accruing position to be renewed on a year-to-year basis, contingent on funding. The start date is August 16, 2027.

Responsibilities of the position include:

• Teaching in the Lower Division Spanish program, with an occasional course at the Upper Division level (dependent on departmental needs); the typical teaching assignment for non-tenure track (instructional) faculty is three courses per semester.

• Working closely with the Undergraduate Coordinator/Lower Division Director to coordinate Lower Division Spanish language courses (or the Spanish language program, based on qualifications) and to supervise and mentor graduate teaching assistants.

• Participating in departmental duties, including committee work, ongoing training in pedagogy, curriculum development, and supervision of instructors. Candidates at the Senior Lecturer level must have a record of academic excellence and professional experience commensurate with the title. Non-tenure track faculty at UF have numerous professional development opportunities and support for growth.

Non-tenure track faculty at UF have numerous professional development opportunities and support for growth. Non-Tenure Track faculty may seek advancement through UF’s three-tiered promotion track (Lecturer, Senior Lecturer, Master Lecturer). For more information see (Tenure and Promotion).

Applicants are encouraged to visit the (Department of Spanish and Portuguese Studies) to learn more about the department.

UF is the state’s oldest, largest, and most comprehensive land grant university and was ranked the Number 1 public university in the United States by Wall Street Journal in its “2024 Best Colleges in the U.S.” report. UF is located in Gainesville, a city of approximately 150,000 residents in North-Central Florida, 50 miles from the Gulf of Mexico, and 67 miles from the Atlantic Ocean, and within a 2- hour drive to large metropolitan areas (Orlando, Tampa, Jacksonville).

The beautiful climate and extensive nearby parks and recreational areas afford year-round outdoor activities, including hiking, biking, and nature photography. UF’s large college sports programs, museums, and performing arts center support a range of activities and cultural events for residents to enjoy. Alachua County schools are highly rated and offer a variety of programs including magnet schools and an international baccalaureate program. Learn more about what Gainesville has to offer at Visit Gainesville.

The salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, and the compensation includes a full benefits package.

Employment Benefits include:

• Health Insurance: UF participates in state- and university-sponsored benefits programs for individuals, families, and domestic partners, and offers voluntary insurance that includes vision, dental, long-term disability and more.
• Retirement Options: Attractive options include Florida Retirement System Pension Plan, State University System Optional Retirement Program, Florida Retirement System Investment Plan, and Voluntary Retirement Savings Plan.
• Leave: UF offers various generous paid leave plan as well as access to a sick-leave pool, and maternity/paternity leave.

Ph.D. or Ed.D. in Spanish or closely related field (M.A. or M.Ed. will be considered if other qualifications are outstanding); native or native-like fluency in English and Spanish; demonstrated excellence as a teacher; experience as a supervisor and/or coordinator in a college-level language program; and exceptional organizational and mentorship skills.

Additional desirable qualities include experience or interest in one or more of the following: Spanish for specific purposes; Spanish for heritage speakers; online instruction; leading study abroad programs.

For full consideration, applications must be submitted online. Click on at the top of this posting.

A complete application includes (1) a letter of application summarizing the applicant's qualifications, interests, and suitability for this specific position, (2) a complete curriculum vitae, (3) a teaching statement, (4) complete and unabridged course evaluations demonstrating excellence in teaching for at least four undergraduate Spanish classes, and (5) contact information for three references. After initial review, confidential letters of recommendation will be requested from the references for selected applicants.

Applications will be reviewed beginning December 7, 2026, and the position will remain open until filled. Only complete applications will be reviewed at this time. Applications received after this date may be considered at the discretion of the committee and/or hiring authority.

You may send email inquiries about the position to Dr. Jennifer Wooten (wooten@ufl.edu)

All candidates for employment are subject to a pre-employment screening which includes a review of criminal records, reference checks, and verification of education.

The selected candidate will be required to provide an official transcript to the hiring department upon hire. A transcript will not be considered “official” if a designation of “Issued to Student” is visible. Degrees earned from an educational institution outside of the United States require evaluation by a professional credentialing service provider approved by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES), which can be found at http://www.naces.org/.