What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lect.in Spanish for HealthcareProfessional position at Gwynedd Mercy University?
Lecturer in Spanish for Healthcare Professionals
DESCRIPTION
Gwynedd Mercy University is seeking an innovative part-time instructor with a background in both language instruction and medical/healthcare terminology. This individual will play a key role in creating and revitalizing Spanish courses. We are looking for a dynamic educator with experience in online, hybrid, and in-person instruction, proficiency with Universal Design for Learning, and an understanding of cultural medical practices within Hispanic/Latino communities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Teach immersive undergraduate courses using the target language in:
- Beginning, intermediate, and advanced Spanish
- Develop specialized courses in Spanish for Healthcare, Spanish for Law Enforcement and additional topics depending on the needs of the institution
- Deliver high-quality instruction in face-to-face, online, and hybrid modalities
- Engage in leading opportunities for study abroad
- Provide students with clear syllabi, expectations, learning outcomes, and course schedules
- Use pedagogies consistent with Universal Design for Learning (UDL) to support a diverse student body
- Develop engaging, culturally informed instructional materials
- Assess student learning and provide timely feedback
- Collaborate with program leadership in revitalizing and expanding the Spanish curriculum
Minimum requirements:
- Master’s degree from an accredited university and:
- Advanced proficiency and fluency in written and conversational Spanish (Castellano and/or Espanol).
- Experience teaching Spanish or experience in a bilingual professional environment.
- Candidates possessing fluency in the Spanish language and an earned Bachelor’s degree who are currently enrolled in a Master’s degree program will be considered for this position.
Preferred qualifications:
- Master’s degree or higher in Spanish, Applied Linguistics, or related field
- Experience designing or teaching Spanish for specialized professions
- Familiarity with Canvas or similar LMS
- Experience teaching online, hybrid, and in‑person courses
- Demonstrated proficiency with UDL principles and culturally responsive teaching approaches
- Knowledge of instructional technologies and digital learning tools
EOE STATEMENT:
Gwynedd Mercy University is committed to maintaining a positive learning, working, and living environment that is free from unlawful discrimination and harassment. Gwynedd Mercy University does not discriminate against any applicant for admission to or employment at the University because of race, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, color, marital status, veteran status, genetic characteristics, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law (“Protected Classes”). This includes, but is not limited to, admissions, financial aid, educational services, and student programs and activities, as well as to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to, recruitment, selection, hiring, placement, transfer, promotion, training, compensation, benefits, discipline, and termination. The University will not tolerate unlawful acts of discrimination or harassment based upon Protected Classes, or related retaliation against or by any employee or student.