Spanish (Residential Faculty)

$52,809.48 - $103,238.34/annually DOE

001

30 hours per week.

9 Months

10 Colleges. Unlimited Opportunities.

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Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) is committed to providing a competitive and comprehensive benefits program that supports our employees' and their families' health and well-being. Therefore, the MCCCD benefits support every stage of life and are designed to meet the diverse needs of our community. Explore the wide range of benefits and perks available to eligible employees at MCCCD:

Affordable and Comprehensive Benefits Package:

• Nationwide Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Paid Time Off: Vacation, Sick Leave, and Personal Time
• 20 Paid Observed Holidays
• Company-paid Life Insurance, AD&D, and Short-Term Disability plans, with the option to purchase supplemental coverage
• Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Pension, including Long Term Disability and Retiree Health Insurance with 100% employer-matching contributions
• Optional Retirement Plans: 403(b), 457(b), Roth 403(b), Roth 457(b)
• Tuition Reimbursement for employees and dependents
• Annual Professional Development Funding
• Flexible Work Schedules
  

Employee Health & Wellness Programs:

• District-Wide Wellness Program with Workshops and Webinars
• Monthly Health & Wellness Calendar and Newsletter
• Virta Diabetes Reversal Program and Support Groups
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Sight-On-Site Eye Care Services

• Pre-Retirement Planning Events
• Qualifying Employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (potential loan forgiveness for federal Direct Loans after meeting repayment requirements and working full-time for an eligible employer)
  
  

The Paradise Valley Community College (PVCC) is seeking a Spanish Faculty member who will develop curriculum and provide instruction in Spanish Language (SPA) and Spanish Humanities (SPH) courses in alignment with PVCC's college goals and learning centered philosophy. Spanish Faculty will use multiple methods of instruction, assessment strategies, and appropriate technology to engage students in learning and promote student success in both curricular and co-curricular learning contexts. The instructor may teach classes in multiple delivery formats, including in-person, hybrid, and online, and may teach daytime or evening classes. The instructor will also demonstrate a commitment to excellence in service, collaboration, and innovation among other World Language Faculty, within the Communication and Liberal Arts Division, and across the college and district levels including representation at instructional councils, partnerships with high schools offering dual enrollment, and the promotion of Spanish and World Language Programs.

Note: A second interview will be conducted during the hiring process.

* Teaching and Student Engagement: Teach a wide-ranging student population, including students in high school programs, through in-person, hybrid, accelerated, and online instructional formats. Employ student-centered teaching strategies and innovative approaches to instruction and learning that support student success, retention, and completion. Integrate instructional technology and alternative instructional delivery methods and scheduling strategies to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.

* Curriculum Development and Assessment: Collaborate with faculty colleagues to evaluate, select, and develop instructional materials, curricula, and learning activities. Assess student knowledge and mastery of course content, monitor academic progress, and prepare and grade examinations and other assignments. Participate in divisional and college-wide assessment initiatives and program reviews. Use assessment and evaluation data to inform instructional improvements and enhance student learning.

* Student Support and Academic Partnerships: Maintain regular office hours to provide academic support, advising, and guidance that promote student learning and personal development. Engage students beyond the classroom through instructional activities and experiential learning opportunities, including student clubs, undergraduate research, and internships with business and industry partners. Establish and strengthen partnerships with high schools and universities to develop, support, and promote transfer pathways or other learning opportunities for students.

* Professional Development: Stay current with emerging trends, technologies, research, and best practices in the discipline and in teaching and learning through professional literature, conferences, courses, seminars, workshops, and other development opportunities. Continuously expand subject-matter expertise and strengthen instructional knowledge and effectiveness.

* College and Community Engagement: Contribute to the mission and overall life of the college by demonstrating collegiality, professionalism, and effective collaboration with students, colleagues, staff, and community members. Participate in college and district activities, including department and division meetings, instructional councils, commencement ceremonies, and other institutional initiatives.

* Additional Responsibilities: Perform other related duties as assigned.

Language faculty must have a master's degree in the language to be taught (Spanish) or a master's degree in any field and 18 graduate credits and/or experience credits in the language to be taught (Spanish).

1. Master's degree (or higher) in Spanish with demonstrated advanced proficiency (ie: ACTFL distinguished proficiency level, CEFR C2 level, or native/near native fluency) in Spanish sufficient to effectively teach college-level Spanish language courses.

2. Three (3) plus academic years Spanish teaching experience; specifically, 100-200 level Spanish Language (SPA) courses at a community college or university.

3. Experience teaching or developing courses in one or more specialized areas of Spanish instruction, including Spanish humanities, Spanish for professional or workplace contexts, Spanish for heritage language learners, or other courses that expand students' academic, cultural, and career opportunities.

4. Experience applying effective language pedagogy and instructional methodologies including active learning, experiential learning, using LMS (learning management system) for online classes, adoption of instructional tech for synchronous oral proficiency, or High Impact Practices to enhance student engagement, language proficiency, foster deep learning, and promote a supportive learning environment.

5. Demonstrated use of a variety of formal and informal assessment methods to gauge student learning and teaching effectiveness for the purposes of improving learning including evidence of engagement in course, program, or general education learning outcomes assessment.

6. Demonstrated experience leading and/or collaborating with Spanish and other World Language colleagues, students, and/or campus partners to support academic programs and the broader college community through activities such as curriculum development, committee service, student organizations, student mentoring, community engagement, interdisciplinary initiatives, and program outreach.

7. One year of full-time relevant MCCCD experience during the previous two years.

• May require possession of a valid State of Arizona Class D Driver's License or other state license; employee must meet district minimum standards regarding driving: https://www.maricopa.edu/about/careers/apply

• Travel to campus during interview/selection process will be at candidate's own expense.

• MCCCD does not sponsor individuals for any type of work visas.

• Will be required to travel or be assigned to all MCCCD locations.

• May require travel or work at the Black Mountain campus and other community partner locations.

• May be required to work evenings or weekends.

• May require prolonged periods of standing, sitting and viewing a computer screen.

• Must be available to teach in a variety of course modalities including in person and online classes.

• May be required to lift or carry up to #25 lbs.

Applicants are required to submit unofficial transcripts, a resume or curriculum vitae (CV), and a cover letter demonstrating how they meet the minimum and desired qualifications. All minimum requirements must be met at the time of the application. If your master's degree is not in the teaching field, then please list the 18 graduate semester hours completed in the teaching field in your application materials. If you qualify based solely on the five (5) years of work experience in the field to be taught, unofficial transcripts will not be required.

MCCCD accepts unofficial transcripts for U.S. schools at the time of application. Unofficial transcripts are submitted as an attachment to the application. Transcripts from non-U.S. institutions must be translated and evaluated and provided with application material.

Applicants are strongly encouraged to include all relevant employment experience on their resume or curriculum vitae (CV) at the time of application and include both the month and year for each position listed.

Providing complete and accurate employment information helps ensure the applicant can be appropriately evaluated for minimum qualifications and desired qualifications. If selected as the preferred candidate, the information provided will also be used to determine pay placement. Incomplete or omitted employment history during the hiring process may impact the determination of meeting the minimum qualifications and/or the amount of qualifying experience included during the pay placement.

Please ensure your application materials clearly address all of the required information. Missing materials in your application will be considered incomplete. All experience must include the month and year. Documents with the year only will be categorized as incomplete. Note all work experience as Full-Time or Part Time.

Clearly illustrate how prior experience, knowledge, and education meet the minimum and desired qualifications for this position.

* Provide employment history for each position held and name of employer for each position, in a month/year format (e.g., 09/07 to 10/11), including tenure/duration, full-time or part-time (must include number of hours worked or credits of instruction), job title, and job duties.

* Three professional references, one of which must include a current or former supervisor. If references are not provided in the resume upon application, they will be requested at the time of the interview.

* Making a false statement or failing to disclose a material fact while seeking employment or reassignment within Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) may result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.

Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990. Qualified applicants or candidates with disabilities can submit a reasonable accommodation request at any point in the hiring process, and MCCCD's policy is to provide reasonable accommodation unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. If a reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the ADA Coordinator from the hiring campus location for assistance via email at adasupport@domail.maricopa.edu

MCCCD is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Note: A micro-teach presentation will be required during the hiring process.

Open until filled

First Review on Tuesday, November 10, 2026 (Apply by 11:59pm on November 9, 2026).

Applications received after the review date may not be screened.

Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) will not discriminate, nor tolerate discrimination in employment or education, against any applicant, employee, or student because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status (including document abuse), age, disability, veteran status or genetic information.

Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, states: "No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance."

The policy of the MCCCD is to provide an educational, employment, and business environment free of gender discrimination. Incidents of misconduct should be reported to the college Title IX Coordinator, as outlined in policy, contact information is available at this link Title IX Coordinators.

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