Position Status: Tenure-Track

Academic Rank: Assistant Professor

Department: Dept of Spanish & Portuguese

Campus Location: Main Campus

Job Summary

The Department of Spanish and Portuguese at Colorado College invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Spanish and Portuguese to begin Fall 2026.

This position will mainly contribute to the Spanish Program and will also teach in the Portuguese Program (typically 1 course) as part of their regular yearly teaching load.

We are looking for a colleague whose research encompasses Hispanic Studies and Luso-Brazilian Studies. Areas of expertise may include but are not limited to: Transatlantic/Transpacific Studies, Migration, Diaspora and Border Studies, Environmental Studies, and/or Critical Discourse Studies.

The successful candidate is a dedicated educator who will be able to teach at all levels of our Spanish and Portuguese curriculum, with a focus on language instruction. The candidate is also expected to contribute to our departmental study abroad programs and work closely with students via co-curricular and community-building programming.   

Colorado College is a nationally recognized, residential liberal arts and sciences college enrolling approximately 2,100 students from across the US and around the world. The College, located on a 99-acre campus in Colorado Springs, is distinguished by its immersive learning and pedagogy made possible by the Block Plan, in which professors teach, and students take, one course at a time. Each block is three and a half weeks long, allowing for unique teaching and learning strategies. Professors have a six-block teaching duty in the eight-block year, where one of the six blocks may be assigned to supervising senior and independent projects where the work is spread out across the year rather than completed in a conventional block.

Colorado College actively promotes a dynamic and inclusive environment in which students and employees of diverse backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives can learn and work. Read more about our the College’s commitment in our Institutional Equity & Belonging web page and the strategic plan “The Strategy for a More Just CC.”

Minimum Qualifications

PhD in related field by start of employment and native or near-native proficiency in both Spanish and Portuguese.

Preferred Qualifications

PhD in related field by start of employment and native or near-native proficiency in both Spanish and Portuguese. Teaching experience, demonstrated commitment to language teaching, and a commitment to equity and belonging are preferred. The successful candidate will also be committed to departmental and college-wide service, and to strengthening the Spanish and Portuguese programs at CC by working closely with students and engaging them through co-curricular and community-building programming.

Application Instructions

• Continuous Recruitment - for full consideration, apply by: 10-31-2025
• References will be contacted to upload a letter of recommendation when a candidate accepts a Zoom/Phone interview
• For any questions, contact the chair of the search committee, Dr. Andreea Marinescu, amarinescu@coloradocollege.edu.  
• You must meet the minimum qualifications to be considered for this position.

Required Documents

1. Cover Letter (2 pages maximum) 

2. Curriculum Vitae 

3. A statement of teaching (2 pages maximum)

4. A statement of research (2 pages maximum)

5. Short answer describing how the candidate might contribute to the college’s mission “to model, inspire, and be active stewards of equity and belonging” (500 words maximum) 

6. Teaching Evaluations for 2 courses (preferably one lower and one upper-level)

7. Graduate Transcripts  (unofficial copies are suitable for applications; the successful candidate will be required to send official transcripts)

As part of the application process, all candidates will need to provide contact information for at least three references to provide a confidential letter of recommendation; however, only the references of short-listed candidates (those invited to Zoom interview) will be asked to submit a letter. 

For full consideration all required documents must be received by October 31, 2025.

Optional Documents

Anticipated Hiring Salary Range:

$90,000

Visa Sponsorship Information:

Eligible for H-1B sponsorship

What We Offer:

As part of the total compensation for Staff and Faculty roles, we offer a competitive benefits package including:

-Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
-Retirement plan (403b) where CC contributes 10%, with a mandated 5% employee contribution
-Paid seasonal breaks and holidays (20 days per year)
-Tuition assistance benefits for employee and their eligible dependents
-Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Assistance Program
-Wellness benefits including free access to the fitness center, swimming pool, wellness center, and financial consultants

Accommodation Statement:

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and Colorado College’s policies, if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Colorado College, or if you cannot use the online application system, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (719) 389-6421 or HR@ColoradoCollege.edu

E-Verify Information:

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Benefit Information:

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Leave Information:

Please refer to https://www.coloradocollege.edu/basics/welcome/leadership/policies/vacation-leave-and-accrual.html

EOE Statement:

Colorado College is committed to equal opportunity for all employees and applicants in all aspects of the employment relationship—including (but not limited to) recruiting, hiring, promotions, compensation, benefits, and access to training—without regard to race, creed, color, caste, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity or gender expression, perceived gender, sexual preferences and sexual orientation), disability, marital status, veteran status, age, genetic information, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

In alignment with our commitment to reduce potential bias in hiring, applicants may redact any information that discloses their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance/graduation from educational institutions on resumes, certifications, transcripts, or other application materials. There will be no penalties for the omission of such information.