Adjunct Instructor in the World Languages Department: German

The Department of World Languages at Calvin University invites applications for part-time instruction in German. The appointment will be for the fall and spring semesters, beginning September 2025.

Requirements:

· A master’s degree or above or equivalent experience in German is required; applicants who also have five or more years of experience in teaching German at the beginner and intermediate levels (GERM 101-102, 201-202 or equivalent) will be preferred. The ability to teach German courses (language, culture, literature) at the advanced level will be an asset.

· All applicants must demonstrate the potential to teach effectively using a variety of methods and instructional technology as required.

· A commitment to the Christian faith and a willingness to integrate that faith into classroom teaching and student development is essential. Candidates are expected to affirm the Apostle’s Creed, the Nicene Creed, and the Athanasian Creed.

Calvin is building a tradition of diversity and accessibility and welcomes applications from persons whose personal characteristics will further that commitment. Calvin does not discriminate in the employment of individuals on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, disability, sex, or age. For further specifics please see the college website: Careers at Calvin Calvin University

To Apply:

As part of the application, please submit your full curriculum vita accompanied by a letter of application that addresses the requirements and responsibilities of the position, including your interest in teaching at a Reformed Christian University. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Contact department chair, Otto Selles with questions.

FAITH and EDUCATIONAL COMMITMENT

1. Commitment to the educational mission of Calvin as a Christian liberal arts university affiliated with the Christian Reformed Church.

2. A commitment to the Christian faith and to the integration of faith, learning, and student development.

DIVERSITY COMMITMENT

Demonstrated awareness and commitment to effectively establishing relationships and positive communication across multiple dimensions of diversity including, but not limited to, race, gender, physical limitations, class, or religious perspectives.

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