Inside Higher Ed Is Hiring A Part-Time And Limited Term Faculty Positions In World Languages And Cultures

Join Our Team: Part-Time and Limited Term Faculty Positions in World Languages and Cultures

Explore a rewarding opportunity to contribute to language education and cultural understanding at Kennesaw State University, located in the vibrant Atlanta metropolitan area.

Position Overview

Job Title: Part-time and Limited Term Faculty in World Languages and Cultures
Location: Kennesaw, Georgia
Employment Type: Part-Time, Regular
Job ID: 287109

About Kennesaw State University

Kennesaw State University has fostered an entrepreneurial spirit and sense of community for over six decades. Situated just north of Atlanta on two campuses in Kennesaw and Marietta, we serve over 46,000 students with undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs. As a Carnegie R2 research institution, we pride ourselves on high-impact research, Division I athletics, and a dynamic campus culture. Our core values of respect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity, and accountability define us, making KSU a premier employer committed to student success and community engagement. To learn more, visit our website.

Campuses

• Kennesaw Campus: 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144
• Marietta Campus: 1100 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta, GA 30060

Department of World Languages and Cultures

We offer diverse opportunities for language learning and cultural exploration across 13 languages and global studies. Our faculty engage in innovative teaching and research to prepare students for international careers and intercultural competence.

Our Commitments

• Developing students' linguistic and cultural proficiency in second or third languages for professional use
• Fostering interdisciplinary scholarship in language education, cultural studies, linguistics, translation, and film
• Enhancing the university’s international presence through faculty expertise in service, community engagement, and interdisciplinary programs

Academic Programs

We offer two B.A. programs: Modern Language and Culture and Asian Studies. The Modern Language and Culture major provides tracks in Chinese, French, German, Italian, Korean, Japanese, and Spanish, with concentrations including Teacher Certification, Applied Business, and Cross-disciplinary Perspectives. Asian Studies emphasizes traditional and transformative Asian cultural interactions. Additionally, numerous minors and a Critical Languages Program offer cultural and linguistic enrichment.

The College of Humanities & Social Sciences

Home to over 400 faculty and 8,100 students, our college focuses on workforce readiness in the humanities and social sciences through practical, experiential learning. We offer more than 80 undergraduate and graduate programs designed to develop leadership, problem-solving, and civic engagement skills.

Position Details

We are currently accepting applications for a pool of part-time and limited-term faculty positions for the 2025-2026 academic year. These roles are semester-by-semester and will be filled based on department needs and candidate credentials.

Responsibilities

• Teaching undergraduate courses in languages such as American Sign Language, Arabic, Asian Studies, Chinese, French, German, Hebrew, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Latin, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, and World Language Education
• Courses will be assigned based on earned degrees and SACSCOC Faculty Credentials Guidelines

Qualifications

Required

• A Master's degree or foreign equivalent in the specific discipline or a closely related field at the time of hire
• Or, a Master's degree or foreign equivalent in a non-related discipline with 18 graduate credit hours in the teaching discipline

Preferred

• Native or near-native fluency in target language(s)
• Experience teaching world languages and cultures
• Experience teaching online or hybrid courses

Application Materials

• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Cover Letter
• Unofficial Transcripts (Official transcripts and international course evaluations due upon hire)
• Contact information for at least three references

Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Contact Information

For questions about the faculty opening, contact:

• Dr. Sha Huang (Asian Studies): shuang5@kennesaw.edu
• Dr. Sha Huang (Chinese): shuang5@kennesaw.edu
• Dr. Abby Alexander (Critical Languages): aalex100@kennesaw.edu
• Dr. Noelle Brown (French): nbrow152@kennesaw.edu
• Dr. Noah McLaughlin (German): nmclaugh@kennesaw.edu
• Ms. Renata Creekmur (Italian): rcreekmu@kennesaw.edu
• Dr. Hyunji Kim (Japanese): hkim138@kennesaw.edu
• Dr. Jeongyi Lee (Korean): jlee234@kennesaw.edu
• Dr. Lee Jackson (Portuguese): djack264@kennesaw.edu
• Dr. Robert Simon (Spanish): rsimon5@kennesaw.edu
• Faculty job inquiries: facultyjobs@kennesaw.edu

Technical Support

For application assistance, contact the Shared Services Center: (877) 251-2644 or support@usg.edu.

USG Core Values & Equal Opportunity

Aligned with the University System of Georgia's commitment, we uphold the core values of Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. We foster a workplace free from discrimination and harassment, in accordance with federal and state laws. To learn more, visit USG Code of Conduct.

Non-Discrimination Policy

Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, committed to a respectful, equitable environment. For inquiries or to file a complaint, contact the Office of Institutional Equity at eeo@kennesaw.edu.

Background Checks & Additional Screenings

All final candidates will undergo a criminal background check as per the USG policy. Additional screenings may include motor vehicle reports, credit checks, or verification of credentials. Learn more at USG Background Check Policy.