Kennesaw State University Is Hiring A Part-time and Limited Term Faculty Positions in World Languages and Cultures

Join Our Community as a Faculty Member in World Languages & Cultures! 🌍

Explore the dynamic opportunities at Kennesaw State University, a vibrant institution with a rich history of innovation, community, and global engagement, now seeking talented faculty to enrich our diverse language programs.

About Us 🏛️

For over 60 years, Kennesaw State University has been a beacon of entrepreneurial spirit and community excellence. Located just north of Atlanta, our university blends suburban tranquility with two bustling metro-Atlanta campuses in Kennesaw and Marietta. With over 46,000 students, we offer a comprehensive range of undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs, supported by high-impact research and Division I athletics. As a Carnegie-designated R2 doctoral research institution, we are committed to expanding our academic and research horizons on multiple levels.

Our vibrant culture, expansive career opportunities, and shared values of respect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity, and accountability make us an employer of choice. As part of the University System of Georgia, we embody the power of a student-centered, research-driven mission. We invite talented individuals to join us in our visionary journey, especially as we launch a new strategic plan in 2024-2025. For more information, visit Kennesaw State University.

Locations 📍

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

Department of World Languages & Cultures 🗣️🌎

Our department offers dynamic opportunities to immerse in 13 languages, regional cultural studies, and intercultural competence. We prepare students for success in a globalized world through innovative teaching and cutting-edge research.

Our Commitments 🤝

• Develop linguistic and cultural proficiency in second or third languages for professional use.
• Promote interdisciplinary scholarship in language education, cultural studies, linguistics, translation, and film.
• Enhance the university's international presence via faculty expertise in service, community engagement, and interdisciplinary programs.

Academic Offerings 🎓

We offer two nationally recognized B.A. programs:

• Modern Language and Culture — with tracks in Chinese, French, German, Italian, Korean, Japanese, and Spanish, including concentrations in Second Language & Culture, Teacher Certification, Applied Business, and Cross-disciplinary Perspectives.
• Asian Studies — exploring the interactions between traditional and transforming Asian cultures.

Additionally, students can engage in various minors and our Critical Languages Program for further cultural and linguistic enrichment.

College of Humanities & Social Sciences 🎯

Home to over 400 faculty and 8,100 students, our college pioneers workforce readiness in the humanities and social sciences through practical, experiential learning. With over 80 programs across various disciplines, we foster leadership, critical thinking, and civic engagement, preparing responsible citizens for the modern workplace.

Current Job Openings 📝

Part-Time & Limited Term Faculty Positions in World Languages & Cultures (2025-2026)

We are inviting applications to join our faculty pool for various semesters. Positions are on an as-needed basis, with rank and responsibilities aligned with credentials. Work will be performed in Georgia.

Responsibilities 📚

• Teaching undergraduate courses in languages such as American Sign Language, Arabic, Chinese, French, German, Hebrew, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Latin, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, and World Language Education.

Assignments depend on your earned degrees and adherence to SACSCOC Faculty Credentials Guidelines.

Required Qualifications ✅

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

Preferred Qualifications 🌟

• Native or near-native fluency in target languages.
• Prior teaching experience in world languages and cultures.
• Experience teaching online or hybrid courses.

Application Materials 📝

• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Cover Letter
• Unofficial Transcripts (Official transcripts and international evaluations required upon hire)
• Contact information for ≥3 references

Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Contact & Support 📧

For questions regarding this faculty opening:

• Dr. Sha Huang (Asian Studies & Chinese): shuang5@kennesaw.edu
• Dr. Abby Alexander (Critical Languages & Latin): 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 & World Language Education): djack264@kennesaw.edu
• Dr. Robert Simon (Spanish): rsimon5@kennesaw.edu

Technical support for applications: support@usg.edu or call (877) 251-2644.

Our Core Values & Commitment to Equity 🤝

The University System of Georgia upholds the core values of Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. We promote Freedom of Expression and are committed to Equal Employment Opportunity. Our policies prohibit discrimination and harassment based on race, sex, gender identity, ethnicity, religion, age, disability, veteran status, and more, ensuring a respectful environment for all community members.

Final candidates must agree to background checks as per university policy, with some positions requiring additional screenings.