The Middlebury Portuguese Language School is pleased to announce a temporary Instructor of Portuguese position, available during the summer 2025 session (June 23 - August 15), located on the Bennington College campus in Vermont. Our unique 7-week program blends cultural immersion, intensive daily classroom sessions, and engaging cocurricular activities. Our faculty inspires and makes a meaningful impact on our students' learning experience. Become a valued member of our vibrant learning community! As an instructor, you'll have the opportunity to actively participate in teaching, engage in enriching cocurricular activities, share delicious meals, and reside on campus with our dynamic students. This is a complete immersion experience in Portuguese, fostering an environment of language learning and cultural exchange. In addition to the salary, lodging and a complete meal plan will be provided.
We are looking for a faculty member with experience teaching Portuguese as a foreign language in the U.S. (preferably) and experience teaching Portuguese language and cultures at the beginning, intermediate and advanced levels.
The successful candidate should possess a PhD (ABD candidates will also be considered), strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated success working as a member of an instructional team. The Middlebury Portuguese Language School is a diverse and inclusive community. A candidate who is creative, dynamic, and easy-going, and who possesses a respectful and welcoming attitude towards differences, will align exceptionally well with the values of the Portuguese School.
Preferred qualifications for this role include:
Prior experience teaching Portuguese as a second language in the U.S.
Experience in teaching Portuguese from a pluricentric approach.
Ability to teach interdisciplinary courses, encompassing subjects such as music, poetry, arts, politics, history, and business.
A plus if you possess a talent for organizing extracurricular activities.
In addition to the salary, lodging and a complete meal plan will be provided. This position is for summer 2025 (June 23 - August 15).
Application Instructions
Candidates should submit a letter of interest, CV, recent statistical information from student evaluations, one letter of recommendation and the names of two more references. Position will be open until filled.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Middlebury College is a top-tier liberal arts college with a demonstrated commitment to excellence in faculty teaching and research. An Equal Opportunity Employer, the College is committed to hiring a diverse faculty as we work to foster innovation in our curriculum and to provide a rich and varied educational experience to our increasingly diverse student body.
Required Documents
Cover Letter (1)
C.V. (1)
Student Evaluations (1)
Letter of Recommendation (1)
Names of two more references with email addresses and telephone numbers.
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