Job Description

The Saint Mary's College Department of Modern Languages and Cultures invites applications for a one-year Visiting Assistant Professor of Italian, with the possibility of renewal, beginning Fall 2026. The successful candidate is expected to teach seven courses per academic year and undertake standard departmental duties, including advising. The ideal candidate will demonstrate potential for (or experience in) leading, growing, and promoting the Italian minor.

We seek applications from generalists with experience in teaching all levels of language and advanced courses. The field of specialization is open, but preference will be given to candidates who have previous experience teaching courses in modern and contemporary culture and literature. The candidate should demonstrate excellence in undergraduate teaching in a liberal arts environment and a desire to engage with the mission of Saint Mary’s College. Applicants must possess native or near-native fluency in Italian and will hold a PhD in Italian by August 2026.

Established in 1844, Saint Mary’s College was founded and is sponsored by the Sisters of the Holy Cross. Saint Mary’s College is a liberal arts college for women, with a strong commitment to the education of undergraduate women, and graduate women and men. As a Catholic institution of higher learning, the College is also committed to creating and maintaining an environment that respects the human dignity and civil rights of all persons. All faith traditions are welcome among our administrators, faculty, staff, and students.

Teaching, Research, and Service Expectations:

• 3/4 teaching load that includes: beginning, and intermediate Italian language courses, as well as advanced language and culture courses for the Italian minor.
• Research/creative activity is not required for this visiting position.
• Service expectations at the department level include advising students in the Italian minor and promoting the program through participation in department and campus-wide activities, such as advising the Italian club.

Qualifications:

• PhD in Italian by August 2026.
• The field of specialization is open, but preference will be given to candidates who have previous experience teaching courses in modern and contemporary culture and literature.
• The candidate should demonstrate excellence in undergraduate teaching in a liberal arts environment and a desire to engage with the mission of Saint Mary’s College.
• Applicants must possess native or near-native fluency in Italian.

For the initial application, please submit the following materials:

• Curriculum Vitae
• Letter of application that conveys your relevant experience and your interest in working at a Catholic, justice-oriented, women’s, liberal arts college.
• Statement of teaching philosophy that addresses your commitment to fostering an inclusive classroom environment, considering students from a broad variety of backgrounds and learning styles.

All materials should be submitted through Saint Mary’s College’s hiring portal (Careers.SaintMarys.edu) by February 1, 2026 for full consideration. Review of applications will begin immediately, but applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

If invited to progress to the next round of consideration, you will be asked to provide:

• All post-secondary transcripts.
• Evidence of teaching excellence.
• A minimum of two letters of reference addressing the candidate’s pedagogical expertise and other relevant qualifications.
• A description of 2 courses you could develop in the near future.

After reviewing these materials, the search committee will invite selected candidates to online interviews.

Eligibility to Work: Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and must not require visa sponsorship from the College, either now or in the future.