The Department of Classics at the University of Chicago invites applications for part-time Lecturers in Modern Greek. The selected candidate will have part-time teaching opportunities in various courses of the Modern Greek Language curriculum. Responsibilities include preparing and teaching language courses at various levels (elementary, intermediate, and/or advanced), holding regularly scheduled office hours, and the preparing and grading of assignments and testing materials. Depending on the curricular needs of the department, the successful candidate may teach between one and four courses per academic year.
The terms and conditions of employment for this position are covered by a collective bargaining agreement between the University and Service Employees International Union. The per-course salary for academic year 2026-27 will be at least $9,193. This position is not benefits eligible.
Applicants must hold a Master’s degree or equivalent in Modern Greek language pedagogy and/or a related field, superior proficiency in Modern Greek and English according to ACTFL guidelines, and experience teaching Modern Greek at the college or post-secondary level.
Applications must include:
Optional Materials:
The materials listed above must be submitted through the University of Chicago’s Academic Recruitment site at the following link: apply.interfolio.com/191848Applicants may be asked to provide additional materials following initial review. Review of application materials will begin August 26, 2026, and continue until the position is filled. In the event that a teaching opportunity becomes available, we will contact applicants with the academic training and experience most appropriate for our available classes. This posting will expire on March 31, 2027.
This position is contingent upon budgetary approval. Only complete applications will be considered. For more information about this position, please contact Anna Hornsby (they/them), annahornsby@uchicago.edu
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Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-834-3988 or email equalopportunity@uchicago.edu with their request.
