Visiting Assistant Teaching Professor- Classics

Description: The Classics Program at Connecticut College invites applications for a one-year, full-time position as Visiting Assistant Teaching Professor of Classics for the 2026-2027 academic year. Candidates should be prepared to teach Greek and Latin language courses at all undergraduate levels, as well as a 38-student course on Classical Mythology (in English) which contributes to our general education curriculum, "Connections." The position will begin on July 1, 2026. Preference will be given to candidates who will have a Ph.D. in Classics completed by the time of appointment; ABD or Masters in Classics is required. The teaching load is 3-3.Review of applications will begin on April 27, 2026, and continue until the position is filled. Applicants should upload a letter of application, a C.V., unofficial copies of graduate transcripts, and three confidential letters of recommendations to: https://apply.interfolio.com/184354. In your application letter, we invite you to describe how your approach to teaching ancient languages fosters learning and growth for all students. Email inquiries should be sent to Darryl Phillips, Chair of the Department of Classics, at dphilli2@conncoll.edu.Connecticut College is a private, highly selective institution with a demonstrated commitment to outstanding faculty teaching and research. The College seeks creative scholars excited about working in a liberal arts setting, with its strong focus on engaged teaching, participation in shared governance, and active involvement in an institution-wide advancement of access and opportunity for all students, faculty, and staff. Connecticut College is an equal opportunity employer. The College complies with all federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and ordinances prohibiting discrimination in private post-secondary education institutions. The College does not discriminate against any employee, applicant for employment, student, or applicant for admission on the basis of the following protected characteristics: age, citizenship status, color, creed, disability (physical or mental), domestic violence victim status, ethnicity, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information (including family medical history), lawful source of income, marital status, national origin (including ancestry), pregnancy or related conditions, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran or military status (including disabled veteran; recently separated veteran; active-duty, wartime, or campaign badge veteran; and Armed Forces Service Medal veteran), any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. Currently the College is not sponsoring visas for this position.