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Languages: Instructors in Intensive English Program (full and part-time)

Employer
University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire
Location
Wisconsin, United States
Salary
Salary Commensurate with experience
Date posted
Oct 29, 2021

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POSITION: The Department of Languages is seeking to hire instructors with an emphasis in the Intensive English Program (English as a Second Language) beginning in the Spring 2022 semester. The positions may be full- or part-time appointments. The positions are initially for a one semester appointment but in anticipation of continuing through 2022-23, contingent on program need and satisfactory performance review.

QUALIFICATIONS: Masters in relevant discipline such as TESOL or applied linguistics. Excellent interpersonal and cross-cultural skills. Native or native-like English language proficiency. Advanced working-knowledge of MS Office software. The following will be considered assets: evidence of successful teaching IEP at the collegiate level; demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusiveness.

DUTIES: A full-time load prepares and teaches the equivalent of 15 credits each semester of lower- and upper-division courses, as assigned. Attend weekly staff meetings. Maintain curricular documents, files, and materials for assigned courses. Assist in administration of pre-, mid-, and end-of-semester exams 

THE UNIT: The department of Languages consists of 17 faculty and 12 academic staff members.

https://www.uwec.edu/academics/college-arts-sciences/departments-programs/languages/

UNIVERSITY and EAU CLAIRE COMMUNITY: UW-Eau Claire, an institution of approximately 11,500 students and 1,400 faculty and staff, is consistently recognized as a top comprehensive university in the Midwest and is widely known as a leader in faculty-undergraduate research and study abroad. We strive for excellence in liberal education and select graduate and professional programs through commitment to teaching and learning and dedication to our core values of diversity, sustainability, leadership, and innovation. To learn more about UWEC, visit https://www.uwec.edu/human-resources/employment-opportunities/why-uwec/ .

The City of Eau Claire, situated at the confluence of the Chippewa and Eau Claire rivers, is at the center of a metropolitan area of approximately 100,000 people located 90 miles east of Minneapolis/St. Paul. The area features beautiful parks and trails, strong public schools, a vibrant arts scene and local food culture, and abundant recreational opportunities.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Applications are submitted electronically. Please follow instructions found on the following UW-Eau Claire Web site: https://www.uwec.edu/job-postings/ You must create an account and login before you can apply.  If you have not yet registered, click on the "Click here to Register" link to begin the registration process. If you are already a registered user, input your "User Name" and "Password" and select "Login."  Click the link to the Languages: Instructors in Intensive English Program (full and part time) position  (Job ID # 17712) and then click the "Apply Now" button to submit your application electronically.  Your application will not be considered complete until all required documents are attached and all required fields are completed.  Please be sure you have included the following in PDF format:

  • Letter of application
  • Curriculum vita
  • Unofficial graduate school transcript
  • Statement of teaching philosophy (1 page maximum)
  • Names and contact information for three references.

Please direct requests for additional information to:

Matt Waters, Chair, Department of Languages; watersmw@uwec.edu

To ensure consideration, completed applications must be received by November 15, 2021. However, screening may continue until position is filled. The university reserves the right to contact additional references with notice given to the candidates at an appropriate time in the process. Employment will require a background check. Employment will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding past conduct related to sexual violence and sexual harassment.

The University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. §. 19.36(7).

The UW-Eau Claire Police Department is dedicated to maintaining a safe and secure environment for learning and working. Although crime at the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire is  limited, the   University Police want students, faculty and staff to be aware of crime on campus and the area surrounding the campus. The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act is a federal law that requires colleges and universities to disclose annual information about campus crime.  Visit Campus Security and Fire Report  (https://www.uwec.edu/files/8/annual-security-report.pdf) .  Also visit our Campus Security Authority policy (https://www.uwec.edu/files/787/CleryCompliancePolicy.pdf).

UW-Eau Claire is an AA/EEO/Veterans/Disability employer dedicated to enhancing

equity, diversity, and inclusion.

 

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