Bilingual Interpreting Instructor (Arabic–English)

United Arab Emirates University; Al Ain; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The United Arab Emirates University invites applications for a full-time Instructor in Interpreting (Arabic/English and vice versa). The successful candidate will teach undergraduate courses in interpreting, with a focus on Arabic-English language pairs, and provide academic advising.

The role emphasizes high-quality teaching, active student engagement, and contribution to curriculum development within a dynamic academic environment. Prior interpreting experience is an advantage.

Qualifications

• Postgraduate degree in Translation, Interpreting, Applied Linguistics, or a related field.
• Experience teaching consecutive and simultaneous interpreting.
• Native or near-native proficiency in Arabic and English.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Commitment to an inclusive learning environment.
• Professional interpreting experience is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate courses in interpreting (Arabic/English and vice versa).
• Advise and mentor undergraduate students.
• Select and prepare teaching and learning resources.
• Plan and deliver well-organized instructional sessions.
• Demonstrate sensitivity to diverse student backgrounds and needs.
• Contribute to curriculum development and program improvement.

Skills

Arabic-English interpreting

Consecutive & simultaneous

Teaching

Student advising

Communication

Education

Postgraduate degree in Translation/Interpreting/Applied Linguistics

Job description

The United Arab Emirates University invites applications for a full-time Instructor in Interpreting (Arabic/English and vice versa). The successful candidate will teach undergraduate courses in interpreting, with a focus on Arabic-English language pairs, and provide academic advising.

The role emphasizes high-quality teaching, active student engagement, and contribution to curriculum development within a dynamic academic environment. Prior interpreting experience is an advantage.