Adjunct Faculty - Chinese Studies - (495228 )

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 18,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Houston invites applications for a part-time, non-tenure track Adjunct Faculty position to teach Mandarin Chinese courses within the Department of Modern and Classical Languages. Adjunct appointments are made on a semester basis.

The successful candidate should hold at least a Master’s in Chinese Linguistics, Literature, or Education and demonstrate the ability to integrate technology into curriculum design and instruction. Prior teaching experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• M.A. in Chinese Linguistics, Literature, or Education is required.
• Experience teaching Chinese language courses is preferred.
• Ability to integrate technology into Chinese language curriculum design and instruction.

Responsibilities

• Teach Mandarin Chinese courses.
• Develop and deliver curriculum for Mandarin language courses.
• Assist with adjunct appointment processes and administrative requirements.

Skills

Mandarin Chinese proficiency

Technology in language instruction

Education

Master's degree in Chinese Linguistics, Literature, or Education

Job description

Department: Modern & ClassicalLanguages

Salary: Commensurate with experience

Description

The Department of Modern and Classical Languages at theUniversity of Houston invites applications for a part-time,non-tenure track, Adjunct Faculty position to teach MandarinChinese courses. Adjunct Faculty appointments are made on asemester basis.

The successful candidate must hold at at least an M.A. in ChineseLinguistics, Literature, or Education, and demonstrate the abilityto integrate technology effectively into Chinese languagecurriculum design and instruction. Prior experience in teachingChinese language courses is preferred.

Required Attachments by Candidate:

• Unofficial Transcripts
• Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter/Letter ofApplication
• Contact information for three professionalreferences

Official transcripts are required for a faculty appointment andwill be requested upon selection of the final candidates.

All positions at the University of Houston-System are securitysensitive and will require a criminal history check. Individualsconducting research in critical infrastructure areas (i.e.,communication infrastructure systems, cybersecurity systems,electric grid, hazardous waste treatment systems, and/or watertreatment facilities) are subject to regular review to ensure thesecurity and integrity of the research is maintained.

The University of Houston System and its universities are EqualOpportunity Institutions. Everyone is encouraged to apply.