ADJUNCT INSTRUCTOR- JAPANESE

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 909,216 - 1,294,944; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and welfare benefit package

403(b) & 457(b) investment plans

Pension plan

Generous leave policies

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking an Adjunct Instructor for Japanese at Harold Washington College. This role requires a Master's in Japanese and at least three years of teaching experience, focusing on integrating technology and diverse teaching methods.

The ideal candidate will create engaging curricula and foster student success through innovative instructional strategies. Benefits include health plans, retirement savings, generous leave, and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Japanese and three years teaching experience in higher education.
• Experience in a multicultural classroom is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Construct a course syllabus consistent with departmental requirements.
• Prepare lesson plans and instructional materials.
• Deliver instruction focusing on student-centered activities.

Skills

Curriculum Development

Integrated Skills Course Models

LMS Integration

Evolving Technologies in Language Learning

Diverse Teaching Methods

Education

Master’s Degree in Japanese

Job description

ADJUNCT INSTRUCTOR – JAPANESE

Harold Washington College – City Colleges of Chicago

City Colleges of Chicago’s vision is to be recognized as the city’s most accessible higher education engine of socioeconomic mobility and racial equity – empowering all Chicagoans to take part in building a stronger and more just city. The community college system’s more than 3,500 faculty and staff serve more than 70,000 students annually at seven colleges and five satellite sites.

Harold Washington College is proud to be a member of the Caring Campus network, a model of professional development that works to implement strong and consistent behavioral commitments for all employees in regard to how they interact with students. As a result of this work, employees become engaged with students on a level that has not occurred before. The core benefit of this work is making a connection with students, many of whom have not had an adult who has cared about them in an educational system.

Eligibility

Qualified candidates must have at a minimum, a Master’s Degree in Japanese and three or more years teaching Japanese in a university or college environment. Experience should include time spent studying or living in a francophone country as well.

Qualifications

Qualified candidates would demonstrate an understanding of the needs of the World Language student in a community college environment and have significant experience working in a multicultural classroom. They must possess demonstrated excellence in teaching, commitment to integrating new technologies in the learning process, and the ability to inspire, motivate and empower students to succeed.

Ideal Candidate Experience

• Developing Curriculum and Materials
• Developing Integrated Skills Course Models
• Integrating LMS and Online Text Components in Language Learning
• Integrating Evolving Technologies in Language Learning
• Using a Variety of Teaching and Delivery Methods
• Teaching Language Through Content
• Speaking, Reading, Writing and Listening Instruction
• Teaching Critical Thinking and Comparative Culture
• Written and Oral Assessment

Essential Functions of the Position

• Construction of a course syllabus consistent with Department and College Requirements.
• Development and preparation of lesson plans, course presentations, and instructional materials.
• Delivery of instruction with an emphasis on student‑centered activities and active learning.
• Consultation with and one‑on‑one tutoring of students.
• Maintenance of clear records on student performance, as well as any other factors such as attendance, involved with the grading of students.
• Compliance with departmental and institutional policies and procedures including but not limited to submission of midterm and final grades, keeping office hours, and decisions regarding instructional matters such as texts, assignments, and grading standards.
• Participation in department and/or institutional assessments of student learning.

Employment Details

The position is at Harold Washington College and may require day, evening and/or weekend working hours in person.

Application Requirements

• Letter of Interest.
• A Resume or Curriculum Vitae.
• College Transcripts.

Salary

Salary: $800.00 per contact hour. Offered salary will be determined by the applicant’s education, knowledge, skills and abilities, as well as other factors such as internal equity.

Benefits

Benefits include an excellent health and welfare benefit package, long‑term savings and investment programs including 403(b) & 457(b) investment plans, a pension plan with the State University Retirement System, generous vacation, holiday, personal and sick days, and tuition reimbursement.

We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.

Chicago residency is required for all full‑time employees within six months of hire.