Adjunct Teaching - Asian & Near Eastern Languages - Mandarin Chinese Language Instructor

Brigham Young University; United States; On-site; USD 20,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Brigham Young University invites applications for an Adjunct Teaching position in Asian & Near Eastern Languages to instruct Mandarin Chinese. The role requires a Master’s degree by start date and prefers expertise in second language teaching and Chinese language/literature.

Candidates with college-level Chinese teaching experience and native or superior proficiency are welcome. Responsibilities include teaching CHIN courses across levels, adhering to the department curriculum, maintaining

Qualifications

• Must have Master’s degree completed by start date
• Preferred: degree in second language teaching, Chinese language or literature
• College-level experience teaching Chinese as a second language preferred
• Native speaker or superior-level language skills preferred

Responsibilities

• Teach Chinese language courses at all levels (CHIN 101–411)
• Follow department-approved curriculum
• Hold weekly office hours
• Attend occasional training meetings

Skills

Teaching Chinese as a second language

Curriculum adherence

Office hours

Education

Master’s degree

Second language teaching/Chinese language or literature

Job description

Job Title: Adjunct Teaching - Asian & Near Eastern Languages - Mandarin Chinese Language Instructor Posting End Date: November 1, 2026 *NOTE: Last day to apply is Saturday, October 31, 2026, at 11:59pm (MT) Position Start Date: January 4, 2027 Required Degree: Master’s degree required. A degree in second language teaching, Chinese language, and literature is preferred. The required degree must be completed by the start date. Experience: College-level experience teaching Chinese as a second language is preferred. Native speaker or superior-level language skills preferred.

Duties/Expectations: Teach Chinese language courses at all levels (CHIN 101, 102, 201, 211, 202, 301, 302, 311, 411). Adjunct instructors are expected to follow the department-approved curriculum, hold weekly office hours, and attend occasional training meetings.

This position requires the successful candidate to relocate and/or reside in Utah for the duration of their employment.

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