Innovative Chinese Language Instructor (Non-Tenure Track)

Worcester Polytech; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 78,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) invites applications for a full-time, non-tenure track teaching faculty position in Chinese to begin August 2027. The role emphasizes engaging instruction for undergraduates and collaboration within the Humanities & Arts department and Global Asia initiatives.

The ideal candidate holds a Ph.D. or Ed.D. in the field, with strong Mandarin and English proficiency, and a minimum of five years of college-level teaching experience in the United States.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or Ed.D. preferred; Master's considered for Instructor level.
• Formal training in teaching Chinese as a foreign language or SLA.
• Native or near-native Mandarin; professional English proficiency.
• At least 5 years of college-level Chinese teaching in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Teach 8 courses per academic year (two per 7-week term).
• Deliver engaging, inclusive Chinese instruction to undergraduates.
• Collaborate with colleagues and contribute to Global Asia initiatives.
• Adopt innovative pedagogical approaches aligned with best practices.

Skills

Course instruction

Pedagogy

Curriculum design

Education

Ph.D. or Ed.D. in Teaching Chinese as a Foreign Language

Master's degree (Instructor level possible)

Job description

Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) invites applications for a full-time, non-tenure track teaching faculty position in Chinese to begin August 2027. The role emphasizes engaging instruction for undergraduates and collaboration within the Humanities & Arts department and Global Asia initiatives.

The ideal candidate holds a Ph.D. or Ed.D. in the field, with strong Mandarin and English proficiency, and a minimum of five years of college-level teaching experience in the United States.