Japanese Instructor (Adjunct Faculty)

University of La Verne; La Verne (CA); On-site; USD 31,913 - 45,452; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefit Hub (discount perks)

Free Parking

Adjunct Faculty Development Funds

Staff discounted lunches

10% off at the University Bookstore

Tuition Remission for Senior Adjuncts

Contribution Retirement Plan

Medical benefits

Job summary

A private not-for-profit university in California is seeking a part-time instructor of Japanese to teach Elementary and Intermediate language courses. Candidates should hold a Master's degree in Humanities and possess native or near-native fluency in both Japanese and English. Teaching experience and familiarity with modern methodologies are preferred. The role offers a competitive hiring salary and various benefits including free parking and discounted services. Successful background check is required.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a Humanities discipline required.
• Native or near-native fluency in Japanese and English is essential.
• Familiarity with communicative and proficiency methodologies is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach Elementary and Intermediate Japanese language courses.
• Possibility of teaching advanced courses in language, culture, and literature.

Skills

Native or near-native fluency in Japanese

Native or near-native fluency in English

Education

Master's degree in a Humanities discipline

Job description

The University supports a diverse and inclusive environment where students recognize and benefit from the life experiences and viewpoints of other students, faculty, and staff. Diversity is an active and intentional practice that supports difference and multiplicity to expand knowledge, educate capable citizens, develop the whole person, and serve our local and global communities. Promoting and sustaining diversity is a commitment to educational quality and the creation of positive, respectful learning communities.

Job Description

The University of La Verne is a private not-for-profit university founded in 1891 located in La Verne, California. The core values that we live by are Ethical Reasoning, Diversity and Inclusivity, Lifelong Learning and Community and Civic Engagement.

The Department of Modern Languages is seeking a part-time instructor of Japanese, to begin August 23, 2021. The position will entail teaching Elementary and Intermediate Japanese language courses, with the possibility of advanced language, culture, and literature courses, as needed, either as regularly scheduled classes or directed studies. Candidates will be expected to demonstrate evidence of teaching excellence and a sensitivity to and respect for diverse populations.

Required Qualifications

• A Master’s degree in a Humanities discipline and native or near-native fluency in Japanese and English are required.

Preferred Qualifications

• College-level teaching experience and familiarity with current communicative, proficiency and/or task-based methodologies are highly desirable; preference will be given to candidates who can furnish evidence of strong teaching.

Benefits Summary

• Benefit Hub (discount perks)
• Free Parking
• Adjunct Faculty Development Funds
• Staff discounted lunches at the Spot
• 10% off discount at the University of La Verne Bookstore and Graphics
• Tuition Remission (Senior Adjuncts)
• Contribution Retirement Plan (must meet hours) for Mandatory – Voluntary Contribution at anytime
• Medical (must meet hours)
• Utilize services offered at CTL and the wellness center.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion and clearance of a background check and employment verification.

Physical Demands Summary

Hiring Pay Rate

Hiring Salary Per Hiring Rank:

• Adjunct Professor (with terminal degree): $28.08

Posting Number AF055P

Job Open Date 07/19/2021

Job Close Date Open Until Filled Yes

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