Polish Instructional Professor (Open Rank)

American Association of Teachers of Slavic and East European Languages; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 73,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Instructional Professor in Polish language to join their vibrant academic community. This role offers a unique opportunity to teach diverse courses in Polish language and culture, contributing to the development of students' language skills and cultural knowledge. The position is open rank, allowing for flexibility based on qualifications, and includes a competitive salary range with a relocation allowance. If you are passionate about language education and eager to make a significant impact in an academic setting, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Relocation allowance

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience teaching Polish at the post-secondary level is essential.
• Advanced degree in Polish studies or related field is required.

Responsibilities

• Teach seven courses across three quarters at all levels of Polish language.
• Engage in professional development and program-specific duties.

Skills

Polish language proficiency

Teaching experience at post-secondary level

Second language acquisition knowledge

Language pedagogy expertise

Education

MA in Polish studies or related field

PhD in relevant field

Job description

Polish Instructional Professor (Open Rank)

University of Chicago - Chicago, IL

Position Description

The Department of Slavic Languages and Literatures invites applications for a position as an Instructional Professor (open rank) in Polish language with an expected start date of September 1, 2025 or as soon as possible thereafter. The selected candidate will be appointed at the rank of Assistant Instructional Professor, Associate Instructional Professor, or Instructional Professor, depending on qualifications and educational background. The initial appointment is for a minimum of 2 years, with longer initial terms possible depending on qualifications and initial rank. Review and progression schedule are determined by a collective bargaining agreement between the University and the Service Employees International Union.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include both teaching and service duties. Teaching normally consists of seven courses across three quarters at all levels of the Polish language. One language course may periodically be replaced by a non-language course in an area of Polish culture or a course related to language pedagogy. Service duties may include advising undergraduate theses, creating and overseeing placement exams and graduate language exams, teaching independent studies, or other program-specific duties. Instructional Professors of all ranks are required to engage in regular professional development.

Salary Range or Pay Grade:

Assistant Instructional Professor: $73,117 - $78,965; Associate Instructional Professor: $78,966 - $85,468; Instructional Professor: $85,469 - $95,000. This base pay range is for a nine-month academic appointment. The position also includes a relocation allowance for qualifying expenses.

Qualifications

Applicants must have previous experience teaching Polish at the post-secondary level and must demonstrate sufficient language proficiency for teaching Polish in a university context, e.g., through an ACTFL-certified result at the Superior level or higher, or through receipt of an advanced degree earned in a Polish-language context. An MA in a field related to Polish studies is required, a PhD is preferred. Candidates with specialized training in second language acquisition, second language pedagogy, and/or assessment are especially encouraged to apply.

Application Instructions

Applicants must upload the following materials to the University of Chicago’s recruitment website:

1. CV
2. Cover Letter
3. Teaching Statement
4. One sample syllabus for first-year Polish
5. One sample syllabus for second-year Polish
6. Contact information for three references

Letters of recommendation will be requested from selected applicants after an initial review. Applicants may be asked to provide additional materials following the initial review of applications. Questions may be directed to Stephen Carver at [e-mail].

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The University of Chicago is an Equal Opportunity/Disabled/Veterans Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination.

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