Deadline: until filled
Utah Valley University is a student-centered teaching institution dedicated to building communities of engaged learners by developing its students and employees to be people of integrity who are good stewards of place (their community) and professionally competent in their chosen profession.
Applicants interested in working at UVU should support the strategic directions of the institution and be committed to: 1) working with students and the regional community; 2) contributing to collaborative efforts that improve teaching, scholarship, and creative activities; 3) engaging students in outstanding scholarly and creative works; 4) partnering with the broader community in improving society and making education relevant to the student learning experience; and 5) excelling in teaching and mentoring of students and fellow professionals.
UVU is located in Orem, Utah with satellite campuses in the north and south ends of Utah County, in Wasatch County, and at the Provo Airport. To support the student learning experience and the needs of the regional community, UVU employees may have responsibilities on these satellite campuses, or in the evening hours and weekends, depending on their job.
Utah Valley University is an Affirmative Action/ Equal Opportunity/ Equal Access Employer.
Under the direction of the Program Coordinator, the Department Chair, and the Dean of School of Humanities, Arts and Social Science, teaches courses to support UVU's Chinese Studeis Intiative under a variety of learning environments and activities that provide opportunities for students to develop to their fullest potential and achieve their learning objectives. Supports and seeks always to fulfill the guiding concepts for the college which are embodied in UVU's Mission.
Essential Functions, Major Duties, and/or Accountabilities:
- Teaches undergraduate courses in Chinese language (Mandarin), literature, culture, and/or history.
-Plans, prepares and follows an approved course of study with measurable objectives for each course taught.
- Prepares instructional materials, including examinations, course outlines, syllabi's, visual aids and presentations.
- Instructs, manages and supervises individuals and groups through lecturers, discussions, conferences, demonstrations, field trips, individualized instruction, and other appropriate methods.
- Evaluates instruction and learning through use of written, oral and performance test.
- Maintains a student oriented approach to education.
- Maintains and submits accurate and current reports and records regarding student accountability, attendance, performance, and follow-up.
- Establishes and maintains regular office hours and advises students during office hours and well as at other times as needed.
- Assists advisors, department chair, faculty and department staff in maintaining an effective program.
-Improves professionally and maintains currency in the course taught and desirable classroom conditions.
- Actively engages students in lectures, discussion, and laboratories.
- Fosters and engages in collegial relations with the community.
Minimum Qualifications
PhD in relevant discipline from an accredited institution
Experience teaching Chinese Studies courses.
Extensive knowledge of the Chinese language, literature, culture and history.
Specialization in contemporary China (although other specializations will be given consideration).
Experience with curriculum development, program development and/or study abroad will be an added benefit.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Must be native or near-native in both Chinese and English.
Skills in effective human relations and communication techniques.
Ability to motivate, manage and evaluate students and work effectively with people.
Ability to follow written and oral procedures and instructions.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please submit as part of your CV or as a separate document a list of 3-4 references.
To be considered an applicant for employment you must apply online through the UVU.Jobs website.
To receive full consideration please submit copies of relevant university transcripts. Transcripts do not have to be official copies.
To be considered in the first screening, the online application and required application documents (see below) must be submitted by the screening or closing date.
Our system can only accept supplemental documents (such as cover letters or transcripts) in PDF or Word format. The file size of documents must be less than 2MB. It is strongly recommended that you take documents that are not in an electronic form and scan them into a separate black and white PDF file so you can attach them electronically to the online application. You can get help with this at a local copy center if needed.
Any offer of employment will be contingent upon the results of a background check, which includes a criminal records check. A criminal conviction is not necessarily a bar to employment.
Application materials become the property of UVU.
For questions contact Human Resources at HREmployment@uvu.edu.
More information here.
Utah Valley University is a student-centered teaching institution dedicated to building communities of engaged learners by developing its students and employees to be people of integrity who are good stewards of place (their community) and professionally competent in their chosen profession.
Applicants interested in working at UVU should support the strategic directions of the institution and be committed to: 1) working with students and the regional community; 2) contributing to collaborative efforts that improve teaching, scholarship, and creative activities; 3) engaging students in outstanding scholarly and creative works; 4) partnering with the broader community in improving society and making education relevant to the student learning experience; and 5) excelling in teaching and mentoring of students and fellow professionals.
UVU is located in Orem, Utah with satellite campuses in the north and south ends of Utah County, in Wasatch County, and at the Provo Airport. To support the student learning experience and the needs of the regional community, UVU employees may have responsibilities on these satellite campuses, or in the evening hours and weekends, depending on their job.
Utah Valley University is an Affirmative Action/ Equal Opportunity/ Equal Access Employer.
Under the direction of the Program Coordinator, the Department Chair, and the Dean of School of Humanities, Arts and Social Science, teaches courses to support UVU's Chinese Studeis Intiative under a variety of learning environments and activities that provide opportunities for students to develop to their fullest potential and achieve their learning objectives. Supports and seeks always to fulfill the guiding concepts for the college which are embodied in UVU's Mission.
Essential Functions, Major Duties, and/or Accountabilities:
- Teaches undergraduate courses in Chinese language (Mandarin), literature, culture, and/or history.
-Plans, prepares and follows an approved course of study with measurable objectives for each course taught.
- Prepares instructional materials, including examinations, course outlines, syllabi's, visual aids and presentations.
- Instructs, manages and supervises individuals and groups through lecturers, discussions, conferences, demonstrations, field trips, individualized instruction, and other appropriate methods.
- Evaluates instruction and learning through use of written, oral and performance test.
- Maintains a student oriented approach to education.
- Maintains and submits accurate and current reports and records regarding student accountability, attendance, performance, and follow-up.
- Establishes and maintains regular office hours and advises students during office hours and well as at other times as needed.
- Assists advisors, department chair, faculty and department staff in maintaining an effective program.
-Improves professionally and maintains currency in the course taught and desirable classroom conditions.
- Actively engages students in lectures, discussion, and laboratories.
- Fosters and engages in collegial relations with the community.
Minimum Qualifications
PhD in relevant discipline from an accredited institution
Experience teaching Chinese Studies courses.
Extensive knowledge of the Chinese language, literature, culture and history.
Specialization in contemporary China (although other specializations will be given consideration).
Experience with curriculum development, program development and/or study abroad will be an added benefit.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Must be native or near-native in both Chinese and English.
Skills in effective human relations and communication techniques.
Ability to motivate, manage and evaluate students and work effectively with people.
Ability to follow written and oral procedures and instructions.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please submit as part of your CV or as a separate document a list of 3-4 references.
To be considered an applicant for employment you must apply online through the UVU.Jobs website.
To receive full consideration please submit copies of relevant university transcripts. Transcripts do not have to be official copies.
To be considered in the first screening, the online application and required application documents (see below) must be submitted by the screening or closing date.
Our system can only accept supplemental documents (such as cover letters or transcripts) in PDF or Word format. The file size of documents must be less than 2MB. It is strongly recommended that you take documents that are not in an electronic form and scan them into a separate black and white PDF file so you can attach them electronically to the online application. You can get help with this at a local copy center if needed.
Any offer of employment will be contingent upon the results of a background check, which includes a criminal records check. A criminal conviction is not necessarily a bar to employment.
Application materials become the property of UVU.
For questions contact Human Resources at HREmployment@uvu.edu.
More information here.
