Vacancy: Chinese Language Assistant Instructor, University of Pittsburgh

18 November 2010
Vacancy: Chinese Language Assistant Instructor, University of Pittsburgh
Deadline: 15 December 2010

University or Organization: University of Pittsburgh

Department:
East Asian Languages and Literatures

Job Location:
Pennsylvania, USA

Web Address: http://www.deall.pitt.edu

Job Rank: Assistant Instructor

Specialty Areas: Applied Linguistics

Required Language(s): Chinese, Mandarin (cmn)

Description:

The Department of East Asian Languages and Literatures of the University of Pittsburgh seeks one full-time, one-year contract (renewable) assistant instructor for the Chinese language program, for appointment beginning September 1, 2011, pending budgetary approval. Successful candidate should possess native or near-native proficiency in both Chinese and English, hold an MA degree in foreign language pedagogy or a related field, and have at least two years of experience teaching Chinese at North American universities or colleges. Preference will be given to candidates who possess linguistic knowledge of Chinese language, and demonstrate familiarity with CFL methodologies. Duties include teaching Chinese at all levels, as well as working closely with the language coordinator to contribute to the overall effectiveness of the Chinese language program.

Applicants should send a letter of application, CV listing three references, a statement of teaching philosophy in both Chinese and English, transcripts from the last university attended, and a sample of teaching evaluations to the address below. For more information, contact Paula
Locante, information below. In order to ensure full consideration, applications must be received by December 15th, 2010.

The University of Pittsburgh is an AAEO Employer. Women and members of minority groups under-represented in academia are especially encouraged to apply.

Application Deadline: 15-Dec-2010

Mailing Address for Applications:

Chinese Language Assistant Instructor Search Committee
702 Old Engineering Hall
University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PA 15146
USA

Contact Information:

Paula Locante
Email: plocante@pitt.edu
Phone: 412-624-5568
Fax: 412-624-3458

More information here.
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