The Chinese Language Teachers Association Newsletter
News Update and New Jobs
(For September Issue, 2012)
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This page only contains
news items and job announcements which have missed the deadline of the current
issue of the CLTA Newsletter, but need to be posted immediately or else will be
out-of-date.
Visiting Chinese Instructor
Lynchburg, VA
posted
1.15.13
Randolph College seeks candidates
for a one-year visiting position in Chinese to begin August 2013. Applicants
should have native or near-native fluency in Mandarin Chinese and English; an
M.A. in Chinese Second Language Acquisition, or related field; and have
demonstrated excellence in teaching all levels of Chinese at undergraduate
level. Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest, curriculum
vitae, and three letters of recommendation to: Dr. Kun An,
Department of Modern Languages, Literatures and Cultures, 2500 Rivermont Avenue, Lynchburg, VA 24503. Application review
begins now and will continue until the position is filled. Our college is
committed to diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. Randolph College
(founded in 1891 as Randolph-Macon Woman’s College) is a nationally-ranked,
small private liberal arts college known for its academic rigor. It is located
near Virginia’s beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains.
Professor Or
Associate Professor Of Chinese, The University Of Mississippi
Oxford, Mississippi
posted
1.15.13
The Department of Modern Languages
and the Croft Institute for International Studies at The University of
Mississippi invite applications for a professor or associate professor prepared
to assume a leadership role in the University’s federally-assisted Chinese
Language Flagship Program. The Department offers the B.A. in Chinese and
currently enrolls 70 students in its Flagship program, designed to produce
Superior-level speakers; the Croft Institute offers the B.A. in International
Studies to some 190 majors. The successful candidate will hold a Ph.D. in
Chinese or a related field; possess native or near-native proficiency in
Chinese and English; provide evidence of excellence in teaching and research;
be able to teach courses at all levels; and demonstrate a command of
proficiency-based language pedagogy. Visit [https://jobs.olemiss.edu/]
to complete an application by uploading a cover letter, a
resume and contact information for three references. Review of
applications begins immediately and will continue until the position is filled
or an adequate applicant pool is established. The University of Mississippi is
a flagship research-oriented university and an EEO/AA/Title VI/Title IX,
Section 504/ADA/ADEA employer.
Chinese Teacher,Upper School
Washington, DC
posted
1.8.13
Sidwell
Friends, a coeducational Quaker day school located in the Tenleytown
neighborhood of N.W. Washington, DC seeks a full-time Chinese language teacher
for its Upper School division (Grades 9-12). Applicants must be qualified to
teach all levels of Chinese and have a native or near-native proficiency in
that language.
Significant classroom experience as a Chinese teacher, an ability to motivate
and support students, and a willingness to work collaboratively with others are
required. The successful candidate will also have an educational background in
Chinese language pedagogy (or a related discipline), experience with TPRS
methodology, and experience in the use of technology for the language
classroom. Candidates will be expected to serve as an effective ambassador for
the School’s Chinese Studies Program. Interest and experience in travel with
students is also preferred. This position begins August 2013. Interested
candidates should send a resume, cover letter, statement of educational
philosophy and contact information for three references to: HR@sidwell.edu
Sidwell Friends School
3825 Wisconsin Avenue, N.W.
Washington, DC 20016
www.sidwell.edu
Sidwell Friends School is committed as an institution
to the ideal of diversity with regard to race, ethnicity, religion, economics,
gender, sexual orientation, and physical disability in its student body,
faculty, and staff.
Visiting Assistant Professor Of Chinese
Coral Gables, FL
posted
1.8.13
UNIVERSITY OF MIAMI, Department of
Modern Languages and Literatures is seeking a Visiting Assistant Professor of
Chinese beginning in August 2013 for a full-time, non-tenure-track, nine-month
appointment for the 2013-14 academic year. The field
of specialization is open, with preference given to candidates who have competence
and/or training in second language pedagogy, curriculum design, and
technology-enhanced language learning. The successful candidate should have
native or near-native proficiency in Mandarin Chinese and solid command of
English. Qualifications include a commitment to excellence in Chinese language
pedagogy and candidate must have Ph.D. in hand by July 30, 2013.
Responsibilities include: (1) teaching elementary, intermediate and advanced
levels in Chinese; (2) supervising lecturer teaching Chinese; (3) holding
weekly office hours and attending departmental language program meetings as
required.
Review of applications will begin on January 14 and continue until the position
is filled. Interested candidates may apply electronically tomll.facultysearch@miami.edu – or mail the
application to Dr. Viviana Díaz
Balsera, Chair of the Search Committee, whose address
is below. In either case, the application should consist of a cover letter,
curriculum vitae, transcripts, and three letters of recommendation.
Dr. Viviana Díaz-Balsera,
Chair of Search Committee
Department of Modern Languages and Literatures
University of Miami
P.O. Box 248093
Coral Gables, FL 33124-2074
The University of Miami is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity University
that values diversity and has progressive work-life policies. Women, persons
with disabilities, and members of other underrepresented groups are encouraged
to apply.
Chinese Language Lecturer
Bowdoin College, Brunswick, Maine
posted
1.8.13
The Asian Studies Program at Bowdoin
College invites applicants for a lecturer position in Chinese language that
begins in fall 2013. The initial appointment will be three years, with the
possibility of renewal upon successful review. Applicants should have native or
near-native fluency in Chinese and English; an M.A. in Linguistics, Foreign
Language Pedagogy, Second Language Acquisition, or related field; and teaching
experience at the college level in the United States. The successful candidate
will teach a 3-2 annual course load of upper and lower level language courses,
as well as contribute to the program through activities such as participation
in Chinese language table, advising on study abroad, etc. Bowdoin is a highly
supportive environment; the successful candidate will be eligible for
conference travel support and to apply for research and other professional
development funds.
Bowdoin College accepts only electronic submissions. Please visit https://careers.bowdoin.edu to
submit letter of application explaining your qualifications and teaching
philosophy, c.v., a sample of self-designed materials for an upper level class
(strongly recommended), and the names of three references who have agreed to
provide letters of recommendation.
A short teaching demo/DVD should be mailed separately to:
Chinese Language Lecturer Search
Asian Studies Program
Bowdoin College
7500 College Station
Brunswick, ME 04011-8475
Review of applications will begin on January 31st and continue until the
position is filled.
A highly selective liberal arts college on the Maine coast with a diverse
student body made up of 30% students of color, 4% International students and approximately
15% first generation college students, Bowdoin College is committed to equality
and is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage inquiries from candidates
who will enrich and contribute to the cultural and ethnic diversity of our
college. Bowdoin College does not discriminate on the basis of age, race,
creed, color, religion, marital status, gender identity and/or expression,
sexual orientation, veteran status, national origin, or disability status in
employment, or in our education programs. For further information about the
college please visit our website: http://www.bowdoin.edu