Chinese Language Lecturer in the East Asian Languages and Cultural Studies Department
Position overview
Position title: LecturerPosition description
The Department of East Asian Languages and Cultural Studies at the University of California, Santa Barbara, invites applications for the position of lecturer in the Chinese language.
We seek applicants with expertise and experience in teaching Chinese as a second/foreign language. The candidate(s) will be expected to teach the intermediate-level Chinese language courses in non-heritage and heritage Mandarin language courses for Fall 2022 (2 courses and 3 sections), Winter 2023 (2 courses and 3 sections), and any other teaching needs that may arise. This workload includes supervising a teaching assistant for Friday drills.
Salary is based on UC salary scales and depends on qualifications. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship.
The Department is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through research, teaching, and service as appropriate to the position. Inquiries may be directed to our department’s Academic Personnel Coordinator, Rebeca Adam through the help contact.
Qualifications
MA in Chinese language pedagogy, applied linguistics, or a related field, at time of application.
• Two years of experience in higher education, preferably in the United States, teaching Chinese language courses (elementary through advanced levels), and evidence of effective teaching.
• Native or near-native fluency in both Mandarin Chinese and English.
• Preference for candidates who have experience in teaching the intermediate level Chinese language courses in both heritage and non-heritage streams in North America;
• Preference for candidates who have experience mentoring and training TAs.
Application Requirements
Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
Cover Letter
Statement of Teaching
- 3 letters of reference required
Please arrange to have 3 letters of recommendation submitted via UC Recruit.
Help contact: radam@hfa.ucsb.edu
About UC Santa Barbara
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California Policy on Vaccination Programs, as may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.