Adjunct Chinese DLI Bridge Instructor

A00107P

The Department of Foreign Languages at Weber State University seeks an instructor to teach upper-division Chinese Bridge Program courses at local high schools (Weber and Ogden School District), beginning August of 2021. The course taught in the high schools is part of the Utah Dual Language Immersion Bridge Program, in which students who have participated in the dual immersion program since first grade, or who have an equivalent level of proficiency in Chinese, may take an upper-division university Chinese course in the tenth, eleventh, and twelfth grades.
Under administrative direction from the program coordinator and department chairperson, the individual shall perform some or all of the following duties:
1. Teach two to three Chinese Bridge Program course sections in Weber and Ogden School District’s high schools.
2. Plan, prepare, and follow an approved course of study that includes measurable objectives for each course taught.
3. Prepare instructional materials (course outlines, syllabi, exams, visual aids, and instruction sheets) as necessary.
4. Instruct, manage, and supervise individuals and groups in classrooms through using appropriate teaching methods.
5. Evaluate instruction and learning by means of appropriate testing methods.
6. Maintain a student-oriented approach to education.
7. Maintain and submit accurate and current reports and records involving student accountability, attendance, performance, and follow-up.

M.A. in Chinese or a related field.
At least two years of experience teaching Chinese.

Preference will be given to candidates with a Ph.D. (ABDs are also encouraged to apply), with experience teaching Chinese at the secondary and university levels, and with training in or knowledge of the ACTFL proficiency guidelines, the National Standards for Teaching Foreign Languages, and the use of classroom technology.
Ability to apply effectively general principles to specific conditions.
Ability to follow written and oral procedures and instructions.
Ability to work effectively with people.
Ability to travel to high schools.
Ability to work in a co-teaching environment.

Yes

10/04/2023

10/04/2024

To apply, complete the online application, attach a cover letter addressing your qualifications for this position, transcripts, a Curriculum Vitae, and the contact information for three references.
If you are hired, please keep in mind that you will need to complete the appropriate Payroll and HR documents prior to beginning work.
The screening of applicants will begin immediately.
Due to the Affordable Care Act (ACA), individuals who have worked in a salaried capacity for Weber State University who have left their salaried positions within the last six months are ineligible to be hired as an hourly or adjunct employee at Weber State for six months.
Criminal Background check is required as a condition of employment.

Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction., Standing. Particularly for sustained periods of time. , Expressing or exchanging ideas. Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important instructions to other workers accurately or quickly. , Ability to receive detailed information with or without assistance.

Light work. Exerting up to 20 lbs of force occasionally and/or up to 10 lbs of force frequently and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Use of arm and/or leg controls exerting forces greater than that for sedentary work.

Required to perform activities such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; using a computer terminal; extensive reading.

None. The worker is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions (such as in typical office or administrative work).