What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pro Tem Instructor (Romance Languages) - Open Pool position at UO-Romance Languages?
Department: CAS Romance Languages
Rank: Instructor
Annual Basis: 9 Month
Review of Applications Begins
Applications will be reviewed as needs arise
Special Instructions to Applicants
In addition to a completed online application, please provide a resume or CV and include names and contact information for three professional references.
Department Summary
The Department of Romance Languages, located in the School of Global Studies and Languages (College of Arts and Sciences), is a diverse, multicultural, and plurilingual academic unit that researches and instructs in French, Italian, Portuguese, and Spanish languages and literatures. It is the largest language department at the University of Oregon and frequently intersects with other departments and programs on campus. The department sponsors and supports numerous activities such as lectures, film festivals, study abroad programs, international conferences, and community events.
Position Summary
The Department of Romance Languages at the University of Oregon seeks to build a pool of qualified applicants for instructional positions in French, Italian, Portuguese, and Spanish (lower and upper-division language and culture classes, and upper-division literature, culture, and linguistics classes). Positions are limited-duration appointments potentially renewable for up to a total of three years. Screening of applications will take place as positions become available and continue until positions are filled.
Potential courses may include first- and second-year language courses, third-year language and culture courses, and, with appropriate credentials, introductory literature, culture, or linguistics courses or advanced undergraduate seminars. Positions may also include supervision of multi-section language courses.
Minimum Requirements
The University of Oregon is proud to offer a robust benefits package to eligible employees, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. For more information about benefits, visit https://hr.uoregon.edu/about-benefits.
The University of Oregon is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution committed to cultural diversity and compliance with the ADA. The University encourages all qualified individuals to apply and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected status, including veteran and disability status. The University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. To request an accommodation in connection with the application process, please contact us at uocareers@uoregon.edu or 541-346-5112.
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Rank: Instructor
Annual Basis: 9 Month
Review of Applications Begins
Applications will be reviewed as needs arise
Special Instructions to Applicants
In addition to a completed online application, please provide a resume or CV and include names and contact information for three professional references.
Department Summary
The Department of Romance Languages, located in the School of Global Studies and Languages (College of Arts and Sciences), is a diverse, multicultural, and plurilingual academic unit that researches and instructs in French, Italian, Portuguese, and Spanish languages and literatures. It is the largest language department at the University of Oregon and frequently intersects with other departments and programs on campus. The department sponsors and supports numerous activities such as lectures, film festivals, study abroad programs, international conferences, and community events.
Position Summary
The Department of Romance Languages at the University of Oregon seeks to build a pool of qualified applicants for instructional positions in French, Italian, Portuguese, and Spanish (lower and upper-division language and culture classes, and upper-division literature, culture, and linguistics classes). Positions are limited-duration appointments potentially renewable for up to a total of three years. Screening of applications will take place as positions become available and continue until positions are filled.
Potential courses may include first- and second-year language courses, third-year language and culture courses, and, with appropriate credentials, introductory literature, culture, or linguistics courses or advanced undergraduate seminars. Positions may also include supervision of multi-section language courses.
Minimum Requirements
- Master’s degree in the relevant Romance language or a related field.
- Professional-level proficiency (ACTFL Superior, or equivalent) in both English and the target language.
- Professional-level proficiency (ACTFL Superior, or equivalent) in both English and the target language.
- Successful college-level teaching experience, including experience in curriculum development, proficiency assessment, heritage language teaching, and/or service learning.
- PhD for those teaching upper-division literature, culture, and linguistics courses (course numbers 315 and above).
The University of Oregon is proud to offer a robust benefits package to eligible employees, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. For more information about benefits, visit https://hr.uoregon.edu/about-benefits.
The University of Oregon is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution committed to cultural diversity and compliance with the ADA. The University encourages all qualified individuals to apply and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected status, including veteran and disability status. The University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. To request an accommodation in connection with the application process, please contact us at uocareers@uoregon.edu or 541-346-5112.
UO prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy (including pregnancy-related conditions), age, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including family medical history), ancestry, familial status, citizenship, service in the uniformed services (as defined in federal and state law), veteran status, expunged juvenile record, and/or the use of leave protected by state or federal law in all programs, activities and employment practices as required by Title IX, other applicable laws, and policies. Retaliation is prohibited by UO policy. Questions may be referred to the Office of Investigations and Civil Rights Compliance. Contact information, related policies, and complaint procedures are listed here.
In compliance with federal law, the University of Oregon prepares an annual report on campus security and fire safety programs and services. The Annual Campus Security and Fire Safety Report is available online at https://clery.uoregon.edu/annual-campus-security-and-fire-safety-report.