Languages and Linguistics at York St John University is looking to build up a bank of part time casual and fixed term academic staff to support delivery of our exciting portfolio of programmes.
About YSJ university
York St John University has been a leading education, training, and research institution for over 180 years. We stand for equality, ambition, and social justice. Founded in the heart of the historic city of York we serve a global campus of students who thrive on academic excellence, graduate employability, and a strong sense of community. Centred in the heart of York, York St John University has been established with a commitment to educate, motivate, and inspire the next generation.
The Role
We seek to appoint part-time hourly paid lecturers/tutors to contribute to the delivery of our programmes in English language and linguistics, Korean language, Japanese language, British Sign Language and Deaf studies. The number of hours worked will be flexible and by negotiation. The rate of pay includes remuneration for all work done in connection with teaching, preparation, setting and marking of student work, related course administration and includes an allowance for holiday pay.
Applications are invited from applicants who have expertise and experience in teaching any one of the following areas:
Introductory grammar
Phonetics and/or phonology (either introductory or higher level)
Semantics and pragmatics
Forensic linguistics
Psycholinguistics
Sociolinguistics
Discourse analysis
Speech and language pathology
TESOL
Child language acquisition
Second language acquisition
Japanese language
Korean language
British Sign Language
Deaf Studies
The number of hours taught will vary considerably and will depend on both the availability of the individual and the needs of the programmes.
Candidates should hold at least a master’s degree or equivalent (e.g. relevant professional qualifications) in a related subject. Previous experience of teaching at university level would be an advantage. The successful candidate will have excellent communication skills in English language, be able to demonstrate understanding of student support, be able to motivate students, and be willing work in a team.
Closing date: 18 December 2023
For further information and informal discussion please contact the Associate Heads of School for Languages and Linguistics, Dr Nikki Swift (n.swift@yorksj.ac.uk) and Dr Leesa Clarke (l.clarke@yorksj.ac.uk).
Lecturer in Korean/ Lecturer in Korean and Linguistics
Department:
School of Education, Language & Psychology
Location:
York
Salary:
£38,205 to £46,974 per annum
Contract Duration:
18 months
Closing Date:
Sunday 17 December 2023 at midnight
Interview Date:
Monday 08 January 2024
Reference:
256-23
Successful candidate must be available to start in February 2024
About York St John University
York St John is an ambitious, modern university at the heart of historic York and there has never been a more exciting time to join us.
Our strategy for the next decade emphasises our commitment to widening opportunity through the power of education and contributing our talents to creating a fairer world and a more prosperous region. We are putting inspirational learning and impactful research at the heart of this strategy, recognising our academic expertise as our greatest asset and investing in enabling this expertise to thrive.
The role
We are currently seeking a Lecturer in Korean, or Korean and Linguistics. The successful candidate will join a team of seventeen Languages and Linguistics academics based within the School of Education, Language and Psychology. We offer BA and MA programmes in British Sign Language, Deaf Studies, English Language and Linguistics, Intercultural Communication, Japanese, Korean, and TESOL.
The successful candidate will contribute to our undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in Korean, TESOL and Linguistics. You will have experience and expertise in teaching Korean to an advanced level to students, preferably including HE level, using a range of teaching and learning techniques.
During term-time and in assessment periods, the majority of your work will involve teaching in a variety of settings including; small group tutorials/seminars and lectures, assessment, and the provision of pastoral and academic support to students. The successful candidate will also be supported in developing a solid research profile. You are likely to have the opportunity to teach in the areas in which you research and to involve your students in your research through the York St John ‘Students-as-Researchers’ scheme.
The School of Education, Language and Psychology has recently established a Research Centre for Language and Social Justice. The successful applicant for this post will be encouraged to think about ways in which they (and their students) can contribute towards the development of the Centre. Engaging the public in the study of language(s) will be an important part of the Centre’s work, and ideas about how this might be achieved, both internationally and locally, are welcome.
Key requirements
It is essential that candidates hold a doctoral-level qualification, or are near completion, and are actively engaged in research. Your area of research expertise may include Korean language and culture, applied linguistics/TESOL. Research interests in language and social justice issues would be an advantage. Candidates with research outputs suitable for submission to REF are encouraged to apply.
This role is eligible for Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship. For further information regarding this visa route please visit Skilled Worker visa: Overview – GOV.UK (www.gov.uk).
Any informal enquiries should be addressed to the Programme Lead, Dr Kyoungmi Kim k.kim@yorksj.ac.uk or Associate Head of School: Language, Dr Leesa Clarke l.clarke@yorksj.ac.uk
If you require a reasonable adjustment in order to apply for this position please contact vacancies@yorksj.ac.uk. Within the application form there is an opportunity for you to request a reasonable adjustment at the interview stage of the process, however if you wish to discuss this in further detail at any point in the process please do not hesitate to contact us.
We offer a range of family friendly and inclusive policies and facilities to support staff from different backgrounds. As part of our commitment to providing an inclusive working environment, consideration is given to all requests for job share or flexible working arrangements.
Please note that CVs are not accepted in place of the application form.
Our benefits package
We offer a wide range of employee benefits including –
– Excellent annual leave entitlement, including five discretionary university closure days over the Christmas period
`Iolani School seeks an Upper School Korean language teacher for the 2024-25 school year.
The ideal candidate should have experience teaching Korean language at all levels and be able to help develop a Korean language program for students in grades 7-12. In addition to being active participants in our vibrant learning community, we are looking for educators who will inspire and support our students. The ideal candidate is dynamic, a strong communicator (both written and oral) and committed to professional growth in their discipline and teaching practice.
An advanced degree in Korean language is preferred. Candidates should be able to demonstrate native or near-native fluency in Korean and have a deep understanding of Korean culture and its integration into language teaching. Additionally, candidates should be comfortable designing and executing curriculum as a part of a teaching team and adept at integrating instructional technology.
‘Iolani School has many extracurricular opportunities available for those looking to extend their work beyond the classroom, including, but not limited to: participation in our residential life program, coaching athletic and/or academic student teams, and serving as an adviser in our advisory program.
The Department of Modern Languages at California State University, Dominguez Hills (CSUDH), invites highly qualified, motivated, and well-organized, applicants for a pool of part-time teaching appointments.
At CSUDH, we celebrate and respect diversity in all forms that include every race, religion, gender, ethnicity, veterans, people with varied abilities, and members of the LGBTQ+ community. CSUDH is seeking applications from candidates who can demonstrate experience in teaching and working with individuals from diverse backgrounds and contribute to the University’s mission, vision, and core values.
The mission of the Department of Modern Languages is to enhance the liberal arts education of students through the study of languages, literatures, and cultures as well as through the fostering of participation in diverse ethnic societies at home and abroad, leading to an interdisciplinary and extensive academic preparation so that graduates will contribute to social, educational, and economic amelioration regionally, nationally, and globally.
The temporary faculty pool is continuously open, and positions are filled as needed, based on student enrollment and funding. Candidates may need to be available to begin teaching on short notice. The Fall term begins in late August and ends in mid-December; the Spring term begins mid-January and ends in mid-May. Opportunities for teaching during the Summer Sessions may also be available.
Responsibilities
Teach assigned lower division courses in Korean and serve weekly office hours based on assigned teaching unit load.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
An M.A. degree in the field relevant to the curriculum or related discipline.
Preference will be given to candidates with prior teaching experience at the college or university level and who can furnish evidence of strong teaching.
Applicants must have experience in teaching undergraduates from diverse ages, socioeconomic, cultural, and academic backgrounds.
Preferred Qualifications
A Master’s degree in the field relevant to the curriculum or related discipline.
A Ph.D. or extensive professional experience is required for teaching upper-division core courses (300- or 400-level).
Employment Requirement
Background Check
Satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check) is required for employment. CSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.
CSU COVID-19 Vaccination Interim Policy
The California State University (CSU) is committed to safeguarding the health and well-being of our students, faculty, staff, administrators, and the communities we serve, as well as maintaining higher education access and attainment for our students, as such, we embrace a comprehensive strategy designed to reduce the likelihood of transmission of the COVID-19 virus. The CSU requires faculty, staff, and students who are accessing campus facilities to be immunized against COVID-19 or declare a medical or religious exemption if eligible. Any candidate advanced in a currently open search process should be prepared to comply with this requirement. The system-wide policy can be found at: CSU COVID-19 Vaccinations Policy.
Questions about the COVID-19 Vaccination Policy may be sent to hrm@csudh.edu .
Additional Information
Initial rank and salary for lecturer faculty are based on professional experience and educational background and are determined by the hiring department. Most new lecturers are hired at the Lecturer A or B rank. As of July 2022, the classification salary ranges for the respective ranks are: Lecturer A: $4,530-$6,056 Lecturer B: $5,405-$11,994 Lecturer C: $6,190-$13,172 Lecturer D: $7,794-$13,797
Mandated Reporter Per CANRA
The person holding this position is considered a ‘mandated reporter’ under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act (CANRA) and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083, revised December 24, 2021, as a condition of employment.
How to Apply- To apply for this position, please click the “Apply Now” button on this page.
A complete application is required and must include:
Current Curriculum Vitae or Resume with contact information
A one page Cover Letter including a Diversity Statement and Teaching Statement
List of 3 references with contact information
Unofficial transcripts (an official transcript will be required upon initial appointment)
For international transcripts, a United States Equivalency certification will be required.
A United States (US) Equivalency certification is required for earned/awarded/conferred foreign terminal degrees, which is from a foreign Academic Institution for foreign studies. The US Equivalency certification is used to validate foreign studies from an academic credential evaluation agency and is evaluated on foreign studies and deemed to be equivalent to degrees from the United States. The certification must translate the information in English, and confirm that your highest terminal degree is US Equivalent to a US terminal degree (i.e., Bachelor’s, Master’s, Doctorate’s, Doctor’s of Philosophy). The certification can be emailed to facultyaffairs@csudh.edu or mailed directly to the Office of Faculty Affairs and Development, 1000 East Victoria Street, WH-368, Carson, CA 90747.
Closing Statement
California State University Dominguez Hills is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, or protected veteran status.
Individuals with disabilities requesting accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) may call the CSU Dominguez Hills Human Resources Office (310) 243-3771.
Clery Act crime statistics for CSUDH are available at Campus Security Report (Clery), or by calling University Police at (310) 243-3639.
Upon appointment, all candidates must furnish proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
The California State University is Smoke and Tobacco-Free. Smoking, Vaping and other Tobacco use are Not Permitted anywhere on University property. Education Code 42356, CCR Title 5, Article 9.
$30/teaching hour (includes prep time) for Cultural Assistant, $32/hour for Language Teacher, $40/hour for Instructional Lead
Job Summary/Basic Function
The mission of Concordia Language Villages is to inspire courageous global citizens through language and cultural immersion. Through a grant from STARTALK, Concordia Language Villages seeks Instructional Leads, Language Teachers & Cultural Assistants in Arabic, Chinese, Korean and Russian.
General Expectations of All Staff: A. Be familiar with and abide by Concordia Language Villages’ Personnel Policies. B. Promote the health, safety, and well-being of all staff members and participants. C. Develop and maintain collegial relationships among all staff, including support staff, for a productive working atmosphere at the Village that promotes the mission of the Language Villages. D. Speak the target language with participants and staff members as much as possible.
INSTRUCTIONALLEAD: -Develop and implement a linguistically and culturally appropriate learner-centered program, in consultation with the Program Director. -Hire, orient and supervise Language Teacher and Cultural Assistant. -Design and implement the educational curriculum, including assessment. -Teach in person and online. -Participate in staff orientation, student orientation & staff meetings. -Assist the Program Director in the writing of a final report for the program. -Other duties as assigned by Program Director.
LANGUAGETEACHER: -Under the direction of the Instructional Lead, plan, teach and assess language classes and activities, in person and online. -Assist the Instructional Lead in the development of curriculum & assessments. -Assist with other aspects of the program, including cultural presentations and activity periods. -Participate in staff orientation, student orientation & staff meetings. -Other duties as assigned by Program Director.
CULTURALASSISTANT: -Participate in all aspects of the program, including activity periods and classes. Teach or assist as directed. -Participate in staff orientation, student orientation & staff meetings. -Other duties as assigned by Program Director.
Minimum Qualifications
INSTRUCTIONALLEAD: -Bachelor’s degree (B.A., B.S.) or international equivalent -Previous experience with Concordia Language Villages or other experiential learning -Conversational and written proficiency in the target language -Skills in teaching the target language & culture -Work experience with middle-school & high-school students -Strong personnel and program management skills -Computer skills -Ability to communicate effectively with parents and schools
LANGUAGETEACHER: -Bachelor’s degree (B.A., B.S.) or international equivalent -Intermediate or higher proficiency in the target language, both conversational and written -Experience teaching the target language and culture -Work experience with middle-school & high-school students
CULTURALASSISTANT: -Completion of of at least one year in college/university/post-secondary school, at fully enrolled status -Completion of intermediate level or higher of language study (typically, second or third-year coursework at the university level) -Experience working with children and adolescents -Skills in the target culture(s)(e.g., music, arts, sports related to the target culture(s))
ESSENTIALFUNCTIONS Emotional resiliency and cognitive abilities to carry out job responsibilities, ability to establish and maintain appropriate professional relationships, interpersonal skills to interact effectively with individuals and groups respecting social and cultural diversity and to maintain appropriate boundaries.
All applicants affirm their commitment to the missions of Concordia College and Concordia Language Villages; and to diversity, equity and inclusion.
Preferred Qualifications
-Teaching licensure, highly preferred -Experience as a teacher in the United States school system, preferred -Previous experience with Concordia Language Villages or other experiential learning, preferred
Position Opening Date
10/20/2023
Position Closing Date
01/20/2024
Open Until Filled
No
Screening Begins
EEO
Concordia College will not discriminate against or harass any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, creed, sex, religion, national origin, age, veteran’s status, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, familial status, public assistance status, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or any other legally protected status.
Special Instructions to Applicants
As part of our application process, you must arrange for the submission of TWO references if you have not previously worked for Concordia Language Villages. If you have previously worked for Concordia Language Villages, references are not required.
You must provide the names and email addresses for at least two reference writers who know you in a professional capacity.
You MUST provide an e-mail address for each reference provider. The application system will automatically e-mail your reference providers. Your reference providers will be able to download the reference form and then upload the completed references directly. If you cannot provide an e-mail address for any of your reference providers or provide an incorrect e-address, contact vilstaff@cord.edu.
You will be able to track whether we have received the references. The process is quick, simple and confidential.
Log back in to this application system to ensure that your reference providers have submitted the reference forms.
To teach the Korean Language to Korean and expatriate children as required.
Responsible for all aspects of classroom management eg. Care of equipment with resources well-labelled and accessible and maintain a tidy, well organised room.
To create an interesting and lively classroom which promotes independent learning.
To assist in developing a Korean curriculum.
Translation, design of promotional advertising materials in Korean, if needed.
To assist in marketing and promotion of school to reach the Korean community by Parental liaison, phone enquiries, assist in the promotion of school by liaising with prospective parents
Answering email enquiries from Korean parents.
Requirements:
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Able to work well independently as well as within a team
Candidates with Korean Language teaching certificate will have an advantage
