ESL Instructor in Japan for University of North Texas

Industry: ESL Instructor

Company: University of North Texas System

Title: ESL Instructor in Japan for University of North Texas

Employee Classification: ESL Instructor

Campus: University of North Texas

Division: UNT-Provost

SubDivision-Department: UNT-International Affairs

Department: UNT-International Affairs-Gen-110300

Job Location: Remote

Salary: UNT Salary, KGU Monthly Stipend, and your own campus-based, rent-free apartment (no pets allowed).

FTE: 1.00

Retirement Eligibility: ORP Eligible

About Us – Values Overview:

Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.

We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an inclusive environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team.

Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at www.UNTSystem.edu .

Department Summary

Founded in 1977, the Intensive English Language Institute (IELI) has helped thousands of students achieve English mastery for degree study at UNT and other universities both in the U.S. and overseas. IELI has also provided extensive English Training programs internationally in China, Japan, Thailand, and Türkiye. Since 2014, IELI has run an intensive English program for our long-term partner institution, Kansai Gaidai University (KGU), in Hirakata, Osaka, Japan.

UNT has a highly diverse campus with a wide range of languages spoken in addition to English. We welcome candidates who have experience with HSI/MSIs and/or who speak Spanish, Vietnamese, American Sign Language, Chinese (Cantonese, Mandarin and other variations), Arabic, Tagalog, Farsi, French, or/and Yoruba.

Position Overview

The KGU-UNT Super IES Program (KGU-UNT Program) is under the supervision of the Intensive English Language Institute (IELI) at the University of North Texas (UNT) in Denton, Texas, U.S.A. The KGU-UNT Program is located at Kansai Gaidai University (KGU) in Hirakata, Osaka, Japan. ESL Instructors will participate in teaching, administrative assignments, planning, grading, office hours, and other required activities as part of the KGU-UNT Program. For academic assignments and duties, the ESL Instructor position is under the supervision of the UNT Japan Program Director. For non-academic matters, the rules of KGU may apply, as agreed upon by the UNT Vice Provost of International Affairs and appropriate officials at KGU.

Please note that the “Job Location: Remote” refers only to this position being located outside of Texas (in Japan) and not a teach-online-from-home job. This Instructor position will require relocation to Japan.

The ESL Instructor position is a full-time, nine-month appointment that requires a minimum workweek of forty (40) hours per week to include, but not limited to the following duties:
a. Teaching assigned classes according to IELI established curriculum, policies, procedures, and schedule of fifteen to eighteen contact hours weekly classes in the College of International Professional Development (CIPD) program
b. Lesson preparation, coordination with other ESL instructors, and grading for assigned classes
c. Office hours of at least three hours weekly
d. Curriculum work such as course development, syllabus-writing, materials development, file development, book evaluation and selection, test development, attendance at curriculum meetings, and other appropriate curriculum activities
e. Ad hoc committee work.
f. Attendance at all regularly scheduled and special IELI meetings, training sessions, course conferences at the end of the semester, and any required pre-term assignments and meetings
g. Participation in a variety of KGU activities
h. Administrative work such as assistance with IELI entrance, placement, and exit testing, class assignment activities, record keeping, mid-term and final marking and grade report production, student absence reporting, and other required paperwork
i. Participation in appropriate training and activities for continued professional growth and development
j. Participation in KGU study abroad screening activities and mini lessons/information sessions about the Program for high school students and during KGU Open Campus events
k. Adaption to current KGU teaching requirements whether in-classroom, remote online, and/or as a hybrid model
l. Timely completion of required UNT and/or International Affairs training modules

Minimum Qualifications
• Master’s degree in TESOL or closely related field
• Minimum of 2 years of experience teaching English for Academic Purposes at a university-based IEP
• Fluency and mastery of English
• Experience teaching all language skills
• Successful experience using technology in both remote teaching and in-classroom environments
• Successful experience adapting classroom content to better serve students’ needs
• Willingness and ability to relocate to Japan including an active U.S. passport
• Proven ability to adjust to different cultures and work environments

Preferred Qualifications
• Overseas work/living experience
• Some knowledge and appreciation for Japanese culture and language

Required License/Registration/Certifications

Work Schedule:

Based on assignment

Driving University Vehicle:

No

Security Sensitive:

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions:

Benefits:

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EEO Statement:

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit — and takes actions to prevent — discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence) and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, facilities and employment practices. The University of North Texas System immediately investigates complaints of discrimination and takes remedial action when appropriate. The University of North Texas System also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist or participate in an investigative proceeding or hearing.