Instructor of Japanese

Industry: Foreign Language

Company: Weber State University

Posting Details

WSU’s Commitment to Equal Opportunity

Weber State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment welcoming to all individuals. We strive to create a culture where everyone feels valued and appreciated. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected categories, such as disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, religion, national origin, veterans status, or others, as required by law and university policy (see Weber State University’s Policy and Procedure Manual 3-32).

Position Information

Position Title
Instructor of Japanese

Requisition Number
F00445P

Job Description

The Department of World Languages & Cultures at Weber State University invites applications for a full-time non-tenure track Instructor of Japanese, with the possibility of annual renewal, subject to program needs, availability of funds, and satisfactory performance of duties. This is a standard nine-month faculty appointment.

Job Duties

Duties:

This instructor will teach at least 12-credit hours per semester of Japanese language courses at all levels, with the possibility of additional teaching appointments in summer for additional pay. The instructor is also expected to assist in curriculum development in the Japanese language program, as well as in recruitment and retention efforts. Duties also involve working in close collaboration with other instructors teaching Japanese classes. Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others (90%);

Engage in service to the department, college, and university as expected of all faculty members (10%);

Such other related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Requirements:

(Education) Master’s degree in Japanese Linguistics or related field. Degree must be conferred by the first day of appointment.

(Experience) At least 2 years of teaching experience at the college level.

(Other Skills/Requirements) Native or near-native proficiency in both Japanese and English.

Preferred Qualifications

A successful candidate will be willing to

Background Check?
Yes

Benefits Summary

WSU offers a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, long-term disability, life insurance, retirement, a wellness program with release time and paid incentives, tuition benefits, free tickets to athletic and performing arts events, and paid holidays.

Full/Part Time
Full Time

Posting Detail Information

Open Date
11/12/2024

Close Date
12/15/2024

Open Until Filled
No

Notes to Applicant

To apply, complete the online application. Required Documents to Apply: Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae, List of three Professional References (name, title, email), Statement of Teaching Philosophy, Unofficial/Official Transcript(s). Applications must be received by December 15, 2024. Criminal background check required as a condition of employment.

ADA Essential Job Function

ADA Essential Job Function

Physical Activity of this position
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.

Physical Requirements of this position
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.

Visual Acuity Requirements including color, depth perception and field of vision.
Required to perform activities such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; using a computer terminal; extensive reading.

The conditions the worker will be subject to in this position.
None. The worker is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions (such as in typical office or administrative work).

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Documents Needed To Apply
Required Documents

Cover Letter

Transcripts

Philosophy Statement

Curriculum Vitae

List of References with Contact Info

Optional Documents