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The School of International Letters and Cultures (SILC) at ARIZONA STATE UNIVERSITY invites applications for the position of Instructor in the area of Spanish Heritage Language (SHL) Pedagogy with appointment beginning August 16, 2023.
Essential Functions: The successful candidate will be expected to teach Spanish heritage lower-and-upper division courses, online, in-person, and/or hybrid, hold office hours, and work closely with the program director and coordinators of the SHL program (https://silc.asu.edu/spanish-heritage) to prepare course materials, assessment, syllabi, and assignments. Depending on areas of expertise, the candidate may teach upper-division/content courses. This is an in-person, full-time, benefits-eligible, non-tenure eligible appointment made on an academic year basis (Aug.16 – May 15). A typical full-time course load is four classes per academic semester. Subsequent annual renewal is possible contingent upon satisfactory performance, availability of resources, the needs of the university, and sufficient enrollment in assigned courses.
The College values cultural and intellectual diversity, and continually strives to foster a welcoming and inclusive environment. We are especially interested in applicants who can strengthen the diversity of the academic community.
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Minimum Qualifications:
M.A. in Spanish, or related field, by time of appointment.
Three years’ experience in higher education teaching Spanish heritage language courses.
Evidence of effective teaching on-line.
Evidence of native/near-native proficiency in both Spanish and English.
Demonstrated commitment to equity and inclusion among diverse student populations.
Desired Qualifications:
Ph.D. in Spanish, Spanish Linguistics, Applied Linguistics or related field by time of appointment.
Demonstrated experience with heritage program promotion and outreach to diverse communities.
Demonstrated evidence of research interests and expertise in heritage teaching methodologies.
Demonstrated proficiency in appropriate technologies in language instruction.
To guarantee full consideration, applicants must apply electronically to: http://apply.interfolio.com/122070 submitting a complete dossier that consists of the following:
Cover letter outlining teaching philosophy, and how the applicant's experiences fit the qualifications listed above.
Curriculum Vitae
Evidence of teaching effectiveness (quantitative and sample of qualitative data from teaching evaluations).
A statement addressing how your past and/or potential contributions to diversity and inclusion will advance ASU’s commitment to inclusive excellence.
Contact information for 3 references.
The applicant’s last name should appear in each uploaded file name. A cover letter can be addressed to Sara Beaudrie Search Committee Chair. The initial application deadline is April 21, 2023. If the position is not filled, applications will be reviewed every week thereafter until the search is closed.
Questions about the position should be directed to the search committee chair at: Sara.Beaudrie@asu.edu.
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M.A. in Spanish, or related field, by time of appointment.
Three years’ experience in higher education teaching Spanish heritage language courses.
Evidence of effective teaching on-line.
Evidence of native/near-native proficiency in both Spanish and English.
Demonstrated commitment to equity and inclusion among diverse student populations.
Arizona State University is in the top one percent of the world’s most prestigious universities according to 2018 rankings announced by Time Higher Education.
Arizona State University provides an innovative and dynamic environment for over 25,000 dedicated employees, each plays a vital role in the University's mission.
Arizona State University offers a comprehensive benefits package at competitive rates to enhance the total compensation of its faculty and staff. This package includes low-cost health and life benefits for you and your family, a wellness program for preventative health education and screenings, a disability and leaves program for income protection, employee assistance for free and confidential behavioral health services, reduced tuition for you and your dependents, disability resources for Americans with Disabilities and a retirement program designed to promote long-term savings and provide income upon retirement.
