LINGUIST List 21.3668 Fri Sep 17 2010 Jobs: Chinese Language Teaching: Instructor, University of Maryland Editor for this issue: Christy Bird <christylinguistlist.org> The LINGUIST List strongly encourages employers to engage in non-discriminatory hiring practices. We urge employers not to discriminate on the grounds of race, ethnicity, nationality, disability, age, religion, gender, or sexual orientation. However, we have no means of enforcing these standards. Job seekers should pay special attention to language in ads regarding employment requirements and are encouraged to consult our international employment page at http://linguistlist.org/jobs/jobnet.html. This page has been set up so that people can report on the employment standards of various countries. To post to LINGUIST, use our convenient web form at http://linguistlist.org/posttolinguist.cfm Directory         1.     Jiang, Chinese Language Teaching: Instructor, University of Maryland, MD, USA Message 1: Chinese Language Teaching: Instructor, University of Maryland, MD, USA Date: 16-Sep-2010 From: Jiang <njiangumd.edu> Subject: Chinese Language Teaching: Instructor, University of Maryland, MD, USA E-mail this message to a friend University or Organization: University of Maryland Department: Curriculum and Instruction Job Location: Maryland, USA Web Address: http://www.education.umd.edu/EDCI/CCLTCD/index.html Job Rank: Instructor Specialty Areas: Applied Linguistics Required Language(s): Chinese, Mandarin (cmn) Description: Chinese Language Expert Center for Chinese Language Teacher Certification and Development University of Maryland The Center for Chinese Language Teacher Certification and Development was established in August 2009 to set a national and international standard of excellence for Chinese language teacher preparation, certification, and further development. The most immediate purpose is to expand the teaching of Chinese throughout this geographic area by recruiting students into one of our four routes to Chinese language teacher certification. In addition, the Center is modifying existing courses in the Second Language Education and Culture unit to better prepare teachers in Chinese pedagogy. The Center actively promotes the study of Chinese language and culture throughout the University and wider community. We are looking for someone to provide expertise in developing a strong content Chinese language teaching program as well as teach courses and workshops. Experience with online course delivery is desired. The Chinese Language Expert position is a minimum of half time, with additional time possible for other responsibilities. If the candidate has the requisite skills and background, the position can include administrative leadership responsibilities, such as coordinating oversight of the goals of the center with the Co-director from the Confucius Institute of Maryland, developing policies and priorities for the Center, and developing and implementing recruitment strategies. Salary will be commensurate to the person's duties, skills, and experience. Essential Background - Knowledge of Teaching of Chinese/Foreign Language/Second Language - Knowledge of Chinese language field in the U.S., especially grades K-12 - Knowledge of Chinese language and culture Responsibilities as Chinese Language Expert - Oversee the development of foreign language teaching course modifications as needed - Teach Chinese pedagogy classes and/or prepare instructors in the course modifications as needed - Develop materials and professional development workshops - Lead workshops on the teaching of Chinese language and culture - Research best practices of Chinese teaching to integrate into courses - Represent the Center in professional associations and conferences For best consideration send a cover letter and curriculum vitae by October 28, 2010 to Howard Stein at the address or email address below. The University of Maryland is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer. Women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply. Application Deadline: 28-Oct-2010 Mailing Address for Applications: Howard Stein 0307 Benjamin Building University of Maryland College Park, MD 20742 USA Email Address for Applications: hstein1umd.edu Contact Information: Howard Stein Email: hstein1umd.edu Phone: 301-405-8475 Read more issues|LINGUIST home page|Top of issue Page Updated: 17-Sep-2010       About LINGUIST    |   Contact Us       While the LINGUIST List makes every effort to ensure the linguistic relevance of sites listed on its pages, it cannot vouch for their contents.