LINGUIST List 22.3300 Fri Aug 19 2011 Jobs: Spanish; Applied Linguistics: Instructor, Michigan State U 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.     Bill VanPatten , Spanish; Applied Linguistics: Instructor, Michigan State University, MI, USA Message 1: Spanish; Applied Linguistics: Instructor, Michigan State University, MI, USA Date: 19-Aug-2011 From: Bill VanPatten <aliasbvpgmail.com> Subject: Spanish; Applied Linguistics: Instructor, Michigan State University, MI, USA E-mail this message to a friend University or Organization: Michigan State University Department: Romance and Classical Studies Job Location: Michigan, USA Web Address: http://rcs.msu.edu Job Rank: Instructor Specialty Areas: Applied Linguistics Required Language(s): Spanish (spa) Description: The Department of Romance and Classical Studies at Michigan State University is seeking up to 3 dynamic full-time instructors of Spanish for the language courses beginning August 16, 2012. Minimum Qualifications: M.A degree or equivalent; demonstrable knowledge of contemporary approaches to communicative language teaching; oral ability in Spanish at the Advanced- plus level on the ACTFL scale; willingness to work in an articulated program with other instructors and under the leadership of the Language Program Director. Preference given to candidates who are certified ACTFL testers, those with M.A. degree in Applied Linguistics (or related field), and prior demonstrated excellence as an instructor. The individual selected will teach three courses per semester and will be expected to participate in activities related to the language program. This is a fixed-term position and potential for annual renewal based on performance and availability of funding. Interested candidates must complete the online application, upload letter of interest, full curriculum vitae and teaching evaluations from at least four courses, if possible including student ratings and comments. Submit three current letters of recommendation addressing teaching interests and abilities to the application address below. Please note that ONLY three letters of recommendation should be sent to the application address. All other materials should be uploaded using the online application. MSU is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. MSU is committed to achieving excellence through cultural diversity. The university actively encourages applications and/or nominations of women, persons of color, veterans and persons with disabilities. Application Deadline: 17-Nov-2011 Mailing Address for Applications: Bill VanPatten, Director of Language Instruction, Professor of Spanish Michigan State University 256 Old Horticulture Building East Lansing, MI 48824 USA Web Address for Applications: http://jobs.msu.edu Contact Information: Bill VanPatten Email: aliasbvpgmail.com Phone: 517-884-6312 Read more issues|LINGUIST home page|Top of issue Page Updated: 19-Aug-2011       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.