LINGUIST List 22.4270 Fri Oct 28 2011 Jobs: Arabic; Applied Linguistics: Lecturer, Northern Arizona 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.     Joseph Collentine , Arabic; Applied Linguistics: Lecturer, Northern Arizona University, USA Message 1: Arabic; Applied Linguistics: Lecturer, Northern Arizona University, USA Date: 27-Oct-2011 From: Joseph Collentine <Modern.Languagesnau.edu> Subject: Arabic; Applied Linguistics: Lecturer, Northern Arizona University, USA E-mail this message to a friend University or Organization: Northern Arizona University Department: Modern Languages Job Location: Arizona, USA Web Address: http://hr.nau.edu/node/2796&job_req=558925 Job Rank: Lecturer Specialty Areas: Applied Linguistics Required Language(s): Arabic, Standard (arb) Description: Position: Modern Languages, Lecturer of Arabic Vacancy Number: 558925 Department: Modern Language Status: Full-Time, Regular Location: Flagstaff Special Information: This full-time, benefit eligible, non-tenure eligible position is renewable on a year-to-year basis contingent upon performance, departmental needs and university funding. This position will begin on August 20, 2012. Application Procedure: Application materials should include: a letter of application, curriculum vitae, three recent letters of recommendation, and a teaching portfolio (teaching philosophy, syllabi, teaching evaluations). Finalists for this position will be required to provide original transcripts of graduate coursework. Send all application materials electronically as Word or PDF e-mail attachments to the application email address below. Letters of recommendtion should also be sent electronically. If recommenders are unable to send electronically, they may mail to: Professor Joseph Collentine at the application address below. Job Description: - Teach lower-division Arabic language courses, with the possibility of some upper division courses - Advise language students on completing language requirements, minors, and study abroad - Promote and participate in the academic and cultural activities of the department, college and university Minimum Qualifications: - Master's degree in Arabic pedagogy, literature, linguistics or related field (e.g., TESOL, Applied Linguistics) - Experience teaching Arabic language courses at the post-secondary level - Advanced proficiency in both Arabic and English (written and spoken) Preferred Qualifications: - Demonstrated use of teaching methods and strategies fostering oral and written proficiency - Experience advising language students - Experience in and commitment to working with diverse faculty, students, and staff - Proficiency and knowledge of a third foreign language adequate to teach lower-division courses at the post-secondary level General Information: Northern Arizona University is a 25,000-student institution with its main campus in Flagstaff, a four-season community of about 65,000 at the base of the majestic San Francisco Peaks. NAU's emphasis on undergraduate education is enhanced by its graduate programs and research as well as distance learning. The university is committed to a diverse and civil working and learning environment. Northern Arizona University requires satisfactory results for the following: a criminal background investigation, an employment history verification and a degree verification (in some cases) prior to employment. You may also be required to complete a fingerprint background check. Additionally, NAU is required to participate in the federal E-Verify program that assists employers with verifying new employees' right to work in the United States. Salary: $36,000 - $40,000, depending on experience. This position will be open until filled or closed. Review of applications will begin on November 25, 2011. FLSA Exempt. Application Deadline: 25-Nov-2011 (Open until filled) Mailing Address for Applications: Professor Joseph Collentine, Chair Department of Modern Languages Northern Arizona University P.O. Box 6004 Flagstaff, AZ 86011-6004 USA Email Address for Applications: Modern.Languagesnau.edu Contact Information: Joseph Collentine Email: Modern.Languagesnau.edu Read more issues|LINGUIST home page|Top of issue Page Updated: 28-Oct-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.