School: College of Arts and Sciences
Description:
Join a vibrant campus community whose excellence is reflected in its diversity and student success. West Chester University is seeking applicants for an Assistant Professor of Arabic. Highly competitive salary and benefits.
Requirements: Doctorate preferred in Arabic language/literature/culture, or a related field. Required expertise in teaching modern standard Arabic language and culture. The candidate will be expected to work in the area of online/distance education, in addition to traditional instruction. Preferred secondary area of expertise in linguistics, another language or a related discipline. The successful candidate should demonstrate a strong commitment to and evidence of excellence in Arabic language teaching and competence in the use of instructional technology. Native or near-native fluency in Arabic and English. Evidence of strong research potential, and familiarity with current trends in pedagogy, and experience in program development. Finalists must successfully complete on-site interview process and teaching demonstration. Position begins August 15, 2011.
Please send letter of application, C.V., teaching portfolio (statement of teaching philosophy, summary student evaluations, and sample original teaching materials), and three letters of recommendation to: Dr. Jerry Williams, Department of Languages and Cultures, Main Hall 109, West Chester University, West Chester, PA 19383. Initial screening of applicants will begin on November 15, 2010 and continue until the position is filled.
Developing and sustaining a diverse faculty and staff advances WCUs educational mission and strategic Plan for Excellence. West Chester University is an Affirmative Action Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and Minorities are encouraged to apply.
The filling of this position is contingent upon available funding.
All offers of employment are subject to and contingent upon satisfactory completion of all pre-employment criminal background and consumer reporting checks.
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