The Department of Biology in the College of Arts and Sciences at American University invites applications for a part-time adjunct faculty position to teach in the Public Health Program in the 2012 fall semester.
The Public Health Program at American University seeks an adjunct to teach Introduction to Infectious Disease with laboratory for Fall 2012. This course is designed for undergraduate students interested in earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Public Health. Lecture sessions meet twice a week, and lab meets once a week, from August 27 – December 7 2012. The successful candidate must have strong teaching skills, and either an M.P.H or Ph.D. in an appropriate field. Applications will be reviewed immediately upon receipt until position is filled. To apply, submit (via fax, email, or hard copy) curriculum vitae and have three letters of reference sent directly from the referees to:
Dr. Lynne Arneson
Public Health Program
Hurst 101
American University
Washington, DC 20016-8007
biology@american.edu
fax: 202-885-2182
American University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer committed to a diverse faculty, staff, and student body. Women and minority candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
The Department of Computer Science in the College of Arts and Sciences at American University invites applications for a part-time adjunct faculty position to teach in the 2012 spring semester.
Applicants must have a Master’s Degree (or higher) in Computer Science or a related field, and should have demonstrated capacity for teaching. Applicants must have knowledge of parallel computer architecture, and must meet requirements to receive and maintain an adjunct teaching appointment at American University. The Parallel Computer Architecture course will have up to 24 students enrolled, and will meet on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:20 – 6:35 pm during the spring semester, which runs from January 17 – May 8, 2012.
Please submit a résumé and cover letter detailing applicant’s related experience to cs@american.edu. Review of application will begin on December 23, 2011. American University is an AA/EEO employer.
American University’s Department of Language and Foreign Studies in the College of Arts and Sciences invites applications for adjunct appointments to teach Italian or Spanish language, beginning Fall 2011.
Qualifications: MA required. Candidates should possess native or near-native fluency, language teaching experience at the university level, and evidence of teaching excellence.
Send CV and a letter of interest to: Dr. Gail Riley (griley@american.edu), Language and Foreign Studies, American University, 4400 Massachusetts Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20016-8045.
American University’s Department of Language and Foreign Studies in the College of Arts and Sciences invites applications for an adjunct appointment to teach Arabic language, beginning the week of January 17,2012.
Qualifications: MA required. Candidates should possess native or near-native fluency, language teaching experience at the university level, and evidence of teaching excellence.
Email CV and a letter of interest to: Dr. Gail Riley (griley@american.edu), Language and Foreign Studies, American University, 4400 Massachusetts Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20016-8045
American University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer committed to a diverse faculty, staff, and student body. Women and minority candidates are encouraged to apply.
American University’s Department of Language and Foreign Studies in the College of Arts and Sciences invites applications for adjunct appointments to teach Chinese beginning immediately.
Qualifications: MA required. Candidates should possess native or near-native fluency, language teaching experience at the university level, and evidence of teaching excellence.
Email CV and a letter of interest to: Dr. Gail Riley (griley@american.edu)
American University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer committed to a diverse faculty, staff, and student body. Women and minority candidates are encouraged to apply.
The Department of Literature invites applications for part time, temporary instructors for the Fall 2012 semester to teach LIT 160: The Culture of Higher Education in the U.S. This course facilitates new international students' participation in the American University community. Instructors will work in coordination with other departments and programs on campus including TESOL and International Student and Scholar Services.
Course goals include:
•Compare similarities and differences between US and other academic communities, including classroom styles, faculty/student relations, nonverbal communication, and educational philosophies
•Use a variety of academic resources, including syllabi, faculty, fellow students, and academic support services
•Develop discussion, writing, research, and presentation skills
•Understand US academic integrity
•Understand the cycle of culture shock and models of cultural adaptation
Responsibilities:
•Teach two class sessions per week as scheduled
•Hold weekly office hours
•Coordinate instruction and materials with other instructors
•Participate in program evaluation at the end of the semester
Required Qualifications:
•Master's degree in TESOL or related field
•2 years teaching ESL/EFL experience, particularly at advancedlevels
•Experience living and working in another culture where a language other than English must be used
Desired Qualifications:
•Training in a content-based approach to instruction
•Experience teaching international students to interact successfully in higher education settings in the U.S.
•Current active involvement in the field (TESOL, WATESOL)
Send letter, and current CV including references to Angela Dadak, International Student Coordinator, Department of Literature, American University, Washington, D.C. 20016-8047. Applications will be reviewed beginning May 29, 2012 and continue until the positions are filled. Email submissions preferred to adadak@american.edu. American University is an EEO/AA university committed to a diverse faculty, staff and student body. Women and minority candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
TESOL Program at American University is looking for an adjunct instructor to teach a three-credit Language Assessment course for K-12 cohort of the MAT: ESOL program in the fall 2011 semester, and possibly in subsequent semesters.
Qualifications: M.A. in TESOL, Applied Linguistics, Language Education or a related field is required, Ph.D. preferred; a record of successful ESL teaching in U.S. K-12 settings is required; experience in graduate level teaching, teacher-training, and familiarity with Washington, DC area schools and regulations are preferred.
To apply: E-mail a cover letter detailing how you meet the qualifications for the position, along with a CV and names and contact information of three references to Dr. Polina Vinogradova (vinograd@american.edu), TESOL Program Director, Language and Foreign Studies, American University, 4400 Massachusetts Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20016-8045. Please write “K-12 TESOL Adjunct Position” as your subject line. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
American University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer committed to a diverse faculty, staff, and student body. Women and minority candidates are encouraged to apply.
The International Gateway Program in the School of Professional and Extended Studies at American University invites applications for two part-time adjunct faculty positions to teach in the Fall 2012, subject to budgetary approval.
Responsibilities include teaching courses in academic English listening/speaking and academic English reading/writing to conditionally admitted undergraduate students enrolled in the AU International Gateway Program. Position Appointees will teach one or two 3-credit academic preparation English language courses in the International Gateway Program during the Fall 2012 semester. Appointment is for one semester with potential to be renewed. IGP faculty are expected to attend and be active in program orientation and other program functions; provide guidance to students; and have additional program-related responsibilities such as materials development, mentoring, and test administration. Position Appointees will work under the supervision of the IGP Program Director/Manager. Applicants must have Master’s in TESOL, Applied Linguistics or related field; at least three years of ESL teaching experience at a university level; experience teaching academic English language courses; near-native proficiency in English; strong interpersonal skills with evidence of a high level of cultural sensitivity. Experience in developing ESL curriculum, international experience and knowledge of another language preferred. Salary commensurate with professional experience and qualifications.
Submit a letter of application including a description of how your experience, qualifications, and professional interests have prepared you for this position, along with your curriculum vitae/resume, and the names and contact information for three professional references to Polina Vinogradova, TESOL Program Director, at vinograd@american.edu, or mail to Department of Language and Foreign Studies, American University, 4400 Massachusetts Ave., NW, Washington, DC 20016-8045. Application review will begin on May 15 and will continue until positions are filled. Appointments will be effective August 2012. American University is an AA/EEO University committed to a diverse faculty, staff, and student body. Minority and women candidates are encouraged to apply.
