Ast Inst/Inst/Ast Prof - Fixed Term -ELC
Not Disclosed•TemporaryOn-site
location_onAT&T East Lansing Central office, 337, Abbot Road, Downtown East Lansing, East Lansing, Ingham County, Michigan, 48823, United States
About the Team
The College of Arts & Letters at Michigan State University is committed to an academic culture that actively seeks out and strengthens diverse voices and perspectives. We believe that true excellence is achieved through open access and proactive inclusion, fostering an environment where intellectual leadership thrives across all our programs.
Michigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for more than 160 years. As one of the top research universities in the world, MSU provides life-changing opportunities to a diverse and inclusive academic community through over 200 programs of study in 17 degree-granting colleges.
About the Role
This position serves as a Fixed Term Instructor or Assistant Professor within the English Language Center (ELC). The role is integral to the university's mission of serving a global community, focusing on teaching within the Intensive English Program (IEP), the English for Academic Purposes (EAP) program, and special contract programs.
Instructors will engage in organizational meetings and skills coordination sessions, while also proctoring the Michigan State University English Language Test (MSUELT). The position is designed to recur every Summer Semester, offering a dynamic environment for educators dedicated to supporting international students and constituents similar to those served by the ELC. Instructors will be evaluated by Skills Coordinators and/or Teaching Coordinators to ensure high standards of pedagogical excellence.
Hiring Process
Review of applications begins on June 17, 2024, and will continue until the positions are filled. Applications must be submitted electronically to the Michigan State University Human Resources website (careers.msu.edu) under posting number 957206.
Required application materials include:
- A cover letter
- A current curriculum vitae
- A 1-page summary of your philosophy of diversity, equity, and inclusion as it pertains to intellectual leadership in teaching, curriculum development, research, service, outreach, advising, and/or administration. This statement should explain related past or planned activities and how you will advance MSU's goals of inclusive excellence.
- The names and email addresses of three potential referees.
For more information, please contact Patricia Walters, Chair of the Search Committee, at walter31@msu.edu. Persons with disabilities have the right to request and receive reasonable accommodation.
Equal Opportunity
The College of Arts & Letters and Michigan State University are equal opportunity/affirmative action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, or protected veteran status. We are particularly interested in candidates of all backgrounds who are committed to the principle that intellectual leadership is achieved through open access and proactive inclusion.
Work location
Work model: On-site
AT&T East Lansing Central office, 337, Abbot Road, Downtown East Lansing, East Lansing, Ingham County, Michigan, 48823, United States
East Lansing, Michigan
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleTeach in the Intensive English Program (IEP)
- check_circleInstruct students in the English for Academic Purposes (EAP) program
- check_circleProctor the Michigan State University English Language Test (MSUELT)
- check_circleAttend organizational meetings and skills coordination meetings
- check_circleCollaborate with Skills Coordinators and Teaching Coordinators
- check_circleParticipate in curriculum development and diversity initiatives
Requirements
- verifiedMaster's Degree for Instructor rank
- verifiedBachelor's degree for Assistant Instructor rank
- verifiedDoctorate for Assistant Professor rank
- verifiedMasters degree in TESOL or closely related field preferred
- verifiedExtensive ESL teaching experience for BA holders
- verifiedExcellent English communicative skills
- verifiedExperience working with international students
Nice to Have
Master's degree in TESOL or closely related field. Experience teaching outside of the U.S. Experience with ESL in Higher Education, credit and non-credit.
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Tesol, Esl.
Education: Masters degree in TESOL or closely related field preferred; Bachelor's degree required for Assistant Instructor rank; Doctorate required for Assistant Professor rank.
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Day-to-day, the Ast Inst/Inst/Ast Prof - Fixed Term -ELC at NFTfi will teach in the intensive english program (iep); instruct students in the english for academic purposes (eap) program; proctor the michigan state university english language test (msuelt); and attend organizational meetings and skills coordination meetings.
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To qualify for the Ast Inst/Inst/Ast Prof - Fixed Term -ELC at NFTfi position, applicants should have: Master's Degree for Instructor rank; Bachelor's degree for Assistant Instructor rank; Doctorate for Assistant Professor rank; Masters degree in TESOL or closely related field preferred; Extensive ESL teaching experience for BA holders; and Excellent English communicative skills.
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