"Department of World Languages and Literatures - Teaching Associate (TA) Pool"

Job Summary

The Department of World Languages and Literatures invites applications for the position of Teaching Associate (TA) for introductory Spanish courses.

Typical Activities

The TA will be responsible for teaching one introductory Spanish course, preparing weekly lessons, holding office hours, evaluating student work, proctoring examinations, maintaining/submitting student records (e.g. grades), evaluating student assignments, and performing other tasks as assigned. Qualified candidates must demonstrate a commitment to excellence in teaching and mentoring a diverse student population and to working effectively with faculty, staff and students across a wide range of disciplines.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Spanish (or related discipline)

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Spanish (or related discipline)
• Degree in hand by time of appointment (Bachelor's degree in Spanish or related discipline)
• Prior coursework/training in language teaching (SPAN 6615 or the equivalent)
• Currently enrolled as a graduate student at CSUSB
• Must maintain academic eligibility throughout employment period (3.0 GPA or higher)
• Must be able to work cooperatively with faculty, staff and other students

Preferred Qualifications

• Teaching experience

About the Department

The Department of World Languages and Literatures offers the M.A. degree in Spanish, B.A. degrees in Arabic, French and Spanish, and several certificate programs and minors (including Japanese). In addition, we offer courses in American Sign Language (ASL), Chinese, Korean, and California indigenous languages. More about the department.

How to Apply

Please submit:
1. Curriculum Vitae or Resume
2. Cover Letter that includes: a. A brief statement of your teaching interest/philosophy b. A brief description of prior teaching experience
3. A sample lesson plan for a beginning Spanish course.
4. Unofficial copies of all postsecondary degree transcripts (official transcripts will be required prior to appointment).
5. Reference List - names, telephone numbers, and email addresses of three (3) referees whom we may contact to obtain letters of recommendation.

Formal review of applications will be as needed.

Salary

Salary is commensurate with experience. (Actual Salary will be in accordance with percentage of time appointed)
Teaching Associate - Academic Year (2354) Range 1 $3,245 - $7,598 Per Month
Teaching Associate - Academic Year (2354) Range 2 $3,826 - $9,576 Per Month