Lecturer - Applied English Center

Teach assigned courses according to the published schedule of classes

• A typical KU semester is 16 weeks + final exams; a typical term at ZJNU is 8 weeks + final assessment

Develop syllabi, course materials, and curricula in alignment with program outcomes and accreditation criteria

Assess student work and provide feedback in a timely manner

Communicate with students and colleagues in a courteous and timely manner

Keep accurate records and post grades and attendance in Canvas

Maintain regular office hours and attend AEC meetings and professional development sessions

Assist with administrative duties (e.g., proficiency testing, placement, advising, registration) which may occur outside the semester (e.g., orientation week) and other duties as assigned

Adhere to all unit and University policies

Req ID(Ex: 10567BR)

33396BR

Disclaimer

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Conditions of Employment

Contract End Date

Contact Information to Applicants

Applied English Center
aecdirector@ku.edu

Position Number

00003120

Required Qualifications

1. Master’s degree in TESL/TEFL/TESOL, Applied Linguistics or related field and 3 years of experience teaching English as an additional language to multilingual learners of English OR Bachelor’s degree in TESL/TEFL/TESOL, Applied Linguistics or related field and 5 years of experience teaching English as an additional language to multilingual learners of English
2. Excellent proficiency in English per Kansas Board of Regents’ Spoken English Language Competency policy
3. Ability and willingness to travel outside the U.S. to teach at least one term each academic year for a minimum of 8 consecutive weeks

Employee Class

F-Faculty

Advertised Salary Range

52,500

FTE

1.0

Preferred Qualifications

1. 3 years of experience teaching academic English to multilingual learners in a college or university setting
2. Demonstrated excellence in teaching as evidenced through administrator observations and student evaluations
3. One year of experience teaching English as a foreign language
4. Proficiency with Canvas LMS

Position Overview

Lecturers at the University of Kansas (KU) are untenured, non-tenure-track members of the faculty with limited term appointments, whose primary role is instructional. The AEC Lecturer is responsible for teaching courses in the Applied English Center on the Lawrence campus and for the Joint Institute at Zhejiang Normal University (ZJNU) in Jinhua, China, or other location in the fall and spring semesters. Summer employment may be available based on enrollment and unit needs. This is a benefits eligible appointment. Continuing appointment is contingent on funding and successful performance reviews. Candidates must have valid work authorization at the time of hire.

This position is subject to a collective bargaining agreement between The University of Kansas and United Academics, that UAKU is the exclusive representative for the bargaining unit, and that it is their right to be a member or not be a member of a union without fear of personal or professional repercussions.

Reg/Temp

Regular

Application Review Begins

17-Aug-2026

Anticipated Start Date

28-Sep-2026

Additional Candidate Instruction

A complete application will include a cover letter, curriculum vitae and a list of 3 professional references. Review of applications has been extended to August 17th and will continue until open positions are filled.