Lecturer in Linguistics

University of Chicago

Institution: University of Chicago, Department of Linguistics

Location: Likely virtual (online teaching possible)

Position Type: Part-time Lecturer

Salary: At least $8,883 per course (no benefits)

Application Portal: Interfolio link

Deadline: Rolling until filled

Position Overview

• Teach part-time Swahili language courses, possibly online.
• Emphasis on interactive, communicative teaching methods.
• Design and maintain course Canvas site.
• Grade assignments, prepare exams, hold office hours.
• Respond promptly to students, colleagues, and supervisors.

Qualifications

Required:

• Master’s degree or equivalent.
• Native speaker of Swahili or superior proficiency (ACTFL standards).
• Ability to teach Swahili curriculum.

Preferred:

• Advanced degree in second language pedagogy/acquisition.
• College-level Swahili teaching experience.

Application Materials

Required:

1. CV
2. Cover letter addressing professional/teaching experience and pedagogy
3. Names/contact info of three references

Optional:

• Course syllabi
• Course evaluations

Notes:

• Complete applications are necessary; additional materials may be requested after review.
• Position contingent on budget approval.

Contact: Catherine Baumann, ccbauman@uchicago.edu

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