Loyola University Chicago is seeking a Lecturer of French to teach all levels (beginning through advanced) of French and Francophone language, literatures, and cultures; teach courses in literature in translation; work with colleagues to coordinate language instruction between multiple sections of courses; advise students with regard to courses of study; prepare and grade assignments and exams; work with colleagues and supervisors (French section head; department chair) to develop curriculum for all levels of instruction, as above.
Qualifications
PhD in French and Francophone Studies or related field plus 3 years of related experience. Will accept any level of experience in the following skills: Teach French language courses ranging from foundational to advanced proficiency; Conduct classroom instruction and facilitate academic discussions on French and Francophone texts and cultural materials; Assess student performance and integrate authentic cultural resources into the language learning framework to foster advanced linguistic and cultural competency; Teach courses on French and Francophone literatures and cultures, including analysis of literary texts, and of Francophone cinema, specially focusing on North and Sub-Saharan African film; Apply interdisciplinary methodologies to examine the intersection of the Francophone world with global religious, political, and socio-cultural frameworks; Design and develop comprehensive course syllabi and instructional frameworks for French language and Francophone literatures courses, including grammar pedagogy, written composition methodologies, and critical textual analysis; Architect and administer rigorous assessment tools, including examinations and analytical projects, to evaluate student proficiency and academic progress in French and Francophone studies; Coordinate and synchronize pedagogical content and instructional methodologies in collaboration with faculty members, ensuring cohesive instructional delivery across multi-section course offerings; Lead collaborative initiatives with faculty members to align instructional practices with institutional academic standards. 10% remote work allowed. Earned Ph.D. in French and Francophone Studies or related field OR ABD (all but dissertation) in French and Francophone Studies or related field.
Minimum Education and/or Work Experience
PhD in French and Francophone Studies or related field plus 3 years of related experience. Will accept any level of experience in the following skills: Teach French language courses ranging from foundational to advanced proficiency; Conduct classroom instruction and facilitate academic discussions on French and Francophone texts and cultural materials; Assess student performance and integrate authentic cultural resources into the language learning framework to foster advanced linguistic and cultural competency; Teach courses on French and Francophone literatures and cultures, including analysis of literary texts, and of Francophone cinema, specially focusing on North and Sub-Saharan African film; Apply interdisciplinary methodologies to examine the intersection of the Francophone world with global religious, political, and socio-cultural frameworks; Design and develop comprehensive course syllabi and instructional frameworks for French language and Francophone literatures courses, including grammar pedagogy, written composition methodologies, and critical textual analysis; Architect and administer rigorous assessment tools, including examinations and analytical projects, to evaluate student proficiency and academic progress in French and Francophone studies; Coordinate and synchronize pedagogical content and instructional methodologies in collaboration with faculty members, ensuring cohesive instructional delivery across multi-section course offerings; Lead collaborative initiatives with faculty members to align instructional practices with institutional academic standards. 10% remote work allowed. Earned Ph.D. in French and Francophone Studies or related field OR ABD (all but dissertation) in French and Francophone Studies or related field.
Salary Range
$60,000-$70,000
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please send resume to David Posner (Dposner@luc.edu) and reference job 062987.
