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>Date: Mon, 5 Nov 2001 13:33:37 -0700
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>From: LeeAnn Stone <[log in to unmask]>
>Subject: Job openings

------------------ Colleagues,

        I am forwarding announcements for 5 job openings at Soka University, 
a brand new liberal arts school in Southern California.  They will be interviewing 
at ACTFL.

LeeAnn Stone


Professor of Spanish-
Specializing in Latin American literature & culture

Small private Liberal Arts University (see website: www.soka.edu) seeks individual to serve as Professor of Spanish language and culture.  Successful candidate should be broadly educated, participating in a collaborative and multi-disciplinary curriculum.  QUALIFICATIONS:  PhD in Spanish, ABD will be considered.  Area of specialization in Latin American literature and culture.  Prefer secondary specialization in Spanish applied linguistics or methodology.  Teaching assignment to include all levels of Spanish language and culture.  Candidates should be trained in task-based, proficiency-oriented teaching, and show a record of excellent teaching.  Experience in curriculum and materials development.  Ability to work well with diverse, multicultural populations.  Ability and willingness to incorporate learning technologies in the language curriculum.  Position is open to applicants from all ranks.  SUA employs the single academic title, "Professor."  Appointment is initially for three years, and may become permanent.  SUA is an equal opportunity employer.  Send letter of application, C.V., and three letters of recommendation no later than November 20, 2001 to: Dr. Alfred Balitzer, Dean of Faculty, Soka University of America, 1 University Drive, Aliso Viejo, CA  92656.  

Professor of Japanese

Small private Liberal Arts University (see website: www.soka.edu) seeks individual to serve as Professor of Japanese language and culture.  Successful candidate should be broadly educated, participating in a collaborative and multi-disciplinary curriculum.  QUALIFICATIONS:  PhD in Japanese, ABD or MA will be considered.  Area of specialization in Japanese literature and culture.  Prefer secondary specialization in applied linguistics or methodology.  Teaching assignment to include all levels of Japanese language and culture.  Candidates should be trained in task-based, proficiency-oriented teaching, and show a record of excellent teaching.  Experience in curriculum and materials development.  Ability to work well with diverse, multicultural populations.  Ability and willingness to incorporate learning technologies in the language curriculum.  Position is open to applicants from all ranks.  SUA employs the single academic title, "Professor."  Appointment is initially for three years, and may become permanent.  SUA is an equal opportunity employer.  Send letter of application, C.V., and three letters of recommendation no later than November 20, 2001 to: Dr. Alfred Balitzer, Dean of Faculty, Soka University of America, 1 University Drive, Aliso Viejo, CA  92656.  

Professor of Chinese

Small private Liberal Arts University (see website: www.soka.edu) seeks individual to serve as Professor of Chinese language and culture.  Successful candidate should be broadly educated, participating in a collaborative and multi-disciplinary curriculum.  QUALIFICATIONS:  PhD in Chinese, ABD will be considered.  Area of specialization in Chinese literature and culture.  Prefer secondary specialization in applied linguistics or methodology.  Teaching assignment to include all levels of Chinese language and culture.  Candidates should be trained in task-based, proficiency-oriented teaching, and show a record of excellent teaching.  Experience in curriculum and materials development.  Ability to work well with diverse, multicultural populations.  Ability and willingness to incorporate learning technologies in the language curriculum.  Position is open to applicants from all ranks.  SUA employs the single academic title, "Professor."  Appointment is initially for three years, and may become permanent.  SUA is an equal opportunity employer.  Send letter of application, C.V., and three letters of recommendation no later than November 20, 2001 to: Dr. Alfred Balitzer, Dean of Faculty, Soka University of America, 1 University Drive, Aliso Viejo, CA  92656.  

Professor of Spanish-
Specializing in peninsular literature and culture
Small private Liberal Arts University (see website:www.soka.edu) seeks individual to serve as Professor of Spanish language and culture.  Successful candidate should be broadly educated, participating in a collaborative and multi-disciplinary curriculum.  QUALIFICATIONS:  PhD in Spanish, ABD will be considered.  Area of specialization in peninsular literature and culture.  Prefer secondary specialization in Spanish applied linguistics or methodology.  Teaching assignment to include all levels of Spanish language and culture.  Candidates should be trained in task-based, proficiency-oriented teaching, and show a record of excellent teaching.  Experience in curriculum and materials development.  Ability to work well with diverse, multicultural populations.  Ability and willingness to incorporate learning technologies in the language curriculum.  Position is open to applicants from all ranks.  SUA employs the single academic title, "Professor."  Appointment is initially for three years, and may become permanent.  SUA is an equal opportunity employer.  Send letter of application, C.V., and three letters of recommendation no later than November 20, 2001 to: Dr. Alfred Balitzer, Dean of Faculty, Soka University of America, 1 University Drive, Aliso Viejo, CA  92656.  

Director, Foreign Language Program
Small private Liberal Arts University (see website:www.soka.edu) seeks outstanding individual to serve as Director of the Foreign Language Program.  Successful candidate should be broadly educated, participating in a collaborative and multi-disciplinary curriculum.  QUALIFICATIONS: Ph.D. in Applied Linguistics, Foreign Language Education, or Spanish, Chinese, or Japanese.  Prefer extensive knowledge in applied linguistics or methodology.   Administrative duties include coordinating the foreign language program and directing the multimedia language center.  Teaching assignment to include all levels of language and culture.    Candidates should be trained in task-based, proficiency-oriented teaching, and show a record of excellent teaching. Experience in curriculum and materials development and language program coordination required.    Ability to work well with diverse, multicultural populations.  Ability and willingness to incorporate learning technologies in the language curriculum.  Position is open to applicants from all ranks. SUA employs the single academic title, "Professor."  Appointment is initially for three years and may become permanent. SUA is an equal opportunity employer.  Send letter of application, C.V., and three letters of recommendation no later than November 20, 2001 to: Dr. Alfred Balitzer, Dean of Faculty, Soka University of America, 1 University Drive, Aliso Viejo, CA  92656.