University of Dayton
Job Description and Announcement
Full-time Director of Language Learning Center with the rank of
Lecturer with expertise in the use of technology in foreign language
instruction and in modern foreign language pedagogy sought to 1) plan
and oversee transition to the digital delivery of foreign language
multimedia materials and design new applications for the use of
technology in foreign language education; 2) direct and manage
currently existing analog Language Learning Center and help plan for
the future use of this facility; 3) assist foreign language faculty
in the adaptation of technology to proficiency/ competency approaches
for foreign language instruction and develop templates to provide
faculty with the ability to use the technology more rapidly; 4)
maintain and expand departmental web page. The successful candidate
will teach two courses each semester in his/her language of
expertise. Appointment renewable annually. Salary competitive for a
10.5 month appointment. Position begins August 1, 2006. This
position does not lead to tenure and is renewable annually.
The ideal finalist fulfills the following requirements: 1) M.A.
degree with a focus on the use of technology in foreign language
instruction or in foreign language pedagogy with substantial work in
the other area or demonstrated evidence of equivalent training
including an M.A. degree in a language of specialization; 2)
successful experience teaching a language taught in the department to
American undergraduates (French, Italian, or
Spanish); 3) experience in designing and implementing innovative
delivery of multimedia materials; 4) experience in maintaining an
analog lab and in overseeing a modest budget and managing student
workers; 5) minimal ACTFL Advanced High proficiency in all skills in
English and the foreign language of expertise.
Please send letter of application with a current curriculum vitae, a
list of references, and transcripts for all academic work to Dr.
Arthur D. Mosher, Chair, Department of Languages, University of
Dayton, Dayton, OH 45469-1539. Electronic submissions are encouraged
to
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Applicants are advised that a teaching video will be required from
those candidates selected for telephone interviews. The review of
applications begins on April 20, but the position remains open and
applications will be accepted until it is filled.
The University of Dayton, a comprehensive Catholic University founded
by the Society of Mary in 1850, is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative
Action employer. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and
veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. The University of Dayton
is firmly committed to the principle of diversity.
Nina Garrett, Director
Center for Language Study
Yale University
P.O. Box 208349
New Haven, Connecticut 06520-8349
Tel: (203) 432-8196
Fax. (203) 432-4485
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http://www.cls.yale.edu
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