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The Well-Trained Mind Academy is seeking part-time Mandarin Chinese instructors to teach live, online sections of Chinese for the 2023-2024 school year.

Classes are geared toward high school students.

Our world language instructors use a combination of Comprehensible Input and explicit grammatical instruction, fitting with the goals of a classical education. Applicants should be well versed in second language acquisition theory and the ACTFL world-readiness standards for language learning. The successful candidate will be comfortable instructing and evaluating students with a goal of developing proficiency in the target language.

Position Description

Part-time instructors teach 1-6 sections of 12-15 students each. Class sessions are live and meet for three contact hours/week. World Language classes are capped at 15 students. Qualified and interested instructors will be considered for additional courses in their fields of expertise.

Online teaching experience required; experience working with students taking their first online course is a plus. Must be comfortable working with a small focused team, taking academic direction, and cooperating with other World Language instructors.

This position is part-time; instructors are hired on a course-by-course basis. Instructors should have a bachelor’s degree in the humanities. The ideal candidate has experience working with high-school aged students. A bachelor’s in Chinese or a related field required; a master’s or doctoral degree is a plus. Native speakers with language teaching experience will also be considered.

The position advertised is a US-based position and living in one of the 50 states of the US is an essential qualification for employment. Any questions regarding eligibility based on location should be submitted before proceeding with the application.

Position requires reliable high-speed internet and the ability to comfortably work using a screen for several hours in a row. All classes are offered during regular business hours in the Eastern Time Zone.

Compensation

Compensation is $5,300 per section for the academic year. Tutors are compensated $45/hour. Instructors qualify for tuition remission for their own students (a one-to-one match for every section they teach) and retirement after two years employment.

To Apply

Please submit a cover letter that addresses previous teaching experience and a CV or résumé. Email all materials to careers@welltrainedmind.com. Please submit applications by February 15, 2023. Applications will be considered until the position is filled.

Position Details: Randolph-Macon College invites applications for a full-time, one-year (potentially renewable for up to three years) position of Visiting Instructor / Visiting Assistant Professor of Chinese Studies, in the Department of Asian Studies, to begin September 1, 2023.

Institution Information: Randolph-Macon College, founded in 1830, is a selective, primarily residential liberal arts college with an enrollment of 1500 students located in the northern suburbs of Richmond, Virginia. It is 90 miles south of Washington, DC and 15 miles north of Richmond. The College seeks employees committed to advancing inclusion and equity and to cultivating a community that welcomes all people, regardless of race, gender, disability, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, or gender expression.

The Asian Studies Department is a vibrant part of Randolph-Macon’s humanities curriculum. We offer Chinese and Japanese instruction, an Asian Studies major and minor, a Japanese Studies minor, and multiple interdisciplinary and travel opportunities. All our full-time faculty teach foreign language courses and English-language content courses in multiple fields, including ancient and modern literature, film, ancient and modern history, folklore, visual culture, contemporary society, and theater, among other topics.

Major/Essential Functions: Randolph-Macon College faculty teach, advise, conduct research and engage in scholarship, and serve the college and department. Primary teaching responsibilities include courses in Elementary and Intermediate Chinese, English-language content courses in the candidate’s areas of expertise, and contribution to the general education curriculum. The teaching load is seven courses per year (3-1-3, including J-term).

Minimum Qualifications:
• ABD in Chinese language or related field, such as East Asian Languages and Cultures;
• Demonstrated effectiveness as a teaching assistant in undergraduate Chinese language courses and/or
English-language content courses in Chinese or East Asian Studies;
• Experience collaborating with people from diverse backgrounds and evidence of a commitment to equity,
diversity, and inclusion.

Preferred Qualifications:
• Ph.D. in Chinese language or related field, such as East Asian Languages and Cultures, by time of
appointment;
• demonstrated effectiveness as an instructor of record in undergraduate Chinese language courses and/or
English-language content courses in Chinese or East Asian Studies;
• Evidence of scholarship in the candidate’s specialty.

Application Procedures: To apply, please send the following as a single pdf document to Sabrina Granderson, Administrative Services Coordinator, at sabrinagranderson@rmc.edu no later than March 15, 2023, with Visiting Assistant Professor of Chinese as the subject line.

The document must include the following:

• Letter of application that addresses the position qualifications
• Curriculum vitae
• A brief (one page) statement of teaching philosophy
• A brief (one page) statement of research interests
• A brief (one page) statement describing past, present, and future (planned) contributions to equity, diversity,
and inclusion
• Transcripts (scanned copies acceptable); and
• The names and contact information for three professional references (at least one must be able to address
teaching experience and teaching effectiveness; please indicate the teaching reference in your letter of
application). Please do not ask references to submit letters of recommendation; the committee will conduct
reference checks by phone.

For full consideration, applications must be received by March 15, 2023. At this time, please only submit the required documents listed above; at a later date, finalists may be asked to submit a writing sample and/or teaching materials.

Incomplete applications will not be considered by the search committee.

Randolph-Macon College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, disability, or veteran status in its education or employment programs or activities.

The Department of World Languages & Cultures at the University of Utah invites applications for a full-time, renewable Assistant Professor (Lecturer) position in Chinese beginning July 1, 2023. The teaching load is three courses per semester. The successful candidate will be prepared to teach Chinese language courses at all levels and content courses related to culture, media, and/or translation as well as to participate actively in curricular and program affairs. Preference will be given to candidates that have a Ph.D. in hand by the start date in Chinese pedagogy, linguistics, Chinese studies, or a related field. Demonstrated experience in teaching Chinese as a foreign language at the college level in North America and native or near-native fluency in Chinese and English are required. Adaptability with instructional technologies, experience practicing modern foreign language teaching methodologies, and demonstration of active participation in the professional field are highly desirable.

A diverse scholarly community stimulates innovation and educational excellence. The College of Humanities and the Department of World Languages & Cultures work to maintain a respectful, inclusive, and supportive environment where everyone can flourish. We are actively working to increase our diversity and to promote belonging and community for all. We value constructive input and welcome feedback from our community.

Complete applications include a letter of application, curriculum vitae, statement of diversity, three letters of recommendation, and evidence of teaching effectiveness. Priority will be given to applications submitted on or before 03/07/2023 but materials will be reviewed until the position is filled.

Located in metropolitan Salt Lake City in the foothills of the Wasatch Mountains, the University of Utah is the state’s flagship R1 research institution and a member of the Association of American Universities. The university emphasizes exceptional scholarship, quality teaching, and professional service. It serves over 34,000 students from across the U.S. and the world, with over 72 major subjects at the undergraduate level and more than 90 major fields of study at the graduate level, including law and medicine. Known for its proximity to seven world-class ski resorts within 40 minutes of campus, the University of Utah encourages an active, holistic lifestyle, innovation, and collaborative thinking to engage students, faculty, and business leaders. Salt Lake City is a vibrant, major metropolitan area with a diverse, multicultural population and numerous cultural and outdoor activities.

Please submit applications at: https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/143913

HudsonWay Immersion School (HWIS) is a progressive pre-K through Grade 8 (current enrollment around 140-150 per school) Mandarin and Spanish Immersion School founded 15 years ago in the NJ/NY area. The school’s mission is to prepare students with the knowledge, skills and character to become global contributors and citizens of the world. Our values are excellence, respect, teamwork, integrity, communication, innovation, transparency, customer service, and accountability. HWIS has a strong academic reputation. Students perform well above average and are accepted at top tier independent schools. (www.hwis.org)

HWIS is seeking an experienced Director/ Principal to join the Stirling, NJ school and a Director/ Principal to join the NY school. The Director/ Principal is a hands-on and committed leader who is a strong collaborative builder of people, possesses pedagogical high standards, and is passionate about the benefits of immersion education. The Director/ Principal will oversee students from preschool through Grade 8 and work with the Principal of other site, as well as school founders. The school has a strong reputation and is poised for growth with committed leadership.

The successful candidate will possess many of the following Knowledge, experience and skills:

– Masters degree in educational leadership, curriculum/instruction, or related field

– Knowledge of organizational management and experience applying this in a school setting

– Immersion practices knowledge/experience

– Extensive knowledge of pedagogical best practices and curriculum development including authentic assessment, and use of technology

– Ability to develop teachers by recommending/organizing professional development, modeling, offering feedback, resources, etc.

– Bi-lingual (or trilingual) in one of the school target languages

– At least 2-3 years of Experience leading in private schools:Pre-K-8th grade

– Medium/large schoolElementary/middle department/division

– Ability to sustain a positive, ambitious school culture among staff and students

– Understanding of social-emotional development and SEL/classroom management programs for Pre-K-8th grade.

– Understanding of NY/NJ regulations

– Analysis of private school standardized assessment and application for growth

– Professional community relationships

– Experience with the parent communities in NYC/NJ

– Ability to partner with HR, Accounting, Admissions, Facilities, etc. in upholding and enforcing School policies and procedures

– Excellent communication skills– clear, direct communication with tact and professionalism

– Experience developing new programs such as middle school, after school, and clubs

– Appropriate financial skills: budgeting, prioritizing resources

– Able to articulate the school’s vision and mission

– Excellent community-outreach and relationship building skills

Responsibilities:

– Strategic Planning, Vision-setting, Leadership

– Inspires a culture of mission-driven excellence

– Helps formulate performance management and culture of accountability

– Supports in developing the school’s long-term strategic plan and initiatives such as accreditation, SEVP etc.

– Reports to owners to maximize effectiveness of organization

– Builds relationships to promote the school

– Actively contributes to enrollment and ex-missions efforts

Staff and Program Development:

– Ensures proper teacher coverage during school operating hours

– Ensures that each child is progressing to his/her potential

– Ensures that school’s curriculum and programs are evolving to meet student needs

– Coordinates and oversees staff development and training that is aligned the school’s curriculum

– Supports staff to collaborate and build on existing school curriculum, pedagogy, and development

– Oversees school data reporting systems and performs data analysis to inform instructional practice and communicate with parents

– Effectively develops and retains staff

– Develops leadership capacity and ability in the organization

– Works with high schools to develop feeder programs in support of ex-missions

– Works with licensing regulatory bodies as needed

Parents/Community:

– Builds strong and positive parent community

– Supports staff with parent relationships

– Works with the parent association

– Leads school events such as Chinese New Year, Back to school night with current and prospective parents

– Participates in evaluation of prospective students and parents

– Presents at open houses, forums, and outreach to prospective and current families

Financial:

– Contributes in the development of the school’s annual budget

– Collaborates with operations manager in approving purchases

Policies and Procedures:

– Provides regular updates to founders/investor on:

– Implementation of policies and procedures

– Curriculum development and achievement

Please email the cover letter and resume with “Principal” in the subject line to rgupta@hwis.org by February 15, 2023. The pay range for the position is $100,000.00 – $125,000.00 per year along with benefits including Paid time off, Health Insurance, Vision insurance, Dental insurance, Employee assistance program, 401(k), Flexible spending account, Life insurance.

HWIS is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace. We actively encourage all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sexual orientation to apply.

Duke Kunshan University (DKU) invites applications for a faculty position (Assistant Professor, Senior Lecturer, or Lecturer) teaching and coaching Chinese in the Language and Culture Center (LCC).

The Language and Culture Center is responsible for offering language courses for undergraduate and graduate DKU programs, including courses in English for academic purposes, Chinese as a second language, written and oral communication, and additional languages. The LCC supports intercultural communication among students and faculty at DKU, helping facilitate the achievement of key institution-wide goals that include the development of students who can communicate lucidly and navigate successfully diverse cultures and languages. The position begins July 1, 2023.

Qualifications (Assistant Professor – tenure track)
Required:
• Terminal degree/Ph.D. in relevant field (e.g. Chinese language, East Asian Studies).
• Chinese language teaching experience at the university level.
• Solid record of scholarship.
• Strong command of English.
Preferred
• Able to teach elective courses related to Chinese language (e.g. Classical Chinese, history of Chinese, languages of China, Chinese in East Asia, Chinese linguistics).
• Knowledge of Classical Chinese and/or other varieties of Chinese (e.g. Cantonese, Shanghainese, Suzhounese).
• Knowledge of additional languages, especially East Asian languages (e.g. Japanese, Korean, Vietnamese).
• Background in intercultural communication.

Qualifications (Lecturer or Senior Lecturer – non-tenure track)
Required:
• Graduate degree in relevant field (e.g. Chinese language, East Asian Studies).
• Chinese language teaching experience at the university level.
• Strong command of English.
Preferred
• Knowledge of Classical Chinese and/or other varieties of Chinese (e.g. Cantonese, Shanghainese, Suzhounese).
• Knowledge of additional languages, especially East Asian languages (e.g. Japanese, Korean, Vietnamese).
• Background in intercultural communication.

Applicants should provide a cover letter, a curriculum vitae, and a teaching/research statement, and should arrange to have three letters of reference submitted. All materials should be submitted through Academic Jobs Online: https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/23937. Questions about the position may be sent to lcc-search@dukekunshan.edu.cn using “Faculty Position in Chinese Language” as the subject line. Priority will be given to applications received by January 1, 2023; applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

DKU is a collaborative partnership of Duke University, Wuhan University and the Municipality of Kunshan, China (https://dukekunshan.edu.cn/). Our campus provides an innovative and robustly interdisciplinary undergraduate liberal arts experience to a student body that will number 2000 students and 150+ faculty, with an acceptance rate of <8% and a student body represented by over 60 countries. We also offer a number of Master’s level graduate programs. The DKU pedagogical model draws on the best of Duke’s educational experience and resources to reimagine undergraduate instruction in an intimate campus setting.

The DKU campus is 37 miles west of Shanghai in Kunshan, and is connected to Shanghai via an 18-minute high-speed train and a subway-light rail train system. DKU provides internationally competitive compensation, housing allowance, child education benefits (for applicable faculty positions), and a discretionary fund or start-up package.

Job Description:
The Department of Modern Languages seeks applicants for a one-year full-time Instructor of Chinese position to begin in August, 2023. This position will be located on WKU’s main campus in Bowling Green, KY. The position is a full-time instructorship, teaching up to 15 hours per semester of all levels of Chinese language and culture courses following the program’s curriculum and guidelines, including services related to instruction and program-building. This position is currently being filled as a temporary position with an end date; however, it has the potential to become a regular ongoing appointment.

Requirements:
Minimum of a Master’s degree in Chinese, Language Teaching or Second Language Acquisition or a related field
Experience with proficiency-oriented instruction aligned with ACTFL standards
Commitment to student-centered instruction with effective use of technology
Evidence of excellent teaching ability for both regular and intensive Chinese programs
Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills
Effective use of technology in instruction
Native or near native abilities in Mandarin Chinese and English
Experience with serving a diverse student population
Interest in or experience in student engagement and advisement

Additional Information:
Kentucky state law requires all public institutions of postsecondary education to conduct pre-employment criminal background checks to determine suitability for employment.

Western Kentucky University (WKU) is committed to a policy and practice of providing equal employment and educational opportunities to all individuals. In accordance with Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Revised 1992, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, no form of discrimination or harassment will be tolerated at WKU on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, creed, religion, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, marital status, age, uniformed services, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, or physical or mental disability in admission to career and technical education programs and/or activities, or employment practices.

Persons with disabilities, who need reasonable accommodations to participate in the application and/or selection process, should notify the office of Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action/University ADA Services (EEO). To request an accommodation, report/express a complaint, or ask questions regarding WKU”s Discrimination and Harassment Policy (#0.2040), please contact Mr. Joshua Hayes, EEO Director/Title IX Investigator/University ADA Coordinator, via email at joshua.hayes@wku.edu or by phone at (270) 745-5121.

The University is also required to investigate complaints of sex and gender-based harassment, also a form of discrimination, and has designated the Title IX Coordinator as the individual responsible for coordinating the investigation and response to such complaints. The Title IX Coordinator for the University is Ms. Ena Demir, who can be contacted via email at ena.demir@wku.edu or by phone at (270) 745-6867. Additional information regarding Title IX is accessible via WKU’s https://www.wku.edu/titleix/ website.

Information concerning educational programs offered by WKU are provided at: http://www.wku.edu/atwku/academics.php

Application Instructions:
The application can be found on the electronic management system: https://wku.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp;jsessionid=DB2011B8292D041C1EEE80B5E0F82708?JOBID=156052

The following items must be submitted through the electronic talent management system by January 11, 2023, although applications may be considered until the position is filled.

Letter of Intent
Curriculum Vita
Unofficial Transcripts
Statement of Teaching Philosophy
Names and contact information of three reference providers will be collected during the application process. Reference letters will be requested by the Search Committee through an online process at a later date.

You will receive email confirmation once you have successfully completed the application process.

The Department of Asian Studies at the University of Texas at Austin invites applications for an Assistant Professor of Instruction in Chinese language, beginning September 1, 2023. This full-time, non-tenure-track position carries the possibility of annual renewal, contingent upon job performance, the continued needs of the department, and the availability of program funding. The successful candidate will teach two or three Chinese language courses (12 contact hours per week in the classroom) each semester. Located at the flagship campus of the University of Texas System, our department offers a congenial and exciting context for teaching and research in the languages and cultures of East Asia. In addition to working closely with students in our department, the successful candidate will also have the opportunity to participate fully in the rich intellectual life of the University of Texas at Austin.

The minimum requirements are an MA in Teaching Chinese as a Second Language, foreign language acquisition, pedagogy, linguistics, or a related field; professional proficiency in Mandarin Chinese and English; willingness to participate in team teaching and program affairs. Preference will be given to candidates with teaching experience at the post‐secondary level in North America and with demonstrated ability to teach a variety of levels. We are especially interested in candidates who will contribute to diversity, equity, and inclusion in higher education through their teaching, research, and service.

Interested candidates are invited to upload via Interfolio: 1) a cover letter describing their qualifications and teaching experience, 2) a detailed curriculum vitae, 3) syllabi of courses taught, including the daily (or weekly) course plans, grading criteria/policy, and the textbooks used, 4) three letters of recommendation, and 5) a sample teaching video (teaching the Chinese language to non-Chinese heritage adult students is preferred) and the lesson plan shown in the video.

The deadline for applications is January 16, 2023. Please direct questions about the search to Prof. Yi-Chun Lin (yichunlin@austin.utexas.edu) with the words “Chinese language search” in the subject line. Salary will depend upon qualifications.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

POSTING DATE: 11/6/2022
CLOSING DATE: Open until filled (priority consideration to applications prior to January 10, 2023)
HIRING SALARY: Commensurate with education and experience
POSITION TYPE: EHRA Faculty, 10-month, 1.0 FTE
EXPECTED START DATE: July 1, 2023

The North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics (NCSSM) invites applications for a full-time Instructor of Chinese at its new campus in Morganton, North Carolina. The position is a 10-month, permanent-track appointment with full benefits through the State of North Carolina.

NCSSM and its Academic Programs division foster an environment of collaboration across departments and divisions and support community-engaged service and research. NCSSM is proud of the diversity of its student body, and we seek to attract an equally diverse applicant pool for this position. NCSSM is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, and we are strongly committed to increasing faculty and staff diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. If you are an individual with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process, please contact us at hr@ncssm.edu.

Description of Duties:

Founded in 1980, the North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics is a state-supported residential and online high school for students who have demonstrated exceptional talent or interest in science, mathematics, engineering, and technology. Since the school’s inception, the humanities and fine arts have been an integral part of an NCSSM education and have played a key role in helping the institution fulfill its mission to cultivate a new generation of informed, empathetic, engaged, and ethical citizens and leaders. Languages currently offered at NCSSM-Morganton are Arabic, French, and Spanish. To expand and enhance our curricular offerings, we are currently seeking an Instructor of Chinese.

The position is a full-time, ten-month appointment in the Department of Humanities at the NCSSM-Morganton campus, with full benefits through the state of North Carolina. The position reports to the Chair of Humanities, NCSSM-Morganton, and is responsible for providing instruction in Chinese.

The expected teaching assignment is three course sections per semester. Successful candidates will be able to teach a range of courses in Mandarin Chinese, from introductory through advanced levels of the language, using the communicative approach, and will be able to develop multi-level, proficiency-based curricula that provide entry points for students of various proficiencies, including heritage speakers. We look favorably upon a diversity of experience, interests, and background preparation, given that our humanities course offerings include not only World Languages but also American Studies (the core humanities experience for all NCSSM juniors) and a wide range of senior-level cultural studies courses, including African Studies, Asian Studies, Latin American Studies, Western European Cultural Studies, Modern World Fiction, Digital Humanities, Critical Race Theory, Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies, Southern Studies, and Literature and Philosophy of the Twentieth Century. Offerings in our Fine Arts program include studio and performance courses in the visual arts, music, and drama. Our program also includes student- and faculty-led seminars and independent studies.

Humanities faculty are responsible for developing and teaching innovative and engaging humanities curricula, with a focus on interdisciplinary studies, in NCSSM’s residential and highly interactive online programs. Faculty should plan on playing an enthusiastic role with colleagues across all campuses of the school in ongoing conversations and collaborations about ideas, goals, pedagogical methods, and authentic assessments in NCSSM’s teaching and learning environment.

Other Responsibilities Include:

Develop and communicate to students clear course objectives and goals;
Plan and develop an instructional program that helps students assimilate specific course content and skills;
Hold office hours and tutorial sessions as outlined by the Department of Humanities;
Regularly monitor and evaluate students’ progress, providing them with resources and feedback on their performance;
Structure and manage an environment conducive to learning;
Model for students responsibility to self and others;
Follow the school’s philosophy, policies, and procedures;
Participate in departmental, faculty, and staff meetings;
Serve on departmental, faculty, and school-wide standing committees;
Write recommendations for as many as 15 students each year, as requested;
Serve as a January-Term sponsor;
Participate in professional development and personal intellectual growth activities;
Participate in one or more of the following activities:
– Provide professional service and engagement in the field;
– Assist students with special projects, independent and individual study, and seminar-based studies;
– Participate in the NCSSM admissions process by recruiting, selecting, and advising prospective students;
– Participate in NCSSM alumni activities;
– Provide assistance for school-sponsored programs and extracurricular activities.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Applicants should demonstrate a deep understanding of the language and its cultural and historical contexts, a passion for teaching and learning, and a love of ideas, combined with a commitment to serving as mentor and guide for students — both in the classroom and in extracurricular activities. Applicants should be able and willing to use appropriate educational technology to engage students in learning, in both face-to-face and remote settings. Applicants should be dedicated to continual growth, both as teachers and learners. Since all NCSSM faculty and staff are expected to support the intellectual, cultural, emotional, and social growth of students — responsibilities that transcend a traditional high school or college teaching schedule — applicants should bring to the work a keen commitment to participating actively in the multi-dimensional life of the NCSSM community.

Minimum Education and Experience:

A Master’s degree in Chinese or a Master’s degree in Teaching Chinese as a Foreign Language, or an advanced degree in another relevant field, with a proven track record as an effective and inspiring instructor of Chinese in a proficiency-based, communicative-focused language program.

Desired:

Familiarity with the ACTFL World-Readiness Statements for Learning Languages, Can-Do Statements, and OPI Proficiency Guidelines. Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues to identify students’ needs and develop engaging, practical, and informative courses. Experience and expertise in effective uses of instructional technology. Excellent organizational and collaboration skills. Experience and expertise in working with advanced high school or undergraduate students in the novice, intermediate, and advanced levels of the language and in individualizing instruction to accommodate the range of students’ proficiencies at each level. Interest and ability to develop and teach high-interest topics-based courses that are taught in the target language and grounded in authentic materials.

The ideal candidate will be eager to participate fully in the wide variety of academic and cultural endeavors our school values, offers, and promotes. An exciting feature of NCSSM’s academic calendar is “January-Term,” consisting of two two-week sessions when faculty members lead intensive learning experiences both on and off campus. The ideal candidate will have the interest and ability to develop and lead these sessions on specialized topics that will appeal to NCSSM students. We also offer opportunities for students to travel domestically and abroad during this period; as such, experience in leading student travel groups and/or the willingness to do so is a definite plus.

About NCSSM:

North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics (NCSSM) is a world-class public high school with statewide reach empowering academically talented students from diverse backgrounds from every corner of the state to design their own future. We offer residential high school programs in Durham and Morganton for juniors and seniors or virtual high school courses and programs that students can take alongside their local curriculum, all tuition-free. Our wide array of summer offerings for rising 5th- through 12th-graders includes free opportunities for in-state students alongside paid options for students from anywhere in the world. NCSSM Extended Learning partners with communities and regions to advance student learning and outcomes.

Specializing in science, technology, engineering, and math, and embracing the fine arts and humanities, NCSSM has become the model for 18 such specialized schools around the globe since its founding in 1980 and is a full constituent of the University of North Carolina System. NCSSM’s Ignite + Transform comprehensive campaign seeks to raise $50 million in private support for our mission.

The new NCSSM-Morganton campus opened in 2022 for summer programs and its first fall academic term and focuses on the fields of data science and artificial intelligence, preparing the leaders of tomorrow to navigate a future driven by data and machine learning, with emphasis on the humanistic implications and ethical use of these tools.

Nearly two-thirds of NCSSM graduates earn a bachelor’s degree in a STEM field—more than three times the national average, including 58 percent of our underrepresented minority graduates, which is nearly four times the national average. Nearly three-quarters have earned or are seeking a graduate degree. A 2020 economic impact study found that 54 percent of our alumni continue to live and work in North Carolina, catalyzing nearly $1.3 billion in annual economic activity. NCSSM embraces equity, diversity, and inclusion, and seeks to recruit employees who share these values.

For more information, please visit ncssm.edu.

How to Apply:

Submit electronic application via: http://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/northcarolina/. Please create an account, search for the Instructor of Chinese position vacancy, and submit the online application.

Please complete your application in full. All required Competencies, Work History, and Credentials must appear on the application in the Education and Work Experience sections of the application to receive consideration during the selection process. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing the State Application form in its entirety. “See Attached Resume or an Embedded Text Resume” will be considered incomplete and will not be processed. Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Please attach a cover letter, CV, and statement of teaching philosophy to the online application before submitting.

Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, along with the state application. Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach a NGB 23A (RPAS) if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing. If applicants are a former member of the NC National Guard who served for at least six years and was discharged under honorable conditions, they must attach either a DD256 or NGB 22 along with their state application.

Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require a motor vehicle check. If the highest degree is from an institution outside of the U.S., final candidates are required to have their degree equivalency verified at www.wes.org or equivalent service. NCSSM participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

Please refrain from submitting multiple applications. However, if multiple applications are submitted to a posting, only the most recent application received prior to the posting close date will be accepted. There is a 24-hour waiting period before an applicant can re-apply to a position.

If you have questions, please contact Eric Hunsley, Assistant HR Director, at eric.hunsley@ncssm.edu

NCSSM is an EEO/eVerify/VEVRAA Employer