Lecturer in Chinese at University of Michigan

The Department of Asian Languages and Cultures at the University of Michigan invites applications for three renewable one-year Lecturer
positions in Chinese language starting September 1, 2007. Applicants should have an MA in a relevant field, native or near-native
competence in oral/written Chinese and English, at least two years of experience in teaching Chinese as a second or foreign language at the
college/university level, knowledge of US educational system, and familiarity with language teaching methodologies as well as computer-
assisted language instruction. Expertise and experience in curriculum and program development are preferred. Responsibilities include 10-12
instructional hours a week at any assigned levels and active involvement in teamwork and program affairs. A complete dossier
includes a letter of application explaining your qualifications and teaching philosophy, a current CV, evidence of teaching excellence, a
teaching demo DVD, and three letters of recommendation. Samples of materials and/or project development are strongly recommended. Please
have all your application documents sent to ALC Chinese Search Committee, University of Michigan, Suite 6111, 202 S. Thayer Street,
Ann Arbor, MI 48104-1608. Review of applications will start on November 1 and continue until the positions are filled. Preliminary
interviews will be held at the ACTFL conference in San Antonio, TX on November 16 and 17. The University of Michigan is an Equal
Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Terms and conditions for these positions are subject to the provisions of a Collective
Bargaining Agreement between the University of Michigan and the Lecturers’ Employee Organization. Inquiries should be directed to
chinesesearch07@umich.edu.