Adjunct Instructor of Chinese

Posting Text, South Dakota


Employer: South Dakota State University
Industry: NSU-Arts & Sciences
Salary: Competitive
Job type: Full-Time

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Institution
Northern State University

Working Title
Adjunct Instructor of Chinese

Posting Number
T00236P

Department
NSU-Arts & Sciences

Physical Location of Position (City)

Posting Text

Northern State University seeks a qualified Adjunct Instructor to teach Chinese.

Qualifications:

Applicants must possess a master's degree or PhD in Chinese or a related field with a minimum of 18 graduate level credits in Chinese. Experience teaching Chinese is desired. Experience teaching online is essential. The successful candidate must communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, as well as demonstrate a commitment to undergraduate education and an ability to build an effective rapport with undergraduate students in an online learning environment.

Responsibilities:

Teach online introductory and advanced courses in Mandarin simplified. Position reports to the Chair of the Department of English, Communication, and Global Languages in the College of Arts and Sciences at Northern State University.

Posting Date
08/21/2024

Closing Date

Open Until Filled
Yes

First Consideration Date
09/04/2024

Advertised Salary
Depends on level of Education

Duration of the Term
Other

If Other, describe duration
Hired on a per semester basis

Appointment Percent
10

Proposed Rank
Instructor

Work Hours

Online

Appointment Type
Temporary

This position requires
No Requirement

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Department Description and Cultural Expectations

Setting: Northern State University is a premier regional institution characterized by outstanding instruction, extraordinary community relations, and excellent co-curricular opportunities. NSU is consistently ranked as one of the best public undergraduate institutions in the Midwest by U.S. News and World Report. NSU is organized into the College of Arts and Sciences, School of Fine Arts, and College of Professional Studies including the Millicent Atkins School of Education and the School of Business. NSU is fully accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, as well as multiple disciplinary accrediting bodies. NSU is located in Aberdeen, South Dakota, a vibrant community in northeastern SD. The city has a population of approximately 30,000 and is a cultural, retail, banking, agribusiness, and healthcare hub for the region. The University enjoys a positive and strong relationship with the city and region. With more than $100 million invested over the last decade, Northern State University is experiencing transformative positive momentum. Recent new buildings, renovations and projects under construction include significant updates to the Johnson Fine Arts Center and Barnett Athletics Center, three new residence halls, the new Jewett Regional Science Education Center, and a new regional Sports Complex with athletic and recreational fields.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Values: Northern State University is committed to building a welcoming culture of belonging and collegiality that respects diversity in knowledge, culture and world view. Northern seeks faculty who will engage with individuals of diverse backgrounds, beliefs and perspectives to increase awareness, understanding, respect and opportunity for all.

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Working Conditions

Cognitive Requirements

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Analyzing, Comprehend, Logic, Memory, Pace-average, Reading, Reasoning, Verbal Communication, Written Communication

Protective Clothing/Equipment

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Physical Requirements

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Repetitive Motion, Sitting for sustained periods of time, Use Both Hands, Use of Either Hand, Independently, Wrist Movement (twisting or rotating)

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Sensory Requirements

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Color Vision, Speaking, Vision (With and without corrective lenses)

Working Conditions & Exposures

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Working Environment

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Classroom Environment

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Supplemental Questions

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Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents
  • Cover Letter
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Reference List
  • Graduate Transcripts
  • Optional Documents

    Created: 2024-09-27
    Reference: T00236P
    Country: United States
    State: South Dakota
    City: Posting Text