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English Language Coordinator and Instructor | Johns Hopkins University - Military Veterans

at HERC- Mid Atlantic

General Description Founded in 1943 and a Johns Hopkins division since 1950, The Paul H. Nitze School of Advanced International Studies of the Johns Hopkins University (SAIS) has been educating global leaders for nearly eight decades. As a highly selective graduate institution with a distinguished faculty, SAIS consistently ranks as one of the top schools of international relations in the world. SAIS was founded to provide a practical approach to training students in international leadership and foreign relations, and to provide mid-career educational opportunities for those already working in related fields. To learn more about SAIS, visit http://sais.jhu.edu  We are seeking an English Language Coordinator and Instructor . The position will teach and oversee English language curriculum and instruction at the advanced level for the non-native graduate student population. English language courses have over 100 students per semester in levels ranging from Advanced-Mid through Superior (ACTFL scale). In addition, the individual in this position will administer placement tests for incoming non-native English-speaking students and language proficiency exams to ensure students have met their degree requirements for graduation. This position is directly responsible for the academic and administrative organization of English language training and support. The Language Studies Program (LSP) contributes to the school's mission of enabling its students to better understand the world and improve it through the instruction of language and culture in the context of international relations. The Washington, DC campus currently offers instruction in 10 languages including English. As part of the school's graduation requirements, MAIR students need to pass a language proficiency exam in one of the languages taught at SAIS--including English. The LSP is responsible for the language proficiency assessment of these students. To fulfill its mission, the LSP works in conjunction with the Office of Academic Affairs, Admissions and Student Affairs This is a 10-month position (August 15 through June 15) for an initial term of two years and can be renewed and/or extended. Candidates who begin prior to August 15, 2024 can receive additional compensation. Specific Duties & Responsibilities Teaching (40%) Teach two in-person sections of advanced-level courses of English in both fall and spring (equivalent to 10 weekly teaching hours in total), with a specific emphasis on the development of written and oral skills for academic purposes through content-based instruction in topics of International Relations. Hold office hours for each course. Curriculum and Assessment (20%) Develop the curriculum and instructional materials for English language training in topics relevant to the study of International Relations. Prepare syllabi in collaboration with part-time English instructors. Prepare, design, and administer the English diagnostic and proficiency exams. Organize and review instructional language content in the Learning Management Systems/Classrooms      Program Management (20%) Run the day-to-day operations of English language program. Serve as point of contact for all incoming, first year, and graduating students for English requirements. Provide English language academic advising to students. Oversee English language testing for newly admitted students to determine the need for additional English language training. Track student progress toward meeting the school's English language requirements. In conjunction with the Office of Academic Affairs and LSP, hire the English faculty and oversee the content of the summer Pre-Term program (teaching in this program is optional and for additional compensation). Language Faculty Supervision (10%) Supervise and guide the adjunct English language faculty. Recruit and recommend hiring, renewals and cancellations of English part-time and adjunct faculty to the Director of the Language Program. Deliver training support to the English language faculty, as needed. Writing Center Support (10%) In conjunction with the Office of Academic Affairs who manages the Writing Center, identify the writing needs of graduate level students for a support plan of action. Train, and orient the writing tutors as the subject matter expert. Identify writing resources and recommendations for workshops and programs for targeted student populations.   The referenced salary range is based on Johns Hopkins University's good faith belief at the time of posting.  The actual compensation offered to the selected candidate may vary and will be based on factors including, but not limited to, the experience and qualifications of the selected candidate - e.g., years in rank, training, field, discipline, other work experience, and other similar factors; geographic location; internal equity; external market conditions; and other factors as reasonably determined by the University. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications  Master's Degree required; Doctoral Degree preferred. At least four years of instructional experience in a higher education setting. Experience delivering blended and online language instruction. Higher education or relevant teaching and management experience. Application Instructions Applications will only be accepted through Interfolio. Please include: A cover letter, A full CV, A statement of contribution to diversity, equity and inclusion. Teaching evaluations if available Three reference contacts Questions about the position can be sent to the Office of Faculty Affairs at saisfacultyaffairs@jhu.edu .   Johns Hopkins University is committed to the active recruitment of a diverse faculty and student body. We are particularly motivated to seek candidates who enhance faculty diversity and foster the institution's goal of inclusive excellence. 

Washington D.C., DC

HERC- Mid Atlantic

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