Adjunct Teaching - Center for Language Studies - SAMOAN (Evening School)

Brigham Young University • Provo, UT

2d • Onsite

About The Position

This position involves teaching undergraduate Samoan language courses at the Center for Language Studies. The role requires proficiency in the Samoan language to teach various levels of courses and strong English communication skills to effectively instruct English-speaking students. The adjunct instructor will also provide supplemental instruction, participate in professional development, develop course materials, grade exams, and manage course setup on the BYU Learning Suite platform. The position begins in the fall semester of 2026.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree (must be obtained by start date).
• Sufficient proficiency in the target language (Samoan) to teach foundation and upper-division courses.
• Sufficient proficiency in English to teach the target language effectively to English-speaking students.
• Ability to counsel and motivate students regarding language learning.
• Willingness to receive additional training and professional development in the field of language pedagogy.
• Working proficiency in computer-based software, including Microsoft Office and internet applications.
• Ability to learn and successfully use Learning Management Systems (LMS), such as BYU's Learning Suite.
• Must relocate and/or reside in Utah for the duration of employment.
• All new employees who are members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will be required to hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend.
• All employees are required to abide by the university's Honor Code and Dress & Grooming Standards.
• Successful candidates are expected to support and contribute to the academic and religious missions of the university within the context of the principles and doctrines of the affiliated church.

Nice To Haves

• Academic degree in the target language and/or linguistics.
• Successful experience teaching the target language to speakers of other languages.
• Adequate understanding of Second Language Education theory, and language-teaching pedagogy to develop curriculum materials and to plan lesson activities in languages where commercially published textbooks and instructional materials are seldom available.
• Knowledge of language-proficiency assessment criteria and the testing procedures needed to prepare and administer language tests and assign grades accurately and fairly.
• Preference is given to qualified candidates who are members in good standing of the affiliated church, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Responsibilities

• Teach one or more undergraduate Samoan language courses as assigned by the Center for Language Studies.
• Meet with students one-on-one or in small groups to provide supplemental instruction and guidance on course content.
• Participate in professional development training workshops and respond to recommendations for improvement.
• Write a course syllabus and set up course materials on the BYU Learning Suite platform.
• Grade all Samoan Challenge Exams completed during same semester taught.
• Respond promptly and professionally to communications and assignments from the Center for Language Studies.
• Attend in-service training in AUG/SEP 2026.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level