Adjunct Teaching - Linguistics - ESL 301

Brigham Young University • Provo, UT

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This position involves teaching ESL 301: Advanced Academic English for International Students. This is an integrated skills course for non-native English speakers, primarily focused on academic listening, speaking, and the basic skills needed for success at an American university. The instructor will be required to focus on academic listening, speaking, and the basic skills needed for non-native English speakers to succeed at an American university. Brigham Young University is committed to hiring faculty members who enthusiastically embrace and energetically advance its unique mission. 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.

Requirements

• Master's Degree in TESOL or related field (completed by start date).
• Teaching experience required.
• Demonstrate knowledge of core linguistic concepts (sounds, structure, meaning).
• Demonstrate understanding of social, biological and psychological aspects of language.
• Demonstrate knowledge of the processes of academic writing, reading, and research for international students who have English as their second language.
• Must relocate and/or reside in Utah for the duration of employment.
• If a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, must hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend.
• Must abide by the university's Honor Code and Dress & Grooming Standards.
• Must 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

• Preference given to qualified candidates who are members in good standing of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Responsibilities

• Teach ESL 301: Advanced Academic English for International Students.
• Focus on academic listening, speaking, and the basic skills needed for non-native English speakers to succeed at an American university.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level