CURRENT OPEN POSITIONS
Updated:
August 15, 2008
The part-time positions advertised below are filled on an "as needed" basis.
Temporary, part-time positions available, ongoing:
Chinese, French, German, Italian, Spanish,
Foreign Language Education
- Chinese: The Department of Foreign Languages at Kennesaw State University seeks candidate(s) for appointment as part-time instructor(s) in Chinese language, beginning in August, 2008. Responsibilities include teaching up to three classes per semester. Required qualifications: enthusiasm/interest in teaching communicative, learner-centered, beginning Chinese language and culture courses; a Master's degree in Chinese or in a related field. Ph.D.s or ABDs in Chinese are welcome, and previous experience in teaching Chinese at the college level is preferred. Applications should be sent electronically to Dr. Liuxi Meng (lmeng@kennesaw.edu) and must include the following: 1. A brief letter of application; 2. Copies of all undergraduate and graduate transcripts (official copies sent directly to KSU from the degree granting institution will be required prior to hiring); 3. A current curriculum vitae; 4. Names and contact information of three (3) references who can speak to the candidate's teaching abilities, qualifications, and professional conduct.
- Foreign Language Eduction [FLED]: The Department of Foreign Languages at Kennesaw State University seeks candidate(s) for appointment as part-time instructor(s) in foreign language education on an ongoing basis. Responsibilities include supervising field experiences of teacher candidates, including student teaching, up to 8 candidates (4 per class section) per semester. Minimum requirements: a Master’s degree in FLED, linguistics or education with a foreign language concentration, and a strong background in teaching one of the languages offered in the Department. Equivalent academic credentials in combination with teaching/supervision experience considered. Candidates must meet SACS requirement of 18 graduate hours in the teaching field. Candidates must have at least advanced-mid proficiency in the second language and native or near native fluency in English. Highly desired: a record of successful teaching experience; experience supervising student teachers. Applications should be sent electronically to Dr. Kristin Hoyt (khoyt3@kennesaw.edu) and must include the following: 1. A brief letter of application; 2. Copies of all undergraduate and graduate transcripts (official copies sent directly to KSU from the degree granting institution will be required prior to hiring); 3. A current curriculum vitae; 4. Names and contact information of three (3) references who can speak to the candidate's teaching abilities, qualifications, and professional conduct. Compensation: $2,100 per course with M.A.; $2,400 per course with Ph.D.
- French: The Department of Foreign Languages at Kennesaw State University seeks candidate(s) for appointment as part-time instructor(s) in French language on an ongoing basis. Responsibilities include teaching up to two classes per semester. Required qualifications: enthusiasm/interest in teaching communicative, learner-centered, beginning French language and culture courses; a Master's degree in French or in a related field with a minimum of 18 graduate hours in French. Ph.D.s or ABDs in French or Francophone Studies are welcome, and previous experience in teaching French at the college level is preferred. Applications should be sent electronically to Dr. Luc Guglielmi (lguglie1@kennesaw.edu) and must include the following: 1. A brief letter of application; 2. Copies of all undergraduate and graduate transcripts (official copies sent directly to KSU from the degree granting institution will be required prior to hiring); 3. A current curriculum vitae; 4. Names and contact information of three (3) references who can speak to the candidate's teaching abilities, qualifications, and professional conduct. Compensation: $2,100 per course with M.A.; $2,400 per course with Ph.D.
- Italian: The Department of Foreign Languages at Kennesaw State University seeks candidate(s) for appointment as part-time instructor(s) in Italian language to begin June 1, 2007. Responsibilities include teaching up to two classes per semester. The first section we will have available is a beginning Italian course to be held during the Summer semester, T/TH 11:00AM-1:45PM. At least one additional beginning class will most likely be available in the Fall '08 semester. Required qualifications: enthusiasm/interest in teaching communicative, learner-centered, beginning Italian language and culture courses; a Master's degree in Italian or in a related field with a minimum of 18 graduate hours in Italian, or Italian Laurea in lettere or in a related field. Ph.D.s or ABDs in Italian/Italian Studies are welcome, and previous experience in teaching Italian at the college level is preferred. Applications should be sent electronically to Dr. Federica Santini (fsantini@kennesaw.edu) and must include the following: 1. A brief letter of application; 2. Copies of all undergraduate and graduate transcripts (official copies sent directly to KSU from the degree granting institution will be required prior to hiring); 3. A current curriculum vitae; 4. Names and contact information of three (3) references who can speak to the candidate's teaching abilities, qualifications, and professional conduct. Compensation: $2,100 per course with M.A.; $2,400 per course with Ph.D.
- German: The Department of Foreign Languages at Kennesaw State University seeks candidate(s) for appointment as part-time instructor(s) in German language on an ongoing basis. Responsibilities include teaching up to two classes per semester. Required qualifications: Master's degree or higher in German language, linguistics, or literature, native or near-native proficiency in German and English, and excellence in teaching. Please send an application letter, curriculum vitae, and three letters of recommendation immediately to: German Search, Department of Foreign Languages, Kennesaw State University, 1000 Chastain Rd., #1804, Kennesaw, GA 30144-5591. Tel: 770.499.6366, Fax: 770.499.3386. Electronic applications are preferred and will be accepted by email attachment sent to Dr. Sabine Smith (ssmith2@kennesaw.edu): 1. A brief letter of application; 2. Copies of all undergraduate and graduate transcripts (official copies sent directly to KSU from the degree granting institution will be required prior to hiring); 3. A current curriculum vitae; 4. Names and contact information of three (3) references who can speak to the candidate's teaching abilities, qualifications, and professional conduct. Compensation: $2,100 per course with M.A.; $2,400 per course with Ph.D.
- Spanish: The Department of Foreign Languages at Kennesaw State University seeks candidate(s) for appointment as part-time instructor(s) in Spanish language on an ongoing basis. Responsibilities include teaching up to two classes per semester. Required qualifications: enthusiasm/interest in teaching communicative, learner-centered, beginning Spanish language and culture courses; a Master's degree in Spanish or in a related field with a minimum of 18 graduate hours in Spanish. Ph.D.s or ABDs in Spanish or Hispanic Studies are welcome, and previous experience in teaching Spanish at the college level is preferred. Applications should be sent electronically to Dr. Neysa Figueroa (nfiguero@kennesaw.edu) and must include the following: 1. A brief letter of application; 2. Copies of all undergraduate and graduate transcripts (official copies sent directly to KSU from the degree granting institution will be required prior to hiring); 3. A current curriculum vitae; 4. Names and contact information of three (3) references who can speak to the candidate's teaching abilities, qualifications, and professional conduct. Compensation: $2,100 per course with M.A.; $2,400 per course with Ph.D.
Tenure & Promotion Guidelines for the Department of Foreign Languages
Department of Foreign Languages Governance Document
Kennesaw State University