Lecturer Pool -Thai Language -Dept. of South and Southeast Asian Studies

The department of South and Southeast Asian Studies at the University of California, Berkeley, invites application of a pool of qualified temporary non-tenure track lecturer positions to teach courses in introductory, intermediate and advanced Thai.

Responsibilities include (but are not limited to): developing and delivering course content (syllabus, assignments, etc), teaching written and oral Thai communication and expression, holding office hours, assigning grades, preparing course materials, maintaining a course website, compiling teaching materials and interacting with students.

MA degree (or equivalent international degree) or enrolled in a MA degree (or equivalent international degree) program.

A minimum one year experience teaching Thai.

MA degree (or equivalent international degree) in teaching Thai as a foreign language, linguistics, second language acquisition, literature or related field. Knowledge of Thai history, society, culture and/or literature. Experience with computer-assisted language learning and language instructional software, and online instruction. Native or near-native fluency in Thai; English fluency; strong communication skills. Demonstrated effectiveness and experience in teaching Thai as a second language and to heritage learners at introductory, intermediate levels and advanced levels, preferably in a college or university setting

• 2-4 required (contact information only)

UC Berkeley is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. The excellence of the institution requires an environment in which the diverse community of faculty, students, and staff are welcome and included. Successful candidates will demonstrate knowledge and skill related to ensuring equity and inclusion in the activities of their academic position (e.g., teaching, research, and service, as applicable).

The University of California, Berkeley is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status.

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