Cornell College Lecturer Position at Beihua University in Jilin, China

Job Summary

Cornell College invites applications for an instructor to teach the English Training Ability (Second Year English) course at Beihua University in Jilin, China. The position supports a partnership between Cornell College and the Communication Engineering department of Beihua University.

About the Role

This course is part of a total of 15 courses taught by Cornell College faculty and other instructors on the Beihua University campus. Courses are taught in English with a translator present to aid in communication. The position is expected to last four weeks, typically between September and December, with flexible scheduling options.

Responsibilities

• Teach an intensive four-week segment of the English Training Ability (Second Year English) course to Communication Engineering students at Beihua University.
• Teach four sections of the course concurrently, with each section meeting for 45 minutes every weekday.
• Teach in English with the assistance of a translator in the classroom.
• Support a partnership between Cornell College and Beihua University's Communication Engineering department.

Requirements

• Commitment to excellence in undergraduate teaching.
• Experience with teaching English as a Second Language preferred.
• Candidates with ABD status or significant professional experience in related fields will also be considered seriously.
• Excellent spoken English proficiency required.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or equivalent professional experience in a related field.
• Ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment.
• Experience teaching in a foreign country or similar setting.

Benefits

The position offers the opportunity to teach in China and collaborate with international partners. It provides a unique cultural experience and exposure to diverse educational settings.

Pay

The pay for this position is competitive and commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Instructors will teach for 80 hours during a four-week period.

Contact Information

To ask questions about the position, please contact Dr. Danielle Grimes at dgrimes@cornellcollege.edu.

Application Instructions

All qualified and interested applicants must submit a cover letter addressing their relevant teaching and professional experience, a curriculum vitae, and undergraduate and graduate transcripts (unofficial copies are acceptable; official transcripts are needed prior to employment) through Cornell's online application system.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Cornell College is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from underrepresented groups.