Department of World Languages and Literatures - Teaching Associate TA Pool

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JOB SUMMARY

The Department of World Languages and Literatures invites applications for the position of Teaching Associate (TA) for introductory Spanish courses.

TYPICAL ACTIVITIES

The TA will be responsible for teaching one introductory Spanish course preparing weekly lessons holding office hours evaluating student work proctoring examinations maintaining/submitting student records (e.g. grades) evaluating student assignments and performing other tasks as assigned.
Qualified candidates must demonstrate a commitment to excellence in teaching and mentoring a diverse student population and to working effectively with faculty staff and students across a wide range of disciplines.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelors degree in Spanish (or related discipline)

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelors degree in Spanish (or related discipline)
• Degree in hand by time of appointment (Bachelors degree in Spanish or related discipline)
• Prior coursework/training in language teaching (SPAN 6615 or the equivalent)
• Currently enrolled as a graduate student at CSUSB
• Must maintain academic eligibility throughout employment period 3.0 GPA or higher)
• Must be able to work cooperatively with faculty staff and other students

PREFERREDQUALIFICATIONS

• Teaching experience

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

The person holding this position is considered a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

Following a conditional offer of employment a background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate may start work with CSUSB. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may result in the withdrawal of the offer of employment. Note: CSUSB cannot deny an applicant a position solely or in part due to a criminal conviction history until it has performed an individualized assessment and linked the relevant conviction history with specific job duties in the position being sought.

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ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT

The Department of World Languages and Literatures offers the M.A. degree in Spanish B.A. degrees in Arabic French and Spanish and several certificate programs and minors (including Japanese). In addition we offer courses in American Sign Language (ASL) Chinese Korean and California indigenous languages. The university has established an exchange program with Seijo University in Tokyo. Students can also participate in CSU International Programs in China Japan South Korea and many other countries. The department sponsors a variety of cultural events (Japan Expo Anime Expo Cosplay Runway Event Korean Festival etc. and student clubs (American X Japanese Cross Cultural Club Korean Culture Club etc..

For more information regarding the position please contact:

Recruitment Chair:

Dr. George A. Thomas

To find out more about the Department of World Languages and Literatures:

TO APPLY

Please submit

1. 1. Curriculum Vitae or Resume
   2. Cover Letter that includes:

   a. A brief statement of your teaching interest/philosophy
   b. A brief description of prior teaching experience

   1. A sample lesson plan for a beginning Spanish course.
   2. Unofficial copies of all postsecondary degree transcripts (official transcripts will be required prior to appointment).
   3. Reference List names telephone numbers and email addresses of three 3 referees whom we may contact to obtain letters of recommendation. Confidential letters of recommendation will be solicited from those listed as references on the application if the applicant is moved forward in the recruitment process.

Formal review of applications will be as needed.

If you are interested in this opportunity we invite you to apply by using this CSU Recruit Hyperlink at:

is commensurate with experience.

(Actual Salary will be in accordance with percentage of time appointed)

Teaching Associate Academic Year 2354 Range 1 $3245 $7598 Per Month

Teaching Associate Academic Year 2354 Range 2 $3826 $9576 Per Month

Teaching Associate 12 Month 2353 Range 1 $3662 $8723 Per Month

Teaching Associate 12 Month 2353 Range 2 $4374 $11019 Per Month

Teaching Associate Summer Term 2324 Range 1 $3245 $13170 Per Month

Teaching Associate Summer Term 2324 Range 2 $3826 $16606 Per Month

Substitute Teaching Associate 2453 $21.13 $95.81 Per Hour

Teaching Associate Extended ED For Credit 2309 Range 1 $3245 $13170 Per Month

Teaching Associate Extended ED For Credit 2309 Range 2 $3826 $16606 Per Month

CSU Salary Schedule: background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with the CSU. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.

The person holding this position is considered a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

California State University San Bernardino is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race religion color national origin ancestry age sex gender gender identity gender expression sexual orientation genetic information medical condition disability marital status or protected veteran status. This position adheres to CSU policies against Sex Discrimination Sexual Harassment and Sexual Violence including Domestic Violence Dating Violence and Stalking. This requires completion of Sexual Violence Prevention Training within 6 months of assuming employment and on a twoyear basis thereafter. (Executive Order 1096

This position may be Designated under California State Universitys Conflict of Interest Code. This would require the filing of a Statement of Economic Interest on an annual basis and the completion of training within 6 months of assuming office and every 2 years thereafter. Visit the Human Resources Conflict of Interest webpage link for additional information:
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