Sam Houston State University is Hiring a Lecturer-Pool Faculty of World Languages and Cultures (French) - 1 position to be filled Near Huntsville, TX
Posting Details Come and join the Bearkat community! Named after Texas' legendary hero, General Sam Houston, the university boasts a rich historical legacy that resonates with the spirit of Texas, which provides a balance between a peaceful, natural setting and proximity to urban amenities. With a student population of over 21,000, SHSU offers a vibrant and dynamic community. SHSU has a small town feel with large scale opportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas and just an hour drive north of Houston, Huntsville provides area residents with a sense of community and belonging. SHSU offers compelling options for individuals seeking a fulfilling and impactful career including a superior benefit package, competitive salaries and a flexible work environment fostering work/life balance. SHSU offers programs that support a healthy work-life balance, contributing to employee well-being and job satisfaction, as well as, professional development opportunities with our educational assistance and dependent assistance programs. Position Information This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. Position Title Lecturer-Pool Faculty of World Languages and Cultures (French) - 1 position to be filled
Requisition 202400035F
Rank Lecturer-Pool
FLSA status Exempt
Hiring Salary
Commensurate with education and experience. Position Category Position Type Part-Time Non-Tenure Track
College College of Humanities and Social Sciences
Department Dept of World Languages and Cultures
Open Date 03/04/2024
Quicklink https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/38371 Refer Applicants To Contact Name Dr. Maria Barker
Title
Chair Sam Houston State University Department of World Languages & Cultures Box 2147 Huntsville, TX 77341 Contact Phone 936-294-1979
Contact Email worldlanguages@shsu.edu Position Details Duties Performed in the Usual Course of the Job
The French Program at Sam Houston State University is seeking applications for a lecturer-pool faculty member to teach French language and culture courses at the introductory and intermediate levels. Lecturer-Pool faculty are term positions hired to teach one to four courses per semester. Course requirements may include a combination of teaching on-campus classes at the main campus in Huntsville, and online classes, depending on the needs of the academic department. Lecturer-Pool faculty hiring is based upon student demand, on a semester-by-semester basis. Educational Requirements for the Position
The primary requirement for the position is the completion of 18 graduate credit hours in French (i.e., beyond the Bachelor's degree). The ideal candidate will also have prior experience and a strong interest in teaching French at the university level with a focus on communicative competence and intercultural awareness. Experience Required for the Position
Teaching experience required. Other Requirements for the Position
This posting is for the Fall 2024 semester. Special Instructions Summary
Incomplete applications will not be considered. A complete application consists of the following items: Cover letter Curriculum Vitae Statement of Teaching Philosophy Unofficial Transcripts (Official Transcripts required prior to hiring) Reference Contact Information Reference Letters are optional at the time of application Please note: References provided in the References section of the application will receive an automated email reference request at the time the application is submitted. Open Until Filled Yes EEO Statement EEO Statement
Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity or expression. Sam Houston State University is an "at will" employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code § 51.215.