What are the responsibilities and job description for the Summer Foreign Language Instructor position at Weber State University?
Position Details
WSU's Commitment to Equal Opportunity
Weber State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment welcoming to all individuals. We strive to create a culture where everyone feels valued and appreciated. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected categories, such as disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, religion, national origin, veterans status, or others, as required by law and university policy (see Weber State University's Policy and Procedure Manual 3-32).
Position Information
Position Title
Summer Foreign Language Instructor
Requisition Number
H01110P
Position Category
Hourly/Work Study
Campus Location
Weber State University - Ogden, UT
Hours per week
16-24
Months per year
2
Alternate work schedule
8:00am – 12:00pm (approximately) M-TH, with opportunities to provide students extra support through teaching electives in the afternoons.
Pay Grade
Salary
Hourly Pay Rate
$15
FLSA
Job Summary/Basic Function
Instruct Upward Bound students in grades 9-11 during a five-week summer academic program in a
foreign language. Design and implement a curriculum that engages students and teaches them
conversational basics in a foreign language, as well as the culture of the countries where that language is spoken. This will be an on-site teaching experience at the Weber State Ogden campus, 4-7 hours per day, 4 days per week, June 9th – July 10th.
foreign language. Design and implement a curriculum that engages students and teaches them
conversational basics in a foreign language, as well as the culture of the countries where that language is spoken. This will be an on-site teaching experience at the Weber State Ogden campus, 4-7 hours per day, 4 days per week, June 9th – July 10th.
Required Qualifications
Completion of at least the sophomore year in a post-secondary institution with a major in a pertinent discipline or evidence of equivalent instructional knowledge and/or experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience and/or knowledge of the special problems of the minority, low income, first generation, and physically disabled students.
Experience in tutoring, mentoring, and/or community service with high school level students.
Seeking applicants with:
B.A./B.S. in the pertinent discipline
A graduate of TRiO program or experience in overcoming the challenges and/or circumstances similar to those of the target population.
Experience in tutoring, mentoring, and/or community service with high school level students.
Seeking applicants with:
B.A./B.S. in the pertinent discipline
A graduate of TRiO program or experience in overcoming the challenges and/or circumstances similar to those of the target population.
Background Check?
Yes
Posting Detail Information
Job Open Date
03/25/2025
Review Date
03/31/2025
Job Close Date
06/09/2025
Open Until Filled
Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting
https://jobs.weber.edu/postings/12934
Notes to Applicant
To apply, complete the online application, attach a resume, the contact information for three references, and a cover letter.
If you are hired, please keep in mind that you will need to complete the appropriate Payroll and HR documents prior to beginning work.
The screening of applicants will begin immediately.
Due to the Affordable Care Act (ACA), individuals who have worked in a salaried capacity for Weber State University are ineligible to be hired as an hourly or adjunct employee at Weber State for six months.
Criminal Background check is required as a condition of employment.
If you are hired, please keep in mind that you will need to complete the appropriate Payroll and HR documents prior to beginning work.
The screening of applicants will begin immediately.
Due to the Affordable Care Act (ACA), individuals who have worked in a salaried capacity for Weber State University are ineligible to be hired as an hourly or adjunct employee at Weber State for six months.
Criminal Background check is required as a condition of employment.
ADA Essential Job Function
ADA Essential Job Function
Physical Activity of this position
Expressing or exchanging ideas. Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important instructions to other workers accurately or quickly. , Operate, activate, use, prepare, inspect, place, detect, or position. , Ability to receive detailed information with or without assistance.
Physical Requirements of this position
Sedentary work. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or consistently to move objects, including the human body. Sitting most of the time. Walking and standing only occasionally if ever.
Visual Acuity Requirements including color, depth perception and field of vision.
Required to have visual acuity to determine the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned (i.e., custodial, food services,) or to make general observations of facilities or structures (i.e., security guard, inspection).
The conditions the worker will be subject to in this position.
None. The worker is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions (such as in typical office or administrative work).
Salary : $15
