25.5001, Jobs: English; Applied Linguistics: Asst/Assoc Professor: American University of Armenia

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Subject: 25.5001, Jobs: English; Applied Linguistics: Asst/Assoc Professor: American University of Armenia

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Date: Tue, 09 Dec 2014 16:20:25
From: Mellisa Brown [CHSSfaculty at aua.am]
Subject: English; Applied Linguistics: Asst/Assoc Professor: American University of Armenia, Yerevan, Armenia

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University or Organization: American University of Armenia 
Department: College of Humanities & Social Sciences
Job Location: Yerevan, Armenia 
Web Address: www.aua.am
Job Title: Faculty: MA TEFL - English & Communications Program
Job Rank: Asst/Assoc Professor

Specialty Areas: Applied Linguistics 

Required Language(s): English (eng)

Description:

College of Humanities and Social Sciences, MA TEFL Program and BA in English &
Communications / Full-time Faculty in Teaching English as a Foreign Language
and English & Communications.

For its growing needs, the College of Humanities and Social Sciences of the
American University of Armenia (AUA) is seeking applicants for a full-time
faculty position split between the MA TEFL and English & Communications
programs starting in August 2015.

The MA TEFL is a dynamic two-year program designed to meet the needs of an
educational system in transition.  The MA TEFL curriculum combines theory and
practical skills providing students an opportunity to conduct research in the
field of applied linguistics and language teaching.  (Visit us on the web at
http://tefl.aua.am)

The BA in English & Communications is one of three Bachelor’s degree programs
launched at AUA in fall 2013.  (Visit us on the web at
http://aua.am/ba-english-and-communications/)

Qualifications: Candidates should hold a PhD in Applied Linguistics, Second
Language Acquisition, Foreign Language Education, TESOL, or related field, and
be able to teach in both the graduate and undergraduate programs:  MA TEFL and
BA in E&C.  Documented excellence in teaching (including classroom teaching of
English as a second or foreign language) is required.  Preference will be
given to candidates who can teach courses in at least two of the following
areas in the graduate program: Pedagogical Grammar, Second Language
Acquisition, TEFL Methodology, Research Methods, Practicum and Teaching
Internship Supervision, and Master’s Capstone Supervision; as well as writing
and linguistics courses in the undergraduate program and General Education. 
Previous experience in conducting academic duties in an international setting
is preferred.  Recently retired and faculty on sabbatical leave are encouraged
to apply.

Compensation: AUA offers competitive compensation and benefit packages.
Curriculum Vitae, letter of application and the names and contact information
for three referees should be emailed to the application email below.

Screening will begin December 31 and continue until the position is filled.

AUA is accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission, 985
Atlantic Avenue, #100, Alameda, CA 94501, 510.748.9001, and is affiliated with
the University of California. AUA provides teaching and research programs that
prepare students to address the needs of Armenia and its surrounding region
for sustainable development.

Application Deadline: 31-May-2015 (Open until filled)

Email Address for Applications: CHSSfaculty at aua.am 
Contact Information:
	Mellisa Brown 
	Email: CHSSfaculty at aua.am 

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