Job opening: Faculty Development Specialist

[Jerry Ervin]

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We are Seeking Applicants for the Position of Faculty Development
Specialist at the Defense Language Institute (DLI) in Monterey, CA

The Institute:  The Defense Language Institute Foreign Language Center is a
WASC accredited school that specializes in the teaching of languages.  It
employs more than 800 full time faculty who teach, develop courses, and
test in 21 different languages.

Responsibilities: The Faculty Development Specialist serves in the Faculty
Development Division (FD) at DLI. Under the supervision of the FD Chief, he
or she participates in determining faculty development needs, as well as
designing, developing, modifying, and evaluating pre-service and in-service
teacher development courses and workshops which reflect current approaches
to FL teacher education. The specialist conducts a variety of teacher
development courses for faculty, both in Monterey and at other locations,
monitors course participants' progress as specified by the course
objectives, observes classes, and provides feedback to teachers. He or she
keeps current on innovations and developments in the fields of FL education
and faculty development and performs a variety of administrative tasks
related to the operations of Faculty Development including course
scheduling and coordination.

Qualifications: The applicant must hold a B.A. or M.A. degree and have
experience teaching a foreign language to adult learners. He or she must be
thoroughly familiar with current foreign language teaching methodology.
Knowledge of principles of FL teacher education and development is
essential and the applicant must be able to teach effectively a variety of
pre-service and in-service faculty development courses to DLI faculty of
numerous languages and cultures. At least Level 3 English proficiency is
required. Knowledge of proficiency levels and OPI testing is highly
desirable. Experience with FL curriculum development is a qualifying
factor. The applicant must be familiar with or capable of learning the
operation of a Windows-based desktop computer, to include word processing,
working with the Internet, and simple database management. He or she is
expected to work in a team environment and to coordinate with DLI personnel
and field units. Occasional travel to field units is expected.


Compensation:  The salary and academic rank associated with this position
will be determined by the successful candidateis professional
qualifications and contributions.  The current salary range for the rank of
Assistant Professor is $33,254 to $60,351.  The salary range for Associate
Professor is $40,236 to $72,328

Applications can be obtained by e-mail from kopmannm at pom-emh1.army.mil
Or for more information, call (831) 242-5250.

Initial review of applications will begin July 9, 2001

DLIFLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

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