Swahili Position at the University of Toronto, 12/06
The African Studies Program at New College, University of Toronto, invites
applications for a teaching-stream position in Swahili Language at the rank of
Lecturer. Starting date July 1, 2007.
PhD with expertise in Africa or advanced degree plus equivalent experience; a
record of excellence in undergraduate teaching; extensive experience
in language
teaching and knowledge of current second-language teaching methodologies;
ability and willingness to teach and direct courses in introductory and
intermediate Swahili language; native or near-native fluency in Swahili and
English.
Experience in developing and maintaining web-based instructional resources is a
strong asset, as is desire to develop upper level courses in various aspects of
African history, culture, or politics. This position is renewable annually for
up to four years; review for promotion to Senior Lecturer may take place in the
fifth year, contingent upon excellence in teaching and evidence of future
pedagogical/professional development. Salary will be commensurate with
qualifications and experience.
Applications must be received by December 1, 2006. Please send a letter of
application, curriculum vitae, a sample of teaching materials, student
evaluations, three letters of reference, and a statement of teaching philosophy
to Professor Rick Halpern, Principal, New College, University of Toronto, 300
Huron Street, Toronto, Ontario M5S 3J6, CANADA. Please direct queries to the
Principal's Assistant, Ms. Fang Zhang .
The University of Toronto is strongly committed to diversity within its
community and especially welcomes applications from visible minority group
members, women, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities,
members of sexual
minority groups, and others who may contribute to further
diversification of ideas.
The University of Toronto offers the opportunity to teach, conduct research and
live in one of the most diverse cities in the world.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and
permanent residents will be given priority.
Prof. Rick Halpern
Principal
New College, University of Toronto
300 Huron Street
Toronto, ON M5S 3J6
CANADA
phone: 416-978-2461
fax: 416-978-4345
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