University of Arizona
Hindi/Urdu Language Tutor, Technical Expert (Part-Time)
University of Arizona, Tucson, Arizona, United States, 85701
Hindi/Urdu Language Tutor, Technical Expert (Part-Time)
The Critical Languages Program (CLP) offers less commonly taught languages (LCTLs) which are not available in traditional departments and formats at the University of Arizona. In partnership with other academic departments, CLP also offers non-credit tutoring in various foreign languages. The Critical Languages Program seeks a part-time language tutor to conduct weekly credit and non-credit tutorial sessions. The candidate must be a fluent proficient speaker of the Hindi and/or Urdu language, able to work professionally with small group tutorial sessions (or 1:1) and act as a liaison between the students and examiner. Content focus may include speaking, pronunciation, grammar, writing, reading, and study skills development. Tutoring is expected to be in-person. Alumni Jacquelynn and Bennett Dorrance have made a gift commitment of $5.4 million to endow the deanship of the University of Arizona College of Humanities and inspire on campus and throughout the world a continuous and fearless spirit of open inquiry. The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs. For more information about working at the University of Arizona, please click here. Duties & Responsibilities
Create engaging and interactive language lessons for each class or tutoring session, focusing on teaching in the target language. Cultivate a culture of support for language learning and for improved intercultural competence across all languages. Conduct weekly tutorial sessions in the use/practice of the Hindi/Urdu language. Select and add language and cultural content as appropriate to the course D2L content page and share with students. Finalize course syllabi with dates and post to D2L. Send to the Examiner and Program Coordinator prior to the beginning of the semester. Provide communication and feedback to students throughout the semester. Attend program trainings and meetings as necessary. Record weekly student attendance in D2L. Schedule classes and submit the schedule to the Program Coordinator prior to the beginning of semester or session. Promote extra-curricular activities related to language development with students. Submit evaluations to meet academic deadlines. Submit tutor self-evaluation to Program Coordinator at the end of the semester. Adhere to university code of conduct policies. Complete and keep current all university trainings required to complete duties. Complete other duties as needed and assigned. Complete the Tutor as a Foreign Language Certificate training, subsidized by CLP, for those who do not have a B.A./B.S. degree and/or degree in education or a language related field during the first year of employment. Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree or equivalent advanced learning attained through experience required. 1 year relevant work experience required. Native or near-native fluency in Hindi and/or Urdu. Applicants must have experience effectively communicating in English, both verbally and in writing. Must be able to work a flexible schedule. Preferred Qualifications
Teaching and/or tutoring experience of a foreign language. Tutoring experience in self-instructional model courses. Tutoring experience in online environments. Bachelor's degree or certification related to second-language teaching. Compensation
The Rate of Pay represents the University of Arizona's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity. The Grade Range Minimum, Midpoint, and Maximum Fields listed below represent a full range of career compensation growth over time in this position and grade. Each unit typically sets starting pay between minimum and midpoint upon hire. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture. The Grade Range Minimum is $22.77, the Grade Range Midpoint is $28.46, and the Grade Range Maximum is $34.15. Contact Information for Candidates
Suzanne Panferov Reese, Director panferov@arizona.edu
The Critical Languages Program (CLP) offers less commonly taught languages (LCTLs) which are not available in traditional departments and formats at the University of Arizona. In partnership with other academic departments, CLP also offers non-credit tutoring in various foreign languages. The Critical Languages Program seeks a part-time language tutor to conduct weekly credit and non-credit tutorial sessions. The candidate must be a fluent proficient speaker of the Hindi and/or Urdu language, able to work professionally with small group tutorial sessions (or 1:1) and act as a liaison between the students and examiner. Content focus may include speaking, pronunciation, grammar, writing, reading, and study skills development. Tutoring is expected to be in-person. Alumni Jacquelynn and Bennett Dorrance have made a gift commitment of $5.4 million to endow the deanship of the University of Arizona College of Humanities and inspire on campus and throughout the world a continuous and fearless spirit of open inquiry. The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs. For more information about working at the University of Arizona, please click here. Duties & Responsibilities
Create engaging and interactive language lessons for each class or tutoring session, focusing on teaching in the target language. Cultivate a culture of support for language learning and for improved intercultural competence across all languages. Conduct weekly tutorial sessions in the use/practice of the Hindi/Urdu language. Select and add language and cultural content as appropriate to the course D2L content page and share with students. Finalize course syllabi with dates and post to D2L. Send to the Examiner and Program Coordinator prior to the beginning of the semester. Provide communication and feedback to students throughout the semester. Attend program trainings and meetings as necessary. Record weekly student attendance in D2L. Schedule classes and submit the schedule to the Program Coordinator prior to the beginning of semester or session. Promote extra-curricular activities related to language development with students. Submit evaluations to meet academic deadlines. Submit tutor self-evaluation to Program Coordinator at the end of the semester. Adhere to university code of conduct policies. Complete and keep current all university trainings required to complete duties. Complete other duties as needed and assigned. Complete the Tutor as a Foreign Language Certificate training, subsidized by CLP, for those who do not have a B.A./B.S. degree and/or degree in education or a language related field during the first year of employment. Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree or equivalent advanced learning attained through experience required. 1 year relevant work experience required. Native or near-native fluency in Hindi and/or Urdu. Applicants must have experience effectively communicating in English, both verbally and in writing. Must be able to work a flexible schedule. Preferred Qualifications
Teaching and/or tutoring experience of a foreign language. Tutoring experience in self-instructional model courses. Tutoring experience in online environments. Bachelor's degree or certification related to second-language teaching. Compensation
The Rate of Pay represents the University of Arizona's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity. The Grade Range Minimum, Midpoint, and Maximum Fields listed below represent a full range of career compensation growth over time in this position and grade. Each unit typically sets starting pay between minimum and midpoint upon hire. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture. The Grade Range Minimum is $22.77, the Grade Range Midpoint is $28.46, and the Grade Range Maximum is $34.15. Contact Information for Candidates
Suzanne Panferov Reese, Director panferov@arizona.edu