Limited Term Adjunct Instructor - NCI - Job at University of Arizona in Tucson, AZ

Limited Term Adjunct Instructor - NCI

Tucson, AZ

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Limited Term Adjunct Instructor - NCI
Posting Number	req18504
Department	Ctr Interpretation Test & Rsch
Department Website Link	nci.arizona.edu
Medical Sub-Speciality
Location	Main Campus
Address	Tucson, AZ USA
Position Highlights	The University of Arizona National Center for Interpretation is currently hiring for an Instructor for Spanish English Online Educational Interpreting course(s). This position requires teaching an asynchronous educational interpreting course. The course is 16 weeks long with weekly assignments and is part of a three-course certificate sequence. The successful candidate will not be responsible for the design of teaching materials, which are provided by NCI. NCI IS A LEADER IN THE FIELD OF INTERPRETER TRAINING. Founded in 1979, the National Center for Interpretation Testing, Research and Policy (NCI) at the University of Arizona is dedicated to ensuring language access to Limited-English Persons. NCI is charged with promoting intercultural communication and social justice for language minorities through cutting-edge research, training, and testing for interpreters and translators while advancing professionalism. The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs. For more information about working at the University of Arizona and relocations services, please click here.
Duties & Responsibilities	Online Interpreting Instructor Duties: Teach Spanish English Educational Interpreting course(s) Hold weekly office hours and post times online and on the syllabus Make sure dates on the syllabus and on D2L are updated and correct Monitor and grade (P/F) online discussions and intervene as needed (e.g., when students need help, or have misunderstood something) Answer student emails promptly and communicate regularly with students Update curriculum and course materials as needed Grade assignments, post grades and offer feedback in a timely fashion (7-10 days after assignment is due) Communicate and/or meet with program director and UA (NCI, CaPE) staff as needed Provide feedback to program director and UA (NCI, CaPE) staff on the course(s) as needed Additional duties as required by supervisor
Minimum Qualifications	Master's Degree in Translation/Interpreting, Spanish, Education or related field Professional interpreting experience Online teaching experience Native or near native fluency in Spanish
Preferred Qualifications	Postgraduate degree in Translation/Interpreting, Spanish or related field Demonstrated excellence in teaching College teaching experience Professional certification (e.g. FCCI, etc.)
Rank	Instructor
Tenure Information	Adjunct (NTE)
FLSA	Exempt
Full Time/Part Time	Part Time
Number of Hours Worked per Week	16
Job FTE	.40
Work Calendar	Fiscal
Job Category	Faculty
Benefits Eligible	No Benefits
Rate of Pay	$3,750
Compensation Type	Per Course
Type of criminal background check required:	Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)
Number of Vacancies	1
Target Hire Date	5/1/2024
Expected End Date	8/31/2024
Contact Information for Candidates	Sonia Colina Director scolina@email.arizona.edu
Open Date	12/8/2023
Open Until Filled	Yes
Documents Needed to Apply	Curriculum Vitae (CV), Cover Letter, and One Additional Document
Special Instructions to Applicant	Please attach the following: - CV - Cover Letter - Contact information for 3 professional references in additional document slot. (No references will be contacted without candidate consent.)
Diversity Statement	At the University of Arizona, we value our inclusive climate because we know that diversity in experiences and perspectives is vital to advancing innovation, critical thinking, solving complex problems, and creating an inclusive academic community. As a Hispanic-serving institution, we translate these values into action by seeking individuals who have experience and expertise working with diverse students, colleagues, and constituencies. Because we seek a workforce with a wide range of perspectives and experiences, we provide equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information. As an Employer of National Service, we also welcome alumni of AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service programs and others who will help us advance our Inclusive Excellence initiative aimed at creating a university that values student, staff and faculty engagement in addressing issues of diversity and inclusiveness.

The University of Arizona is a committed Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Institution. Women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Job Summary

Company

University of Arizona

Start Date

As soon as possible

Employment Term and Type

Regular, Full or Part Time

Required Education

Master's Degree

Required Experience

Open