Lecturer (French), Full-Time position (Swarthmore College)

Lecturer (French), Full-Time position

Closing date: December 3rd

The Department of Modern Languages and Literatures at Swarthmore College invites applications for a full-time lecturer position (instructional staff) in French language, beginning Fall 2013. Applicants should have native or near native competence in both French and English, plus a relevant degree in the area of language teaching. Extended experience demonstrating excellence in language teaching is essential. In addition, knowledge of latest language teaching technology is crucial.

The position requires a relevant MA or French equivalent in the field of FLE.  Responsibilities include coordinating the French language courses, assisting faculty members in teaching introductory and intermediate French language, designing conversation courses, organizing extra-curricular events, and mentoring students. We are looking for a dynamic and an innovative individual with previous teaching experience at liberal arts colleges.

Candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Send a letter of application, including curriculum vitae, transcript of graduate study, a teaching portfolio, and at least three letters of recommendation by December 3rd to:

Professor M. Rice-Maximin
French Search Committee
Modern Languages and Literatures
Swarthmore College
500 College Ave.
Swarthmore, PA  19081-1390

Swarthmore College is a highly selective liberal arts college located in the suburbs of Philadelphia, whose mission combines academic rigor with social responsibility. Swarthmore has a strong institutional commitment to excellence through diversity in its educational program and employment practices and actively seeks and welcomes applications from
candidates with exceptional qualifications, particularly those with demonstrable commitments to a more inclusive society and world.