The Department of Asian and Middle Eastern Studies at Duke University in Durham, North Carolina invites applications for a part-time Instructor in Hindi language beginning August 1, 2024. The contract for the position is one academic year (2024-2025) with possible renewal, contingent upon the continued needs of the department. The required teaching commitment consists of two courses annually. Candidates must hold an MA or PhD in fields such as Second Language Acquisition, Educational Psychology, Indian Studies, or a relevant field, along with native or near-native proficiency in both Hindi and English. Preference will be given to candidates with prior experience teaching undergraduate students in North America and the ability to instruct Hindi at elementary and intermediate levels. Adaptability with instructional technologies, experience with team-teaching, and demonstration of active participation in the professional field are highly desirable. Please apply only if you are authorized to work in the United States.

For your application to be considered, please ensure it is submitted by June 1st and includes the following documents:

1. A letter of application containing a statement of your teaching philosophy. 2. Your curriculum vitae. 3. A teaching portfolio, which should encompass syllabi, a sample of teaching materials, and student evaluations. 4. The contact details of three referees (please note that the search committee will request reference letters at a later phase of the selection process).

Applicants must apply here: https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/27475

Duke University and The Department of Asian & Middle Eastern Studies are strongly committed to advancing inclusive excellence throughout our research, teachings, and service activities. We seek to hire faculty who are passionate about working to increase the participation and success of individuals from different backgrounds and communities. Duke University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status.

Duke University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status.

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