Chinese Mandarin Language and Culture Instructor Mansfield Centers Defense Critical Language and Culture Program DCLCP

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The Mansfield Center’s Defense Critical Language and Culture Program (DCLCP) is one of the top language training centers in the nation. DCLCP provides intensive language and culture training for members of the U.S. military and other government agencies through a congressionally funded grant through the Defense Language and National Security Education Office (DLNSEO). The position is located in Missoula, MT; future other locations are possible dependent upon mission requirements or as determined by the Director of DCLCP.
The Chinese Language and Culture Instructor assists in the development of curriculum and instructs intensive language and culture courses delivered in person and over video-teleconferencing (VTC). While classes are in session, the language instructor is responsible for 5-6 hours of teaching per day and 2-3 hours per day for lesson preparation, classroom management, administration, and supplementary curriculum development. When courses are not in session, the language instructor develops course materials for publishing and for in-class use. The language instructor is also responsible for providing assistance to the Lead Instructor in the design of course curriculum and syllabus.
The instructor must be fluent in Chinese language and demonstrate a high level of proficiency in English. The instructor may be required to take an Oral Proficiency Interview and score superior in Chinese and advanced in English prior to selection.
The instructor must have a high level of knowledge in current teaching methodologies and be comfortable with teaching through technology using Video-Teleconferencing (VTCs), Smartboards, and iPads. Instructors must be able to work productively in a group (team teaching, active coordination, extensive collaboration) and in an independent mode. The instructor must be able to create and follow syllabi without oversight.
The Chinese Instructor of Language and Culture will teach not only the language, but also teach cultural and regional studies courses in the target language or in English. Topics may include but are not limited to the geography, history, literature, natural resources, economy, government, ethnicities, etc. of Chinese-speaking areas.
Due to instruction conducted at multiple training sites, some travel may be required for instructors. Instructor must have a valid work authorization for the U.S.
Required Qualifications
Applicant should have a Master’s Degree, preferably in Chinese (Mandarin) (language and/or literature) or linguistics (applied linguistics is preferred); preference is a Ph.D.
Must have experience in instructing Chinese (Mandarin) language and culture.
Must have experience in curriculum development for Chinese language materials.
Must have knowledge of current teaching methodologies and practices in the classroom and experience utilizing advanced classroom technologies.
Must possess adroit observational skills and be capable of offering fresh, creative solutions in difficult situations to support a language teaching team.
Must be able to work productively within a team and independently.
Applicant must score advanced in English as tested against the Oral Proficiency Interview (OPI), is required to take the OPI before selection and must score superior in Chinese.
Must have a valid work authorization for the U.S.
Must be able to pass a Criminal Background Investigation.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in intensive language instruction, particularly in a military or government setting.
Preferred education is a Ph.D.
About the Defense Critical Language/Culture Program (DCLCP) at the Mansfield Center
The Defense Critical Language and Culture Program (DCLCP), Maureen and Mike Mansfield Center at **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***., is dedicated to providing superlative language and cultural training for Department of Defense customers. Our instructors and staff develop and present comprehensive language and regional studies/cultural awareness courses, courseware, and supporting materials designed to support national security mission needs.

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