Arabic Language and Culture Instructor

In this position, the instructor will teach Arabic Language and Culture class to high school students which will run typically from 8:30 am10:00 am to 10:00 am. Classes start on Monday, June 26th, and end on Friday, July 21st. There is no class on weekends, holidays (July 4th), or the last Friday of the program. In addition to what is normally expected of instructors in preparation for the course, you will be expected to attend the Orientation, on Sunday, June 25 at 1:00-2:00 pm; attend weekly staff meetings (Wednesdays 12:00-1:00 pm); conduct weekly student evaluations; and attend closing ceremonies on Friday, July 21. 
 
In addition to the class time, the instructor expected to prep ahead of time by creating course materials and a course syllabus by June 1, 2023. Canvas will be available for the use of instructors and students. Any and all deliverables, reports, documentation, files, media, and other materials created by you in connection with the Governor’s School shall be considered “Work Product.” The Work Product shall constitute works-made-for-hire belonging exclusively to the University. To the extent that any Work Product does not constitute a work-made-for-hire owned by the University, you agree to assign and hereby do assign and transfer all of its right, title, and interest in such Work Product to the University. 

Masters degree in Arabic studies/language or related is required. Must be proficient in Arabic.

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