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Mandarin Chinese StarTalk On-Site Instructor

Requisition ID: 2024-8593

of Openings: 3

Location: US-UT-Taylorsville Category: Teaching (non-Faculty) Position Type: Non-benefited (hourly) Part-Time Job Classification: Non-Benefited College: College of Agriculture and Applied Sc Department: Plants Soils and Climate Advertised Salary: $3375.00 per contract

Overview We are seeking three experienced Mandarin instructors to join our Startalk Program team. The instructors will be responsible for delivering high-quality online Mandarin language instruction to high school students in the Startalk Program. The position is on-site and instructor will teach at USU Sale Lake Center, Taylorsville, Utah.

USU Startalk is an NSA-funded program. You must meet the following requirements:

Contract Period and hours: 02/01/202507/31/2025 $3375 in total Project based wedges

Curriculum modification $1125 (use 2024 USU Startalk lesson to modify, submit daily lesson plan using STARTALK template)

Meeting/ Training/ Instruction $2250

Responsibilities This on-site instructor position is in-person, not remote work. Applicants must be able to teach in-person in Taylorsville, Utah during the camp dates: July 07 - July 11, 2025. The main tasks include, but not limited to:

Deliver in-person Instruction during 07/07/202507/11/2025 in Taylorsville, UT (half day in-person meeting on 07/03/2025) Prior task: curriculum design, meeting and training / Post task: submit a camp report Task during the camp: 5 days of class preparation (1 hours), lecturing (5 hours), assignment grading (1 hour) and cultural activity assistance (1 hour) Conduct language instruction for grade 8-13 students in accordance with the program curriculum. Provide engaging and interactive lessons that align with ACTFL language proficiency standards and Startalk 6 principals. Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment that encourages active participation. Modify high effective and engaged online curriculum and assessment with activities, games, projects, etc. to increase students' engagement and motivation. Modify and design curriculum materials that align with program goals and objectives (AI and Technology) Deliver comprehensive and structured lessons to prepare students for the residential camp. Proficient with ChatGPT, GoFormative, Nearpod, google Classroom Incorporate authentic materials and technology tools to enhance language acquisition. Grade assignments, provide feedback, and assess student performance throughout the program. Effective communication with students, parents and colleagues, be a team player Enjoy group activities with students Any talent can apply to the camp with high school students activities will be a plus

Qualifications Minimum Requirements

• Must be a US Citizen or permanent resident
• The candidate or the candidate's employer cannot be affiliated with Confucius Institution or any Chinese government grant.
• Proficient in teaching intermediate and advanced levels of Mandarin Chinese. Strong understanding of ACTFL language proficiency standards
• Fast learner at Ed tech applications and tools
• At least 5 years of 8 -14 grade school teacher... For full info follow application link.

USU recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the university's academic mission of learning, discovery, and engagement. USU is an Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate in any of its programs and activities based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation or gender identity/expression, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status prote cted by University policy or local, state, or federal law (https://equity.usu.edu/non-discrimination).