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University of Michigan - Ann Arbor, Michigan Job Summary The Department of Slavic Languages and Literatures at the University of Michigan seeks applicants for a Lecturer I position to teach various levels of Polish language to begin January 7, 2026 thru April 2026. This is a 66.66% non-tenure track position for winter term, hired on a term-to-term basis, contingent upon performance, programmatic need, availability of work, and funding. The position has the possibility of continuing and increasing up to a 100% appointment depending on the qualifications, experience, performance of the chosen candidate and funding availability. How To Apply Upload the following materials as one PDF in the order indicated to the position posting on the University of Michigan careers website. Cover letter, written in Polish, addressing your specific interest in the position and outlining your skills, qualifications and experience directly related to this position. A current Curriculum Vitae Three letters of reference A statement of teaching philosophy Evidence of teaching excellence by providing copies of past student evaluations (including comments) from prior teaching At least one example of a syllabi from a language course previously taught and other instructional materials deemed appropriate by the candidate to strengthen the application. Responsibilities Initial duties will include teaching the second semester of 2nd and 3rd year Polish language courses for primarily undergraduate students. The position involves course preparation, in-person teaching, grading, holding office hours on campus weekly for at least two hours per week, maintaining regular contact with students through email and collaborating with other Polish studies faculty to meet the needs of the program and provide enhanced cultural activities. Required Qualifications MA in Polish Studies, Second Language Acquisition or related field Native/near native fluency in Polish with strong fluency in historical and contemporary Polish culture. At least three years’ experience teaching Polish from beginner to advanced levels At least one year experience in language teaching and proficiency-oriented instruction at a North American collegiate institution Evidence of excellence in teaching at the undergraduate level Demonstrated experience implementing innovative pedagogical methods in teaching Preferred Qualifications PhD in Polish Studies, Second Language Acquisition, Slavic Studies, or related field Evidence of use of current technology and innovative methodologies in foreign language instruction Evidence of language proficiency curriculum development Secondary specialization in another eastern European language and/or culture We anticipate the offer will be made by early December 2025. The Chair of the Department has final approval authority in the hiring for this position. Selection Process Applications will be reviewed by a hiring committee within the department. Applicants will be selected based upon meeting the required qualifications, demonstrated subject matter expertise, and documentation of successful performance and teaching excellence in the classroom. The selection process will include an in-person/Zoom interview. Contact Information For questions or additional information, please contact the Department of Slavic Languages & Literatures by email at gll-sll.CA@umich.edu. Union Affiliation This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between U-M and the Lecturers Employee Organization, AFL-CIO, which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours and other terms and conditions of employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr American Association of Teachers of Slavic and East European Languages

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