English Instructor

Job Summary

• Teach small, discussion-style classes to scholars of mixed English proficiencies (advanced to near-native)
• Track the progress of individual students and provide regular, individualized feedback on their learning progress
• Design course materials and evaluate teaching resources as needed
• Work with the Language team to continue refining the curriculum and standards
• Maintain regular Writing Center office hours to give students writing feedback
• Work alongside the Academic and Student Life teams to design and host workshops covering common English and writing-related topics
• Participate in other Student Life activities throughout the year (e.g., Orientation, Deep Dive)

Essential qualifications

• Master’s degree in TESOL/TEFL, English, Journalism, a social science, or a related field  (Bachelor’s degree with extensive related experience will also be considered)
• Minimum 2 years’ full time work experience teaching English as an additional language including academic English and/or adult professional English
• Native English fluency
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• Demonstrated ability to work with students of varying English proficiencies, especially nearnative speakers
• Demonstrated sensitivity to students’ needs and cultural differences
• Experience designing and writing lesson plans
• Experience collaborating across disciplines/departments

Preferred

• Certificate in teaching English as a second language with significant experience
• Two or more years teaching in a university setting
• Demonstrated effectiveness working with Chinese speakers
• Have direct knowledge of Chinese academic and/or business culture
• Have direct knowledge of American academic and/or business culture
• Experience innovating in the education space
• Beginner-level Chinese or above

Salary & Benefit

• Tsinghua Contract Terms of Appointment
• Global and cross-culture atmosphere, working with talent team members