Teaching Associate-Japanese
University of Illinois

Teaching Associate-Japanese

University Laboratory High School

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

The University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign is seeking applications for the position of Teaching Associate-Japanese at the University Laboratory High School. Uni High is a 5-year, selective admissions public school with approximately 330 academically gifted students in grades 8-12. This is a 9-month, non-tenure track academic staff position for the 2025-2026 school year, beginning August 2025, contingent upon the successful completion of a fingerprint-based criminal background check. A laboratory mission of innovative curriculum development, outreach to other schools and the community, and/or involvement with professional organizations is part of the overall job responsibilities. The salary range for this position is $48,000-$60,000.

The Teaching Associate position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement between the Board of Trustees of the University of Illinois and the Uni Faculty Organization/IEA-NEA union. For more information regarding the contract, please go to: https://humanresources.illinois.edu/hrprofessionals/labor-and-employeerelations/performance-management/uni-high-teaching-assoc.html.

Responsibilities:

• Teach Japanese I through Japanese IV to academically advanced students in grades 8-12.
• Participate in school activities typically required of teachers, including attending faculty and department meetings, serving on committees, and supporting school functions and student activities.
• Contribute to the school's laboratory mission through curriculum development, instructional dissemination, or public engagement.

Position Qualifications

Required-

• Bachelor's degree in Japanese, Teaching of Japanese, or a related field.

• Demonstrated success in effective and innovative teaching.

• Advanced oral and written proficiency in Japanese.

Preferred-

• Advanced degree in Japanese or equivalent training.

• Native or near-native oral proficiency in Japanese.

• Experience teaching at the high school level in the United States.

• Expertise in developing instructional materials and designing innovative curricula.

• Strong knowledge of Japanese culture and literature.

• Excellent communication skills in English.

• Eligibility for or possession of an Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL).

• Active involvement in professional organizations and experience with outreach initiatives.

• Technological literacy, including proficiency in educational tools and platforms.

Appointment Information

This is a 100% full-time Academic position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is August 16, 2025. The salary range for this position is $48,000-$60,000. We strive to provide a competitive salary, considering factors such as available market data, internal equity, candidate experience and qualifications, collective bargaining, agreements, and budget constraints. The final salary offer will be determined through a thorough assessment of these elements. Work authorization sponsorship is not available for this position.

Application Procedures & Deadline Information

Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (Central Time) on December 19, 2024. Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. Applications not submitted through https://jobs.illinois.edu will not be considered. Please upload the following materials for full consideration by December 19, 2024.

• Cover letter.
• Resume or CV.
• Three letters of recommendation.
• A portfolio including sample lesson plans and examples of innovative classroom activities or materials you have developed.

For further information about this specific position, please contact Jennifer Steiling at steiling@illinois.edu. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify .

Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Accommodations may also be requested on the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, and related conditions, or religion. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodations portal , or by contacting the Accessibility & Accommodations Division of the Office for Access and Equity at 217-333-0885, or by emailing accessibility@illinois.edu .

Requisition ID: 1028467
Job Category: Faculty
Apply at: https://jobs.illinois.edu

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