Job Description

The Russian Language Lab Instructor provides Macalester students with supplemental classroom language instruction including teaching language labs, maintaining office hours, and meetings with language faculty. Performs other duties as assigned by the department chair including oral exams, conversation practice, and organization of department activities.

This is a 0.56 FTE, exempt, 12 month position with the most active work taking place during the 9 month academic year. The expected weekly hours during the 9 month school year is 26 hours. 

About the Department: 

The Russian Studies major gives students a pathway to achieving linguistic and cultural proficiency by the end of their undergraduate career. Graduates of the program emerge with a profound understanding of a geopolitically significant world region as well as a skill set (including critical and analytical skills, writing, public speaking, and research) transferable to a variety of professional settings.

• Provides supplemental classroom instruction in the language of their expertise (in conjunction with Macalester language faculty) while adhering to all established college academic standards and procedures. 
• Occasional other duties as assigned by the department chair. These may include oral exams, conversation practice, department activities, and meetings.

• 1 year or less of language instruction experience required. 
• Advanced knowledge or native level proficiency in Russian (including verbal and written language skills).
• Interpersonal skills - must be able to professionally interact with students, faculty, staff, and visitors from diverse backgrounds.
• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in linguistics or language instruction. 

Compensation:

The salary is $24,000 paid over 12 months and is part-time benefits eligible. Also, able to enroll in one class per semester on a space available basis.

Benefits:

At Macalester , we are proud to offer excellent comprehensive employee benefits. Here are some highlights:

• 10% employer contributions to the retirement plan. 
• Outstanding vacation and sick time packages, plus an additional 10 holidays.
• Generous employer contribution to Health Savings Account.
• Tuition assistance which pays between 75% - 100% of eligible tuition for employee dependents at select institutions.
• Free primary care for most services through Nice Healthcare when enrolled in a Macalester health plan.
• Access to the athletics fitness facility, wellness coaching, and activities.

These are just some of the great benefits Macalester has to offer! To see our full benefits packages and options, please visit our Benefits Page .

Satisfactory completion of a criminal background check is a condition of employment.

Application Guidelines:

For best consideration, please submit your cover letter and resume through the Macalester Employment Opportunities webpage by April 30th. No resumes will be accepted after this date.

Jaclyn Howard

Talent Acquisition Manager 

jhoward3@Macalester.edu

Founded in 1874, Macalester College provides students with the inspiration, insight, and experience to become successful and ethical leaders. Located in flourishing St. Paul, Minnesota, Macalester enrolls over 2,000 students from across the country and around the world. Macalester is a preeminent liberal arts college recognized for its student service and celebration of internationalism.

At Macalester, we look at our employees through a whole-person, holistic lens. With comprehensive benefits and well-being programs, we provide and enable our community members to grow and care for themselves, their families, and one another. Our whole-hearted fidelity to community-building and social justice exemplify these ideals. Macalester College continuously prioritizes a culturally diverse and pluralistic community. We value individuals of all backgrounds and lived experiences. 

Our rich blend of people holding varied identities enhances our strong commitment to multiculturalism and global citizenship. We seek candidates who reflect and strengthen our campus environment. Macalester invites and encourages everyone to apply who would add depth to our community including those from all sexual orientations, races, ethnicities, national origins, genders, religions, abilities, and ages.

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