Job Description

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Type of Position:

Academic (Non-Classified), Outreach, Community and Industry Engagement, Research, Student and Academic Services

Workstudy Position:

No

Job Type:

Temporary (Fixed Term)

No

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff

The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff is an 1890 Land-Grant HBCU with a diverse student population, competitive degree offerings and stellar faculty.

For more than 140 years, the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff has worked to create an environment that inculcates learning, growth and productivity while affording a basic need to its students – a chance to advance.

The 15:1 student to teacher ratio makes it possible to maintain a learning environment with close interaction between students and faculty while challenging curricula encourage our students to seek and fulfill their potential.

You can excel in your chosen field of study through a curriculum of Certificate and Associates degree programs, more than thirty Undergraduate programs, Master’s degree programs and a Doctorate program in Aquaculture/Fisheries. You can also develop workplace readiness through internships, co-ops and fellowships in the U.S. and abroad.

Out-of-class experiences and student involvement include more than 90 student organizations, an internationally renowned Vesper Choir, Marching Band, Concert Bands, Wind Symphony, nationally recognized debate team, award-winning theater department and accomplished athletic program.

Though the main campus is in Pine Bluff, its reach is worldwide. UAPB has an extended campus in North Little Rock and offers as well as online courses. With the addition of the Arkansas Research and Education Optical Network (ARE-ON), students can engage in information exchange with others anywhere in the world. There are also Research and Extension offices in Lonoke, Newport and Lake Village and collaborations with other colleges and universities in the State through the National Science Foundation funded STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) Academy.

As the second oldest land-grant institution in the state of Arkansas, the mission of this No Excuse University remains the same – to provide a high quality, affordable education with a personal touch. We invite you to Become a Part of the Pride at the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff.

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click theApply link/button.

If you have a disability and need assistance with the hiring process and require reasonable accommodations, please contact Human Resources at 870.575.8400

Department:

Upward Bound

Department's Website:

of Job Duties:

Plan and deliver engaging and innovative foreign language lessons that support students’ communication and comprehension skills.

Provide instruction in core high school foreign language concepts, including vocabulary development, pronunciation, grammar, conversation, and reading comprehension.

Teach foundational language skills such as sentence structure, verb conjugation, listening comprehension, and conversational dialogue.

Integrate interactive and fun instructional strategies such as role-playing, language games, cultural discussions, storytelling, music, and multimedia activities.

Incorporate lessons that introduce students to cultural traditions, global perspectives, and the importance of multilingual communication in today’s world.

Encourage students to practice language skills through group discussions, presentations, and conversational activities.

Design classroom activities that promote confidence in speaking and understanding a foreign language.

Assess student progress through participation, assignments, presentations, and classroom activities.

Provide constructive feedback to support improvement in language comprehension and communication.

Maintain a structured, inclusive, and engaging classroom environment that supports active learning.

Maintain accurate records of attendance and student progress.

Collaborate with TRIO Upward Bound staff to support student academic success and program goals.

Participate in staff meetings and program activities as required.

Serve as a positive mentor and role model, encouraging students to develop global awareness and academic curiosity.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Foreign Language, Secondary Education, or a related field required.

Current state certification to teach High School Foreign Language required.

Experience teaching high school foreign language courses preferred.

Strong instructional and classroom management skills.

Ability to create innovative, engaging, and student-centered lessons.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Ability to work effectively with diverse student populations, including first-generation and underrepresented students.

Additional Information:

Salary Information:

2,100-2,750

Required Documents to Apply:

List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume, Unofficial/Official Transcript(s)

Special Instructions to Applicants (Please upload all required documents in the "Resume" attachment section of your application to be considered for this position)

Sharron Williams, Employment Manager
870.575.8403

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

Criminal Background Check

The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff may conduct pre-employment background checks on certain positions for applicants being considered for employment.The background checks may include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check.Required checks are identified in the position listing.A criminal background check or arrest pending adjudication information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absences of a relationship to the requirements of the position.Background check information will be used in a consistent, non-discriminatory manner consistent with the state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Constant Physical Activity:

Hearing, Lifting, Reaching, Sitting, Standing, Talking, Walking

Frequent Physical Activity:

Hearing, Sitting, Standing, Talking, Walking

Occasional Physical Activity:

Crouching, Stooping

Benefits Eligible:

No