DescriptionThe Middlebury College Summer School of Abenaki is pleased to announce vacancies for temporary faculty in the School of Abenaki. These positions are available during the summer 2022 session, located on Middlebury College campus in Vermont. Our program combines cultural immersion and language instruction drawn directly from the Minimalist Course for Abenaki. This is an opportunity to join a community of learners, by actively engaging in teaching, dining, residing and recreating with students while reading, writing, and speaking Abenaki.
We are looking for a faculty member with the following characteristics:
- An active member of the Abenaki language community and ongoing language reclamation.
- Cultural competency required for teaching the language.
- Be accessible to learners and an active co-learner.
- Experience working with diverse learners.
In addition to the salary, lodging and a complete meal plan will be provided. This position is for summer 2022 (June 27-July 15).
QualificationsCompletion of Minimalist Course for Abenaki.
Participation in a previous School of Abenaki session.
Actively participating in monthly online language classes.
In addition, strong interpersonal skills, and experience in language instruction.
Application Instructions Candidates should submit letter of interest, CV, recent statistical information from student evaluations. Position will be open until filled.