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Description University of Hawai'i, Kapi'olani Community College, Languages, Linguistics, & Literature Department is seeking applications for the Japanese lecturer position. Please see the information about the position, the duties and responsibilities, the minimum and desirable qualifications, and the job application attachments below: Working Title: Lecturer, CC (Japanese) Position Number: 0002LEC Hiring Unit: Languages, Linguistics, & Literature Location: Kapi'olani Community College Date Posted: August 7, 2026 Closing Date: Continuous recruitment Salary: Minimum $2,053 per credit hour; subject to lecturer placement. Schedule: Part Time Temporary/Permanent: Temporary Funding: General Other Conditions: For placement into the lecturer pool beginning Fall 2026.

Subject to availability of funds and actual staffing requirements. Duties and Responsibilities: Teach courses in the assigned subject area. Prepare course syllabus and reports related to teaching and student progress.

Assess student learning in terms of course competencies and program learning outcomes. Submit self-assessment reports based on student and peer evaluations. Work under the general supervision of the discipline coordinator/division chairperson in integrating teaching efforts with other instructors in the discipline area.

Maintain one office hour per week for each class taught (20 minutes per credit per week). Classes may be offered online, evenings and/or weekends. Minimum Qualifications: Functionally native oral and written fluency in Japanese, the ability to communicate in English, and one of the following: Master's degree in Japanese (language or literature); OR Master's degree in Japanese as a Second Language; OR Master's degree in the study of the culture or history of the people who speak Japanese; OR Master's degree in Linguistics, ESL, Education or another language.

At least 12 credits of advanced coursework in second language methodology, Japanese literature, Japanese culture, or any combination thereof. Desirable Qualifications: Teaching experience at the community college level. Demonstrated ability to work with community college students.

Work experience related to the course to be taught. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and work cooperatively. Familiarity with competency- and outcomes-based instruction.

INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED (Read the "To Apply" section carefully) To Apply: Click on the "Apply" button on the top right corner of the screen to complete an application and attach the required documents. In addition to the Application, applicants must attach the following: A one- to two-page statement outlining ways in which you meet the minimum and desirable qualifications; Official transcript(s) showing degree and coursework to date appropriate to the position (copies of official transcripts are acceptable; however, original official transcripts will be required at the time of hire.) Transcripts issued outside the United States of America require a course-by-course analysis with an equivalency statement from an agency having membership with the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services, Inc., verifying the degree equivalency to that of an accredited institution within the USA. Expense of the evaluation shall be borne by the applicant

Academic record/grade summaries will NOT be accepted. Diplomas and copies will NOT be accepted. Optional letters of recommendation.

Incomplete applications will NOT be accepted. NOTE: The application will be incomplete if materials are unreadable, illegible, password protected, missing, or corrupted; therefore, late or incomplete applications will not be considered. All requested documents/information become the property of Kapi'olani Community College and will not be returned.

Please do not include any self-identifying photos and redact any references to confidential information on submitted documents (social security number, date of birth, etc.). If you have not applied for a position before using NEOGOV, you will need to create an account. Inquiries: KapCC Human Resources Department,kapcchr@hawaii.edu EEO, Clery Act, ADA The University of Hawai'i is an Equal Opportunity Institution and is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in employment, including on the basis of veteran and disability status

For more information, visit: https://www.hawaii.edu/offices/eeo/policies/ Employment is contingent on satisfying employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986; reference checks of previous employers; and for certain positions, criminal history record checks. In accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, annual campus crime statistics for the University of Hawai'i may be viewed at: https://www.hawaii.edu/titleix/help/campus-security/, or a paper copy may be obtained upon request from the respective UH Campus Security or Administrative Services Office. Accommodation Request: The University of Hawai'i complies with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the EEO coordinator directly. Determination on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case- by-case basis. For further information, please refer to the following link: https://www.hawaii.edu/offices/eeo/accommodation-request/