ENGLISH LANGUAGE INSTITUTE   KANDA UNIVERSITY OF INTERNATIONAL STUDIES   TEACHING AND ADVISING POSITIONS IN ENGLISH LANGUAGE       I.  ANNOUNCEMENT   The English Language Institute (ELI) of Kanda University of International Studies ( http :// kandaeli . co m) has openings for suitably qualified teachers of English as a foreign language and also for learning advisors. These lecturer positions are for a two-year period commencing April 2013. There may be options to renew the contract twice making a total of six years.   II.  KANDA UNIVERSITY OF INTERNATIONAL STUDIES   Kanda University of International Studies is a private university dedicated to the pursuit of excellence in international studies, particularly in the areas of foreign languages, intercultural communication, Japanese culture, linguistics, and international studies. There are four departments : English, International Communication, Asian Languages, and Spanish and Portuguese. The ELI works alongside each of these departments to provide all students with a progressive and communicative English language teaching and learning curriculum.   The university also has a graduate school programme, a Japanese Language and Culture Programme for Foreign Students [Bekka], and a six-month programme for International Educational Services’ [IES] students.   KUIS enrolled its first undergraduate students in April 1987, and graduated its first class in 1991. In total, there are approximately 3500 students. The university is accredited by the Japan Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science & Technology and is situated in Makuhari, Chiba Prefecture. Makuhari is approximately 40 minutes by train from Tokyo. The university is set in an educational zone with other universities and educational facilities. Makuhari Messe Convention and Exhibition Centre, the World Business Garden, international hotels, new apartment complexes, shopping facilities, sports clubs and several parks are a part of this new community.   III.  THE ENGLISH LANGUAGE INSTITUTE   The English Language Institute (ELI) was founded in 1989 with 4 full-time members. Since that time it has grown to its current complement of 70 lecturers comprising 60 teachers and 10 learning advisors who have been recruited from around the world. Teachers develop and teach a variety of English proficiency courses, while Learning Advisors provide a range of services through the Self-Access Learning Centre (SALC) [http://www.kandagaigo.ac.jp/kuis/salc/] to promote and encourage learners to become more responsible for their own learning. The ELI is located in a custom-designed, state-of-the-art building which features the award-winning SALC, the Media Education Centre, the ELI Lounge, and Blended Learning Spaces – flexible classrooms in which multi-media can be used to help facilitate instruction.   Members of the ELI are involved in the following types of activity:   Teaching   Teachers are responsible for teaching English proficiency courses, mainly to first and second year students. A small number of English as a Second Foreign Language classes for other language majors are also taught.   Advising   Advising in language learning involves the practices and processes of developing language learner autonomy. Learning advisors (LAs) work with students on personally relevant aspects of their language learning. Advising can occur in one-to-one meetings with learners, in written form via self-directed learning modules, or in classes or workshops specially designed to develop an awareness of the language learning process.   Research   Teachers and learning advisors are assigned to one of the ongoing institutional research projects housed within the ELI. These are collaborative research projects led by a coordinator(s) and typically consist of 7-8 people. These projects are, for the most part, concerned with the systematic development and trialling of instructional materials to be used within and/or outside of the classroom, and research into practices surrounding the use of these materials. We also have projects related to: assessment, self-access and CALL.   Extra-curricular Student Activities   ELI members work with students in a variety of social, cultural, and sporting clubs on campus. The ELI is a gathering point for students who want to engage in informal English discussion. Some students come for help and advice on both academic and other topics.   IV.  QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE   A. Academic   An M. A. Degree (or internationally recognized equivalent) in the area of teaching English as a second / foreign language or some closely related field.   B. Experience   Experience in teaching English, particularly at post-secondary level, would be an advantage.   C. Personal   A strong interest in working with Japanese students in both formal and extra-curricular settings is essential, together with an interest in Japanese language and culture.   V.  JOB DESCRIPTION   Members of the ELI are expected to be at the university for five working days per week during academic terms, normally from 9.00 am to 5.00 pm or 10.30 am to 6.30 pm.   All teachers are involved in the following:   1) Teaching eight one-and-a-half hour classes per week in each of two fifteen-week terms per year   2) Working in the ELI Conversation Lounge or adjacent skills practice areas for two one-and-a-half periods per week.   3) Participating as a member of a research team in one of the institute’s research projects   4) Participating in the ELI Professional Development Programme   5) Attending scheduled weekly meetings and activities of the ELI and other special meetings which may be called from time to time   6) Attending special ceremonies and events conducted by the university including entrance exams and ceremonies, for example: the Entrance Ceremony, the Graduation Ceremony and the Open Campus Day in July   7) Participating in functions organized by the ELI including the Freshman Welcome Party and the administrations of the Kanda Assessment Project ( KAP )   8) Cooperating with the Public Relations section of the university in the promotion of the university to high schools students and other interested parties.   All learning advisors are involved in items 3-8 (above), plus the following:   1) Working with learners on self-directed learning modules and/or in elective learner development classes. LAs meet students one-to-one, run workshops and provide weekly written feedback on students’ work during two fifteen-week terms per year   2) Maintaining a good understanding of the resources and facilities in the SALC. LAs assist in selecting and developing new self-access resources, promoting the resources and helping students to use materials and facilities appropriately   3) Participating in the ongoing curriculum and materials development related to SALC modules and courses   4) Working at the Learning Help Desk in the SALC in order to be available to advise learners on a drop-in basis for 3-4 hours per week   5) Providing initial and ongoing orientations of SALC services and materials to students   VI.  EMOLUMENTS   Salary   1.       Gross annual amount including bonuses (before tax): Years 1 & 2: ¥5,000,000   2.       The salary is payable in monthly amounts   3.       There are two bonus payments: September and March   Other 1.       Private research allowance: ¥ 100,000   2.       Transportation: ¥ 100,000 to defray expenses of taking up appointment for overseas appointees   3.       Commuting Allowance: Applicable costs of daily travel between residence and U niversity   4.       Contract Completion Payment     VII. APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCEDURES   To apply please click on the link or paste the following into your browser - http://eliweb2.files.wordpress.com/2012/06/2013_ e li_lecturer_application_form.doc to access the necessary lecturer application form. Complete the form and send it (PDF preferred) together with a covering letter by email to:   Search Committee English Language Institute Kanda University of International Studies Email address: eli-search@kanda.kuis.ac.jp                         For best consideration, applications should be received by: September 1st 2012 .   ·          Japan-based candidates may be interviewed at the JALT International conference in Hamamatsu on either Saturday the 13th or Sunday the 14th of October, 2012 . Please indicate in your cover letter if you will be available for interview at JALT this year. ·          Your cover letter should also indicate whether you are applying for the position of teacher or learning advisor. ·          All applicants will receive an acknowledgement message by email, but only shortlisted candidates will be contacted further.