A Sessional Instructor is required to teach a special topics course in the Department of Modern Languages entitled Writing Skills for English Second Language (ESL) Learners. Offered in collaboration with the English Academic Preparation Program during the 2021 Fall Semester, subject to budgetary approval:

ML-2090 Writing Skills for English Second Language (ESL) Learners

This course is designed for students whose first language is not English and who have demonstrated an advanced level of English reading, writing, speaking and listening (minimum CanTEST level 4.5 in reading and listening and 4 in writing). Using a combined focus on reading and writing skills, with strong emphasis on lexical development and applied grammar, the course enables students to improve academic writing through extensive reading and writing exercises.

Schedule: M/W 4:30 PM - 5:45 PM; 2021-09-08 - 2021-12-08      Format: Hybrid

Priority will be given to qualified individuals on the sessional roster of the academic unit.

Application Instructions:

The successful applicant should have a background in teaching English as a Second or Additional language and experience in teaching writing to non-native English speakers at the university level. A Master’s degree in a relevant discipline or area of study is a minimum requirement. Please submit a letter of application, an updated curriculum vitae, the names of three referees, and a tentative course syllabus (if available) to:

Dr. Carlo Lavoie, Chair

Department of Modern Languages,

University of Prince Edward Island,

Charlottetown, PE C1A 4P3

clavoie@upei.ca

Tel: (902) 566-0431

In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. UPEI is committed to the principle of equity in employment.

Closing date for applications is May 13, 2021