The Department of Modern Languages at the University of Prince Edward Island invites applications for a sessional instructor to teach the following courses during the 2022-2023 Academic year, subject to budgetary approval.

Please note: these courses will be taught in person, unless identified as online.

Fall Semester: September – December 2022

FR-1210 Basic French I (3 Credits)

This course is designed for students who have completed (or almost completed) the high school French core program, for those who have completed 1020, or those who are placed into the course through the Placement Test. The major grammar points are studied in order to take the student from the most elementary vocabulary to an ability to function adequately in simple everyday situations. The French Placement test is mandatory in order to enroll. Three hours a week plus lab or online. NOTE: Students may not reverse the sequence of any courses taken from French 1010 to French 2420, with the exception of French 2090.

Prerequisites:

French 1210 Language Lab Section - Must be taken at the same time as this course.
French 1020 or French Placement Test. Refer to Modern Languages Home Page for link to placement test. - Must be completed prior to taking this course.

Schedule: Tuesday and Thursday, 4:00 – 5:15 pm

Qualifications:

Successful applicant should have a graduate degree in French or a related discipline and experience in teaching French as a second language at the postsecondary level. Preference will be given to qualified candidates with seniority on the UPEI Sessional Roster of the academic unit.

Application Instructions:

Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae, evidence of teaching, and the names of three referees and a tentative course syllabus (if available) to:

Dr. Sanda Badescu, Chair
Department of Modern Languages
University of Prince Edward Island
Charlottetown, PE C1A 4P3
Email: sbadescu@upei.ca
Tel: (902) 566-0431

UPEI is committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and reconciliation and believes in providing a positive learning and working environment where every person feels empowered to contribute. UPEI is committed to the principle of equity in employment and encourages applications from underrepresented groups including women, Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity, and others with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities.

Closing date for applications is July 25, 2022