Lecturer in Chicana/o and Latina/o Studies

Job Summary: Teach one or more of the following summer 2024 courses.
Each course represents a 1/3 appointment: CHICLA 210 ("Chicana/o and Latina/o Cultural Studies") and/or CHICLA 501 ("Chicana/o and Latina/o Social Movements in the US.
").
210 is an introductory-level class on US Latinx cultures, focusing on expressive forms such as literature, art, music, theatre, film, and electronic media.
It will be taught online asynchronously 7/15/2024-8/11/2024.
501 is an advanced intensive writing class on social movements in U.
S.
Latinx communities.
It will be taught online asynchronously 5/22/2024-6/18/2024.
Class size will be up to 30 students for 210, and up to 20 for 501.
The courses will count for core requirements in the Chicana/o and Latina/o Studies certificate and major, as well as general education requirements.
For a full list of CLS Program courses, visit https://guide.
wisc.
edu/courses/chicla/.
Duties include preparing syllabi and modules in the Canvas online course management system, preparing course materials; presenting virtual lectures as appropriate, and facilitating online discussions and other interactive learning activities.
Duties also include preparing and administering assignments, grading student work, and holding virtual office hours.
Responsibilities: Facilitates classroom, online, and/or laboratory instruction and assists with instructional development and design for a single course or series of courses within an academic discipline to support the delivery of quality instruction.
Provides for-credit instruction in formats such as classroom, online and/or laboratory settings, including grading.
Serves as an instructor of record.
45% Facilitates classroom, online and/or laboratory instruction for one or more courses, including assessment of student performance 45% Develops instructional design and curriculum relevant to a course of instruction 10% Serves as an initial point of contact for students as it relates to specific course or series content and expectations Institutional Statement on Diversity: Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison.
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Education: Required Master's Degree The applicant should demonstrate familiarity with the interdisciplinary field of Latina/o/x Studies.
Preferred PhD Qualifications: Demonstrated ability to teach courses in Chicana/o/x/e and Latina/o/x/e studies and work effectively with students of varied backgrounds.
Work Type: Full or Part Time: 33.
4% - 100% It is anticipated this position will be remote and requires work be performed at an offsite, non-campus work location.
Appointment Type, Duration: Terminal, 3 month appointment.
This position has the possibility to be extended or converted to an ongoing appointment based on need and/or funding Salary: Minimum $47,727 SUMMER SESSION Depending on Qualifications Additional Information: The courses will count for core requirements in the Chicana/o and Latina/o Studies Certificate and Major.
There is a possibility this position can be extended in subsequent semesters to teach one or more course(s) listed on this PVL, or similar courses within the department.
This position may become renewable if there is a need for an ongoing appointment.
How to Apply: Please apply via the online application at jobs.
wisc.
edu.
Applicants will be asked to upload: - Resume or CV - Cover letter expressing interest in the position and indicating summer availability - List of two references from individuals familiar with your teaching - Sample syllabus (or list of learning outcomes, key readings, and key assignments) for at least one of the class or classes you are interested in teaching (CHICLA 201, 210, 501).
Contact: Ruben Medina rmedina@wisc.
edu 608-262-2093 Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1.
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