Detailed information
Work location : Kyushu and Okinawa district - Nagasaki
Date of publication : 2024/08/05
Invitation for Applications: Full-Time Coaching Fellow (CF) Position at Nagasaki University’s School of Global Humanities and Social Sciences
D124080391
Nagasaki University
Research field : Humanities & Social Sciences - English linguistics | Others - Others - English linguistics
Research/Educational Assistance : Contract employee - Nontenured - Non-tenure track - Probationary period present
Job description
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Background of the recruitment and description of the project
The School of Global Humanities and Social Sciences (SGHSS) at Nagasaki University invites suitably qualified candidates to apply for the position of full-time Coaching Fellow (CF) on a fixed-term contract The position of CF is a specifically appointed employee under the strategic scheme of university funding. The duties of a CF include providing English language support for students with a particular focus on contributing to English for Academic Purposes (EAP) curricula in an English-medium program (called the KEY Program within the SGHSS). Successful candidates should be able to contribute to activities (both inside and outside the classroom) by providing individualized study support for students and the integrated provision of program content across classes in cooperation with other faculty and KEY instructors. Experience helping students prepare for various kinds of English proficiency tests (such as IELTS, TOEFL, TOEIC, etc.) is preferred.
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Work content and job description
[Job details]
(1)A workload equivalent to 8 “office hours” each day for 5 days a week where CFs will be asked to support KEY instructors and/or SGHSS students (by correcting homework, providing feedback, having study sessions with students, etc.) in the following classes:
-2 class periods for Reading & Writing /week,
-2 class periods for Listening & Speaking /week,
-2 class periods for Reading & Discussion /week,
-2 class periods of individual IELTS/TOEFL study support /week
(2)Arrange and supervise English Communication Corner (once a month);
(3)Supervise and monitor the frequency and progress of students’ reading graded readers in English;
(4)Provide intensive test preparation sessions for students during the summer, winter, and spring breaks and keep track of their progress in language test scores; and
(5)Supplementary work relating to the development of English teaching materials or tools for providing support for students’ language learning and proficiency test preparation.
(3) Other duties related to English education in the SGHSS at Nagasaki University.
(4) Proctoring for English language assessments (TOEFL ITP /4 times annually).
(5) Other duties deemed necessary by the university administration. -
Assigned department
Existing departments
School of Global Humanities and Social Sciences
Job type
- Research/Educational Assistance
Research field
- Humanities & Social Sciences - English linguistics
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Others - Others
English linguistics
Wages
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Annual Salary : 3 million yen ~
Working hours
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Working hours :08:45-17:30
Break time :12:00-13:00
Holidays : Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays, as well as the company's work regulations, apply.
Application requirements
Qualifications
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Education and Degree Requirements
Bachelor
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Description
(1) Degree completion
*Applicants must have completed a bachelor of arts/science and/or master’s degree prior to the starting date of the position applied for.
(2) Teaching experience: Applicants should possess strong abilities and experience supporting students who learn English as a Foreign Language (EFL). Experience as an ALT in a high school or teaching TOEFL and IELTS tests at a high school or higher ed institution (including vocational universities, junior colleges and vocational colleges) is desirable.
(3) Other:
*Applicants should be energetic and proactive individuals who approach their assigned duties with enthusiasm and creativity.
*Applicants should have English language proficiency (minimum IELTS 6.5 or equivalent) to provide support for students in the KEY program, which uses English as a medium of instruction.
*Applicants must possess at least an adequate level of Japanese language proficiency to fulfill daily duties in the SGHSS at Nagasaki University.
Employment Type
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Contract employee
Contract period
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Nontenured - Non-tenure track
•Nontenured
[Status and Period of Employment]
•Full-time employee (fixed term contract, starting April 1st, 2025). The period of the contract runs, in principle, from April 1st up to the last day in March. The contract may be renewed each year, following a performance evaluation, subject to the stipulation that the total period of employment does not exceed 5 years.Probationary period present
trial period 6 month
Work location
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852-8521
Nagasaki
1-14 Bunkyo-machi, Nagasaki-shi,
School of Humanities and Social Sciences, Nagasaki University
Compensation
Application Considerations
Number of hired
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Job content supplemental explanation
There are forms to be downloaded from the ”Job posting URL” for (1) and (2).
(1) Curriculum vitae (CV), including a photo and email address as well as all relevant information since high school (degrees attained, employment history, experiences associated with English teaching, etc.).
(2) An intention letter in English [about 1,500 words] and provide short answers on the section where you find questions in Japanese.
(3) Certificates of English/Japanese language proficiency (as appropriate).
*Further documentation, including original copies of degrees and certificates obtained, may also be requested.
2 person(s)
Hiring date : 2025/04/01
Starting date : 2025/04/01
Application period
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2024/08/05~2024/09/30 Deadline for receipt
Application method
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Return of application documents
We will dispose of all application documents responsibly.
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Application document submission method (physically mailed documents)
852-8521 Nagasaki 1-14 Bunkyo-machi, Nagasaki-shi
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* Out of application period.
URL of this job posting
Selection / Notification of result
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Selection
［Selection process]
Selection procedure: Review of application materials followed by a panel interview (short-listed candidates only). Details of subsequent stages of the appointment process will be explained to candidates who are successful at the interview stage. -
Notification of result
Short-listed candidates will be notified of the interview schedule as early as possible. The successful candidate will be informed in writing once a decision has been made. Transportation expenses for interviews must be borne by the applicant.
Contact details
Nagasaki University
School of Global Humanities and Social Sciences (SGHSS), Nagasaki University
Akitaka EGUCHI
0958192934
hss_soumu(at)ml.nagasaki-u.ac.jp
* Please change (at) to @ and send it.
Notes
Our university promotes gender equality and encourages women to apply actively. Additionally, our university has a campus-wide no-smoking policy to protect students and staff from secondhand smoke. Therefore, we do not hire smokers unless they commit to quitting smoking after employment.
Please note the following additional points:
Application documents will not be returned in principle.
During the selection process, you may be required to visit the university for an interview, and transportation costs will be at your own expense.
If you are considered a candidate for a faculty position at another university or institution during the selection process, please inform the Dean in writing.
