Macalester College in St. Paul, MN
Overview
The department of Asian Languages and Cultures at Macalester College in St. Paul, Minnesota, is seeking a part-time language lab instructor for the 2025-2026 academic year, September 2, 2025 – May 31, 2026. Language Lab Instructors teach small-group sections that supplement Japanese language courses taught by professors, and they plan cultural events.
This .56FTE part-time benefits-eligible staff position is active during the 9-month academic calendar (September-May) but paid over 12 months (September-August). During the academic year, this position works approximately 26 hours per week.
About The Department:
Macalester’s Asian Languages and Cultures department offers Mandarin Chinese and Japanese languages courses, as well as a range of seminars designed to help students deepen their understanding of East Asian literature, film, linguistics, music, geography, art history, religion, politics, and anthropology. Our department is committed to inclusive teaching and learning in all of our classes.
Responsibilities
- Prepare materials for and teach all lab classes (8 or 9 classes per week, but only 3 preps; one prep can cover 2-3 classes)
- Hold regular office hours
- Weekly meeting with faculty
- Plan cultural events
Qualifications
- B.A or higher
- Teaching experience at the college level is preferred but not required.
- Advanced proficiency in all modalities of Japanese and English
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Compensation
- Salary range: $28,000 – $31,100, based on the qualifications and experience.
Benefits
At Macalester, we are proud to offer excellent comprehensive employee benefits. Here are some highlights:
- 10% employer contributions to the retirement plan.
- Outstanding vacation and sick time packages, plus an additional 10 holidays.
- Generous employer contribution to Health Savings Account.
- Tuition assistance which pays between 75% – 100% of eligible tuition for employee dependents at select institutions.
- Free primary care for most services through Nice Healthcare when enrolled in a Macalester health plan.
- Access to the athletics fitness facility, wellness coaching, and activities.
These are just some of the great benefits Macalester has to offer! To see our full benefits packages and options, please visit our Benefits Page.
Satisfactory completion of a criminal background check is a condition of employment.
Application Guidelines:
For best consideration, please submit your cover letter, vitae, at least one recommendation letter, and a 5-minute audio recording introducing yourself in both Japanese and English.
Two Steps to Apply:
1st Please apply with your vitae and cover letter through theMacalester Employment Opportunities webpage.
2nd Please submit your recommendation letter and the 5 minute audio recording introducing yourself in both Japanese and English via email to kflanner@macalester.edu.
Applications missing any of these 4 required items will not be considered.
Review of applications will begin April 30th, 2025 and will continue until the position is filled.
Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. In addition, candidates relying on an OPT visa with STEM extension are not eligible for hire.
Jaclyn Howard
Talent Acquisition Manager
jhoward3@Macalester.edu
Macalester College – Institutional Overview
Founded in 1874, Macalester College provides students with the inspiration, insight, and experience to become successful and ethical leaders. Located in flourishing St. Paul, Minnesota, Macalester enrolls over 2,000 students from across the country and around the world. Macalester is a preeminent liberal arts college recognized for its student service and celebration of internationalism.
At Macalester, we look at our employees through a whole-person, holistic lens. With comprehensive benefits and well-being programs, we provide and enable our community members to grow and care for themselves, their families, and one another. Our whole-hearted fidelity to community-building and social justice exemplify these ideals. Macalester College continuously prioritizes a culturally diverse and pluralistic community. We value individuals of all backgrounds and lived experiences.
Our rich blend of people holding varied identities enhances our strong commitment to multiculturalism and global citizenship. We seek candidates who reflect and strengthen our campus environment. Macalester invites and encourages everyone to apply who would add depth to our community including those from all sexual orientations, races, ethnicities, national origins, genders, religions, abilities, and ages.
