Part-Time Academic (CHIN 1031.03: Introduction to Chinese (Mandarin Chinese) Part 1, (Section 1)) - Fall 2026 at Dalhousie University — NeverHard

Position Information Position Title Part-Time Academic (CHIN 1031.03: Introduction to Chinese (Mandarin Chinese) Part 1, (Section 1)) - Fall 2026 Posting Number PTAP3462P Department/Unit Russian Studies Location Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Job Summary & Key Responsibilities A part-time academic is required to teach CHIN 1031.03: Introduction to Chinese (Mandarin Chinese) Part 1 (Section 1) – Fall Term 2026 (September 1, 2026 – December 31, 2026) Currently Scheduled: TR 11:35 – 12:55 (In-Person) This course aims to provide basic competence in understanding and speaking Mandarin and reading Chinese characters. It is for students who have had no exposure to Mandarin or Cantonese. The part-time academic will be responsible for all aspects of teaching and administering the class, including admission, lectures, test preparation, evaluation, and electronic submission of grades. Instructors are expected to maintain reliable and constant communication with the administration of the Department, to be available for two hours per week for consultation with students, and to have students fill out the evaluation questionnaire at the end of the course. Qualifications/Requirements of Position Applicants should have native or near-native fluency in English and Mandarin Chinese and possess a graduate degree or other academic and/or professional qualifications deemed suitable for teaching the class. Candidates should demonstrate strong teaching skills, including communicative and student-centered language teaching approaches, grammar instruction, commitment to student learning, and a strong sense of personal responsibility. Previous teaching experience at the post-secondary level will be an asset. Salary Range/Pay Rate Per CUPE Collective Agreement Additional Information All offers of employment as a Part-Time Academic are conditional upon sufficient student enrolment in the course and approval by the University. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. In accordance with our Employment Equity Policy, preference will be given in hiring processes to candidates who self-identify as members of one or more of the equity-deserving groups listed above. For more information, including details related to our Employment Equity Policy and Plan and definitions of equity-deserving groups please review our Employment Equity information. If you require any support for the purpose of accommodation, such as technical aids or alternative arrangements, please let us know of these needs and how we can be of assistance. Dalhousie University is committed to ensuring all candidates have full, fair, and equitable participation in the hiring process. Our complete Accommodation Policy can be viewed here . Posting Detail Information Term of appointment September - December 2026 Open Date 07/23/2026 Close Date 08/02/2026 Open Until Filled Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting https://dal.peopleadmin.ca/postings/21594