Job: Japanese Bilingual Sales Assistant, Lighting Manufacturer (NYC)
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Via Actus Consulting. If you apply, please indicate that you learned of the job listing via JETwit.
Posted by Jayme Tsutsuse (Kyoto-fu, 2013-2014), organizer of Cross-Cultural Kansai. Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.
Position: Japanese Bilingual Sales Assistant
Posted by: Lighting Manufacturer
Location: Midtown NYC
Type: Full-time
Overview:
Japanese company who specializes in LED lights and special lighting design. Most of the clients are museums and retail stores including high-end fashion brands Read More
Job: 2 positions at Morikami Museum (Del Ray Beach, FL)
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Thanks to JETAA Florida’s Wendy Lo, who works for the museum and recently sent another opening there, for sharing these two new openings. Posted by Jayme Tsutsuse (Kyoto-fu, 2013-2014), organizer of Cross-Cultural Kansai. Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.
Position: 1) Volunteer & Docent Coordinator; 2) Institutional Advancement Director
Posted by: Morikami Museum
Location: Deal Ray Beach, FL
Type: Full-time
Job: Program Asst, Teachers Program – American Councils for International Education (D.C)
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Via Idealist. Posted by Jayme Tsutsuse (Kyoto-fu, 2013-2014), organizer of Cross-Cultural Kansai. Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.
Position: Program Assistant, Teachers Program
Posted by: American Councils for International Education
Location: Washington D.C.
Type: Full-time
Overview:
Based in Washington, DC, the Program Assistant for the Teachers Programs assists in the implementation of intensive international exchange program for U.S. and international educators from a number of countries in Middle-East, and South-East Asia. The Program Assistant will work closely with a dedicated team of Teachers Program staff members and report to the Senior Program Manager. Read More
Job: Program Associate for Africa at ISEP (Virginia)
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Posted by Sean Pavlik (Fukui-ken, 2010-12), International Programs Officer for the DC-based Congressional Study Group on Japan. Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email
ISEP is currently seeking a full-time Program Associate for Africa located in our central office in Arlington, VA (10 minutes from Washington DC). Founded in 1979, ISEP is a nonprofit membership organization with over 300 partner institutions in 50 countries around the world. ISEP provides exchange and study abroad opportunities to over 3,400 students annually.
Position Summary
Under the general supervision of the Director of Africa and Middle East Programs, the Program Associate for Africa serves as program assistant for both the Africa and Asia Pacific Regional teams and provides administrative support for the placement process and program implementation including data entry and processing of online applications. The Program Associate for Africa works jointly with the Regional Director in administering student exchange between U.S. ISEP member institutions and member institutions in Africa and implementing the Africa Region Strategic Plan. The program Associate assists the Regional Director in outreach to designated US members; conducts outreach and engagement activities with students and coordinators for recruitment and retention of applicants. Read More
Job: Academic ESL Program Specialist – Adult & Continuing Education in Queens
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Posted by Sean Pavlik (Fukui-ken, 2010-12), International Programs Officer for the DC-based Congressional Study Group on Japan. Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.
Academic ESL Program Specialist – Adult & Continuing Education in Queens New York United States
GENERAL DUTIES
- Administers a College’s English as a Second Language (ESL) program.
- Supports the design and delivery of the ESL program to ensure high quality academic development and delivery of language teaching and learning
- Oversees the daily management of ESL courses; may also be involved in other language courses
- Assists with program development, market needs assessment, customer development, and outcome evaluation as well as student recruitment, enrollment, and retention
- Advises students on program requirements
- Prepares analytical and statistical reports for management
- Develops and maintains relationships with various College offices to improve student and faculty services; may perform community outreach to targeted populations
- May recruit and review instructional staff
- May supervise office operations and/or department budget including grants
- Performs related duties as assigned.
Job Title Name: Academic ESL Program Specialist
CONTRACT TITLE
Higher Education Assistant
FLSA
Exempt
CAMPUS SPECIFIC INFORMATION
Under the Executive Director of Adult Community Learning and reporting to the Manager of the Center for Immigrant Education and Training (CIET) in the Division of Adult and Continuing Education, the ESL Program Specialist is responsible for supervising the operations of English as a Second Language (ESL) programs for continuing education adult English language learner students. In conjunction with the department manager, the ESL Specialist will support the development of innovative ESL programs that meet all targets for enrollment, outreach, retention, assessment, data collection, and faculty professional development along with alumni goals attainment and tracking.
The ESL Program Specialist will:
- Assist with the design of lessons and curriculum; identify appropriate instructional materials to share with faculty.
- Collect, review, and provide feedback on lesson plans for faculty according to funder and department requirements; serve as a resource to part-time faculty on ESL curricular and instructional matters.
- Provide input to the manager on hiring for new faculty and lab assistants.
- Coordinate on-boarding, orientation, and pre-training for new faculty and lab assistants.
- Conduct peer faculty observations and provide feedback.
- Assist with organizing and tracking required ESL professional development activities.
- Coordinate testing and other program-wide events; provide pre- and post-student assessment.
- Organize student recruitment, intake, and program orientations/info sessions.
- Collect and monitor student data and outcomes; ensure quality data systems and reporting.
- Work with faculty to process decisions on student promotions, graduations, etc.
- Provide academic advisement to students on post-secondary and career pathways.
- Coordinate systems for student evaluation, attendance tracking, testing, etc.
- Serve on campus committees, as necessary; represent LAGCC within ACE, CUNY, or other groups.
- Liaise with external departments and agencies for appropriate student referrals and support services.
LaGuardia Community College is located in Long Island City, Queens, was founded in 1971 as a bold experiment in opening the doors of higher education to all, and we proudly carry forward that legacy today. LaGuardia educates students through over 50 degree, certificate and continuing education programs, providing an inspiring place for students to achieve their dreams. Upon graduation, LaGuardia students’ lives are transformed as family income increases by 17%, and students transfer to four-year colleges at three times the national average. Part of the City University of New York (CUNY), LaGuardia is a nationally recognized leader among community colleges for boundary-breaking success educating underserved students. At LaGuardia, we imagine new ideas, create new curricula and pioneer programs to make our community and our country stronger. Visit www.laguardia.edu to learn more.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree and four years’ related experience required.
OTHER QUALIFICATIONS
- Master’s degree in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) or other related educational field preferred
- Three years professional experience working with adult English language learners in a related continuing education or community-based environment, including experience with adult education intake, assessment, and retention strategies
- Demonstrated experience implementing and developing innovative and contextualized ESL curricula for adult English language learners, including materials with significant technology components
- Strong organizational and project management skills; excellent communication and Microsoft Office skills
- Ability to work with a diverse group of students and colleagues; fluency in a second language preferred
COMPENSATION
Commensurate with education and experience.
BENEFITS
CUNY offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees and eligible dependents based on job title and classification. Employees are also offered pension and Tax-Deferred Savings Plans. Part-time employees must meet a weekly or semester work hour criteria to be eligible for health benefits. Health benefits are also extended to retirees who meet the eligibility criteria.
HOW TO APPLY
Applications should be submitted on-line as follows: 1. Log in to CUNY Portal at www.cuny.edu 2. Navigate to Careers at CUNY Located on the left sidebar. 3. Search by job Opening ID number. 4. Click on the Apply Now Button.
Current users of the site should access their established accounts; new users should click on the appropriate link to register. Please attach a cover letter, resume, and the contact information for three professional references as one document in rtf, doc or pdf format.
CLOSING DATE
9/17/2014
JOB SEARCH CATEGORY
CUNY Job Posting: Managerial/Professional
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
We are committed to enhancing our diverse academic community by actively encouraging people with disabilities, minorities, veterans, and women to apply. We take pride in our pluralistic community and continue to seek excellence through diversity and inclusion. EO/AA Employer.
Job Title: Academic ESL Program Specialist – Adult & Continuing Education
Job ID: 11113
Location: LaGuardia Community College
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Job: Adelphi University Project Coordinator, Mastering English Program
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Posted by Sean Pavlik (Fukui-ken, 2010-12), International Programs Officer for the DC-based Congressional Study Group on Japan. Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.
Project Coordinator |
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| Job department/School: | Learning Center |
| FT/PT/Temp: | Part time |
| openings: | 1 |
| Job Title: | Project Coordinator |
| Location: | Garden City, N.Y. |
Title Position Reports To: Director of Learning and Writing Centers
JOB SUMMARY:
This Project Coordinator oversees the Mastering English Program which seeks to develop intercultural competence and idiomatic fluency in English designed for English as a Second Language (ESL) and other English Language Learning (ELL) students, particularly international students. The Coordinator will:
Liaise with cooperating schools, departments, and divisions on campus
Support Learning and Writing Center tutors in ELL issues
Conduct non-credit class meetings
Chaperone local trips when needed
RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES:
1. Meet with program participants in class; be available to answer questions.
2. Enter program participants’ data into assessment tools.
3. Plan and arrange for program related travel, including required University paperwork.
4. Contribute to Learning and Writing Center training programs on working with international, ELL, and ELS students.
5. Represent the Program at University functions and Orientations.
6. Contribute to any relevant grant proposals
7. Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS:
1. Experience living and working abroad, particularly in a dual language context is particularly sought; TESOL degree or equivalent experience.
2. Strong computer skills for using Windows, Microsoft Word, Excel and E-mail.
3. Strong interpersonal, presentational, and intercultural skills.
4. Ability to be organized and pay attention to detail.
5. Ability to prioritize workload according to volume, urgency, etc.
EDUCATIONAL/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
A TESOL Degree or comparable experience is highly desirable.
JQ Magazine: Book Review – ‘Colorless Tsukuru Tazaki and His Years of Pilgrimage’ by Haruki Murakami
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“Tsukuru Tazaki is more akin to a collection of related experiential pieces on existentialism rather than a straightforward story, which is why sometimes it can feel incomplete and unexplained. But there is a certain pleasure to be had from reading Murakami’s descriptive text, as he unhurriedly takes his time in building a backdrop by utilizing bits and pieces of asides and ephemera.” (Knopf)
By Eden Law (Fukushima-ken, 2010-11) for JQ magazine. Eden hails from the JETAA New South Wales chapter in Sydney, Australia, aging one hour at a time, his soul still empty, on the slow gentle slide to the eternal sleep of the grave. With the wind in his hair and a song in his heart, of course.
Haruki Murakami is a rare, superstar author who can engender the kind of excitement and anticipation more often seen with pop and movie idols. His latest novel, Colorless Tsukuru Tazaki and His Years of Pilgrimage, sold over a million copies in Japan in the first week, and overseas, the reception has been no less enthusiastic, with its release celebrated by midnight openings of bookstores with breathless fans queuing with anticipation.
Since its debut in English, the novel has topped the New York Times best sellers hardcover fiction list. As befitting such a book, it comes in a handsome dust jacket and cover designed by Chip Kidd, heavy with symbolism in blocked color bars and Japanese train routes peeking through plastic windows. Not all international covers for the book were created equally—check out this Tumblr gallery of all its international permutations, if you’re curious. It would seem that one doesn’t just read a Murakami novel; one experiences it.
I fully intended that last sentence to be facetious, but having finished the book, I’m not so sure I’m too far off the mark. In Tsukuru Tazaki, the author skillfully creates a world where characters are connected to each other by the most tenuous of relationships, gossamer-thin and fragile. For our eponymous protagonist, the most important relationship of his life—that with the only group of friends he has ever had—is suddenly and inexplicably severed, and he finds himself banished without explanation, causing a kind of spiritual trauma.
Recent Updates from Andy Anderson
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The Taylor Anderson Memorial Fund Continues to Contribute to Ishinomaki
Here’s a quick update from Andy Anderson on the TAMF’s activities, made possible in part by the generous donations of the JET alumni:
“The Taylor Anderson Memorial Fund had its second board meeting in Tokyo in early July and approved four new reading initiatives in Ishinomaki including a book club and reading groups for local volunteers. We also committed to “Hope for Tomorrow” to support twenty Ishinomaki students who need help to obtain college admission. I met with the Tokyo YMCA to plan the return exchange of seven 2012 Richmond host family students to stay with Ishinomaki host families. We are very grateful to the Tokyo YMCA for planning and paying for the Japan itinerary and ANA for discounted airline tickets! The exchange was very successful and you can see posts on our Facebook page about the trip. I also visited Ishinomaki High School to view the new Taylor Bunko with 541 new books and meet with faculty and former students of Taylor’s. We met with Ishinomaki Senshu University (ISU) to plan for a new Taylor Bunko there. The University is located close to temporary housing and the library is open to all in Ishinomaki. We have begun to plan a unique research exchange program with ISU and Taylor’s alma mater, Randolph-Macon College. We worked with Project Yui and Team Watahoi to bring a Sports Onigokko Tag (www.onigokko.or.jp) day to Watanoha Elementary School on August 19th. We appreciate all of your support and are very grateful to Global Giving for offering to double donations this week! Please continue to check our Facebook page for updates!”
2014 JET Memorial Invitation Program
Andy also let us know about the initial batch of essays that have been posted from the 2014 JET Memorial Invitation Program, which you can access on the Japan Foundation website at http://jflalc.org/pub-breeze83.html. More essays are posted every month, so remember to check regularly. You’ll need to scroll down the page a ways to find the links, but they’re well worth the search.
WIT Life #274: Air K in U.S. Open Semis!
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WIT Life is a periodic series written by professional Writer/Interpreter/Translator Stacy Smith (Kumamoto-ken CIR, 2000-03). She starts her day by watching Fujisankei’s newscast in Japanese, and here she shares some of the interesting tidbits and trends along with her own observations.
The U.S. Open, one of tennis’s four Grand Slams held right here in Queens, is one of my favorite annual events. This year’s tournament is even more special due to the advancement of 24-year old Japanese player Kei Nishikori to the semifinals! In doing this he became the first Japanese man to reach the U.S. Open semis in almost a century. Tomorrow afternoon he will face Novak Djokovic in this match, and a win would give him a potential meeting with Roger Federer in the finals (the other semi features Federer vs. Marin Cilic). In less than two days apart, Nishikori played two grueling 5-set matches in both the Round of 16 and the quarterfinals. The former concluded at 2:26 a.m., tying the record for the latest finishing match at the Open!
One would expect Nishikori’s huge total match time to have taken a toll on his fitness, but his energy level still seems to be high, as is his confidence. When recently interviewed by the Japanese press, his comment was along the lines of him saying he’s unbeatable at this point, and I hope his words prove to be true. I wrote here about his showing in previous U.S. Opens, but his chances look the best this year. Ganbare Air K!
Job: Coach/Corporate Trainer and Translator (2 Positions) – “Own the Room”
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JET-relevant positions shared through LinkedIn. Posted by Jayme Tsutsuse (Kyoto-fu, 2013-2014), organizer of Cross-Cultural Kansai. Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.
Position: Corporate Trainer
I’ll Make It Myself!: Recipe Redo: Rosemary-Orange Ricotta Muffins v2.0
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L.M. Zoller (CIR Ishikawa-ken, Anamizu, 2009-11) is the editor of The Ishikawa JET Kitchen: Cooking in Japan Without a Fight. Ze works in international student exchange; writes I’ll Make It Myself!, a blog about food culture in Japan and the US; curates The Rice Cooker Chronicles, a series of essays by JETs and JET alumni on the theme of cooking/eating and being alone in Japan; and admins The JET Alumni Culinary Group on LinkedIn.
An improvement on the first version–incredibly fluffy muffins that can be made in Japan with homemade ricotta.
JETAA Chapter beat-September 4th
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Ashlie O’Neill (Hyogo-Ken, 2013-Present) AJET National Council Director of Alumni Relations. This is a new position to help strengthen the relationship between JETAA/AJET. Please feel free to contact her email at ashlie.oneill@ajet.net or her Linkedin profile. Ashlie helps to keep you up up to date with JETAA happenings around the world.
Let’s see what is coming up in September in JETAA Chapters .
JETAADC
Okinawan Performing arts at the Kennedy Center
Enjoy Performances by
- Creative Eisa –Shishi-mai (Dance of Japanese lion）
- Traditional Karate –Breathing methodologies, Kata, Sanchin-kata
- Ryukyu Buyo （Classical Dance） –Yotsutake, Kasekake, Hatomabushi
If you are interested in going with JETAADC please send a message to social@jetaadc.org with the number of people in your party and where you will meet them.
Yukata Hop in Astoria-September 6th
Summer’s not over until September 21st (at least according to the official calendar)- so in order to keep the summer going JETAANY is having a Yukata Hop in Queens! Meet JETAANY at the Strand Smokehouse in Astoria and then head out to a couple other bars in the area (TBA soon). If you don’t have a Yukata, you are still welcome to join! Please feel free to wear other festive garb (happi coats, jinbei, etc.).
Japan Summer Fest-13th of September
Join JETAA Music City for games, delicious food, Japanese culture, and of course some great performances, including taiko, kendo and more at Japan Summer Fest! For a list of performances and activities, visit:http://www.jask.org/festivalevents
PNWJETAA booth at the 17th Annual Aki Matsuri presented by the Eastside Nihon Matsuri Association – 6 & 7th of September
Every Fall, ENMA presents “Aki Matsuri (Fall Festival)”, a 2-day program of Japanese cultural, educational, and fun events for all age groups.The Aki Matsuri is a celebration of Japan’s rich cultural heritage. A large number of local artists and craft persons practicing Japanese-style arts and crafts (including the performing arts and martial arts), and Japan related businesses & organizations will be participating during the entire two day event activities.
PNWJETAA will have a booth where they will have volunteers sharing their experiences in Japan.
If you are interested in volunteering for the both please contact Jennifer at vicepresident@nullpnwjetaa.org.
Support JETAA Toronto while they compete in a Dragon Boat Race
Ever wanted to see a dragon boat race? Or even better – Ever wanted to see your fellow JETAA members race for glory and for good food? Then join JETAA Toronto this weekend at Marilyn Bell Park on Saturday or Sunday and cheer them on!
Job: Japanese-speaking Media and Marketing Assistant Manager (Sydney)
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Via JETAA Oceania. Posted by Jayme Tsutsuse (Kyoto-fu, 2013-2014), organizer of Cross-Cultural Kansai. Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.
Position: Program Officer, Global Exchange Operations
Posted by: Advantage Professional
Location: Sydney, Australia
Type: Full-time
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Job: Kakehashi Project Coordinator – Japan Foundation (NYC)
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Thanks to Susannah Davidson (Shimane-ken, CIR, 2010-2013), Project Coordinator for the Japan Foundation’s Kakehashi Project, for sharing this great JET-relevant listing. Posted by Jayme Tsutsuse (Kyoto-fu, 2013-2014), organizer of Cross-Cultural Kansai. Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.
Position: Kakehashi Project Coordinator
Posted by: Japan Foundation
Location: New York, NY
Type: Full-time
Overview:
The Japan Foundation, New York seeks a Kakehashi Project guide to assist with the logistics and planning of the Kakehashi Project exchange program. Native level fluency in Japanese and English is required. Please review the original job posting (in Japanese only) for more information.
Here is the direct link to the job posting:
http://www.jfny.org/files/doc/Kakehashi.pdf
Job: Program Coordinator – Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens (Del Ray Beach, FL)
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Thanks to JETAA Florida’s Wendy Lo, who works at Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens for passing this on. Posted by Jayme Tsutsuse (Kyoto-fu, 2013-2014), organizer of Cross-Cultural Kansai. Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.
Position: Program Coordinator
Posted by: Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens
Location: Del Ray Beach, FL
Type: Full-time
Overview:
The Youth and Outreach Program Coordinator will be responsible for the creation and implementation of educational programming for children (K-12) activities and outreach programs. This includes children’s activities at our annual festivals, special events, and Summer Tour Plus program. Must be able to work evenings and weekend events. Read More
