SUNY New Paltz Vacancy
External Posting (Faculty)
Applications are invited for consideration for appointment to the following position:
Department: Languages, Literatures & Cultures
Budget Title: Lecturer
Local Title: Lecturer of Hebrew & Jewish Studies
Posting Date: January 22, 2025
Classification: N/A
Duties: The Department of Languages, Literatures, and Cultures at the State University of New York (SUNY) at New Paltz invites applications for a three-year renewable lecturer position in Hebrew Language and Jewish Studies. The appointment will be at the level of lecturer with an anticipated start date of August 2025. SUNY New Paltz is a competitive regional comprehensive university with a diverse student body, with students coming primarily from New York City, Long Island, and upstate New York. Currently 26% of our majors identify as Asian-Pacific, Black. Latinx, or multi~racial.
Duties of the role include but are not limited to:
• Workload is the equivalent of 30 credits per year, which will include a mixture of teaching elementary through advanced Hebrew language courses as well as content courses in English;
• Student advising;
• Coordinate the Resnick Lecture Series;
• Serve as coordinator of Jewish Studies, including advising students and promoting the program;
• Other program duties
Qualifications: Required:
• Master's degree in Second Language Acquisition or a related field in Hebrew language and Jewish Studies;
• Native/near native Hebrew and English speaker;
Preferred:
• Ph.D. in Second Language Acquisition or a related field in Hebrew language and Jewish Studies;
• Instructional technology and post-secondary teaching experience
Contact Information: Electronic submissions required. Individuals with disabilities who need assistance with the application process should call (845) 257-3628.
Candidates will be required to electronically submit:
• cover letter
• resume
• contact information for three professional references - references will be contacted to upload letters of recommendation
Please apply by visiting https://jobs.newpaltz.edu/postings/2761
Deadline: Applications accepted until position filled; priority given to applications received by 3/1/25
Other important information about this vacancy: This position offers full New York State benefits which are among the most comprehensive in the country; see them here: https://www.suny.edu/benefits/benefit-summaries/. The State University of New York at New Paltz is a highly selective, public University that is recognized regionally for the strength of its academic programs. It is located in the beautiful Hudson River Valley with easy access to New York City and other nearby recreational and cultural amenities.
SUNY New Paltz recognizes the unique skills, perspective, talents and passion that each employee contributes to its learning community. To work here is to accept an invitation to participate in the growth and development of all campus members—students, faculty and staff. The University’s commitment to inclusive excellence is an important part of our mission of public education and our culture. New Paltz continues to work on building a community that supports freedom, mutual respect, and civility. We seek others who support these values of diversity and inclusiveness and candidates of all diverse backgrounds who wish to participate in our cultural aspirations are welcome and encouraged to apply. All people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
The State University of New York at New Paltz is an AA/EOE/ADA employer.
Federal law and regulations require notice to all prospective employees regarding crimes that have occurred on campus in the current three year period. Please refer to the University Police Web site for the complete Annual Security Report (Clery Report) at https://www.newpaltz.edu/police/clery-compliance/annual-security-and-fire-safety-reports/.
Web Site: https://jobs.newpaltz.edu/postings/2761
