Vacature Arabic Skills Teacher

Arabic Skills Teacher in Maastricht

Welcome to Maastricht University!

You know better than anyone how to build bridges between cultures and how to introduce your students to the Arabic language in a convincing manner. You enjoy working towards high-level discussions and encouraging critical thinking. Does this sound like you? Then read on.

Arabic Skills Teacher

• Our goal: You will be working with students at Maastricht University who are interested in learning Arabic. In addition to the language itself, the cultural aspects interwoven with the language are also of great importance.
• Your colleagues: describe the department/team in which the new employee will work.

What you do

You will strive to raise your students' Arabic to a high level in a short period of time. You will be satisfied when your students:
•  Know Arabic in both spoken and written form
•  Understand the culture and cultural diversity
•  Are able to hold discussions in Arabic
•  Can apply Arabic in their own faculty's field of knowledge

Are you ready to set the course for the years ahead? Then we’d love to meet you.

What you bring

We’re not looking for checkboxes; we’re interested in who you are and what you bring. Do you recognize yourself in this?

You are proficient in Arabic and have extensive knowledge of the various Arab countries. In addition, you have a high level of proficiency in English and Dutch (teaching languages) (minimum B1). You are able to effectively convey cultural nuances to your students in English, Dutch and Arabic. You are sensitive, emotionally mature, and able to assess which topics are suitable for group discussions involving participants from a variety of cultural backgrounds. You know how to skilfully prevent and manage conflict situations when they arise, including in the area of diversity and inclusion. In short, you have:
•  The ability to teach on campus.
•  An academic level of working and thinking
•  Tech and AI savvy
•  Good and up-to-date teaching skills, for example a BKO
•  A Bachelor's degree or higher in Arabic, applied linguistics, educational science or a related field.
•  Preferably experience in teaching Arabic as a foreign language at university level.
•  Language proficiency in English (minimum B1, preferably higher) and Dutch (B1)
•  A broad general interest, inquisitive and creative
•  A willingness to moderate complex discussions
•  A drive to work independently with your own responsibilities
•  Social and professional skills that make you a valuable team player

What we offer

At Maastricht University, you’ll work in an international, open, and engaged environment. We offer:
•  A 12-month contract with the prospect of a maximum of 2 temporary extensions, the employment contract will be converted into a permanent contract.
•  A gross monthly salary between €3708.- and €5538.- (based on full-time employment of 38 hours per week). 8% holiday allowance and an 8.3% year-end bonus.
•  29 vacation days (based on full-time), four additional days off (Carnival Monday and Tuesday, Good Friday, and Liberation Day), and the possibility to accrue up to 12 extra days through compensation hours.
•  Freedom and space to shape your work independently and develop your ideas.
•  A close-knit community of colleagues to collaborate and grow with.
•  A solid pension plan via ABP, company fitness schemes, and access to various university sports facilities.
•  An inspiring work environment in the heart of Europe.

About the Student Services Centre (SSC)

The SSC is the central point of contact for students. We offer support with enrolment, study choice, well-being, development, and more. Together with students and partners, we build a rich student life where everyone can grow; inside and outside the classroom.

Interested?

Want to know more about this position or what it’s like to work at our university? Reach out to Mercè Minguella García en Sonia Bourdonskaia / [email protected] You can also apply directly using the button below.

We look forward to getting to know you!

About Maastricht University

At Maastricht University, we collaboratively seek solutions to help move the world forward. We do this with 23,300 students and 5,400 employees across 5 regional locations, 6 faculties, and more than 70 research institutes. We encourage you to push boundaries and discover new opportunities for yourself and the world around you. Together, we can find the answers for tomorrow.

The vacancy is open for internal and external candidates. In case of equal qualifications, internal candidates will be prioritized.

Maastricht University is committed to promoting and nurturing a diverse and inclusive community. We believe that diversity in our staff and student population contributes to the quality of research and education at UM, and strive to enable this through inclusive policies and innovative projects led by teams of staff and students. We encourage you to apply for this position.