In addition to applying on careers.umich.edu, interested applicants must apply by completing the application located at https://apply.interfolio.com/187167. You will be required to upload a letter of application, a statement of teaching philosophy, a current CV, and the names and email addresses of three people who have agreed to provide letters of recommendation. You will also have the option to upload self-developed teaching materials (such as a syllabus, a classroom activity, a quiz, and an exam), evidence of teaching excellence, and to provide a link to a teaching demonstration video.

The mission of the University of Michigan is to serve the people of Michigan and the world through preeminence in creating, communicating, preserving and applying knowledge, art, and academic values, and in developing leaders and citizens who will challenge the present and enrich the future.

The College of Literature, Science, and the Arts, and the Department of Asian Languages and Cultures (ALC) at the University of Michigan, invite applications for a LEO Lecturer I - Filipino Language for the Fall 2026 Term. The successful candidate will teach Filipino language courses at any assigned level. This appointment is scheduled to begin on August 24, 2026. 

Responsibilities include instruction at any assigned levels and active involvement in teamwork and program affairs. Appointment level will be 33%. This is a renewable one-term appointment. 

Applicants should have a Master's degree in a relevant field such as the following: TESOL, language pedagogy (in Filipino language preferred), second language acquisition, or linguistics. Native or near-native proficiency in Filipino and English is required. 

At least one year of experience teaching Filipino independently or working as a teaching assistant at the college/university level in the US is preferred. Preference will be given to candidates who are familiar with current second language teaching methodologies, instructional technologies, heritage/non-heritage teaching, curriculum development, assessments, and material.

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the Lecturers Employee Organization, AFL-CIO, which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours and other terms and conditions of employment.

The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks.  Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Questions about applying for this position can be emailed to: Agustini (agustini@umich.edu) 

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. The appointment opportunity described in this posting is subject to final approval by the academic unit.

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.