Director School of Japanese,Language Schools Job Middlebury area,Vermont USA,Education / Teaching

Founded in 1915, the Middlebury Language Schools are known for the Language Pledge®, a commitment by students to communicate only in the language they are studying for the entire program. With the support of outstanding international faculty and a 24/7 immersion environment, students who keep the Pledge make remarkable gains in both linguistic and cultural proficiency.

The School of Japanese, established in 1970, offers an intensive eight-week summer immersion program as well as graduate study leading to the Master of Arts in Japanese Language and Culture and the Doctor of Modern Languages.

The Director provides academic and administrative leadership for a Middlebury Language School of Japanese, ensuring a rigorous, immersive summer program that upholds the Language Pledge, the mission of the Language Schools and of Middlebury College.

This is a part time, non-benefits eligible, salaried position.

Applications received by December 4, 2026 will be reviewed first by the committee; those received afterward will be considered only if the position has not yet been filled.

Core Responsibilities:

The Director spends the summer in residence on the Middlebury College campus, overseeing the instructional and co-curricular program, and may teach one course. During the academic year, working remotely, the Director plans the curriculum, hires faculty and summer staff, evaluates and publicizes the program, assists with student recruitment, and oversees the admissions process.

Effective operation of the summer program
Quality of instruction
Fiscal responsibility
Curricular development and innovation
Student recruitment
Student satisfaction
Effective representation of Middlebury
Contribution to the goals of the Language Schools

Initial appointment is for three years, renewable thereafter subject to satisfactory performance and mutual agreement.

Senior faculty rank, with tenure or tenurable credentials at an established institution

Native or near-native proficiency in Japanese and strong English communication skills

Experience with second-language pedagogy, including the use of instructional technology

Advanced research and teaching experience in a language, humanities, or social science field related to the culture or cultures of the School

Substantial language teaching experience at the postsecondary level

Experience directing or coordinating a language program or area studies department

Demonstrated administrative skills, including budget management and hiring and supervising faculty and staff

Strong interpersonal and leadership skills; ability to foster an inclusive immersion community

Commitment to the Language Pledge and willingness to reside on campus for the summer session

Physical Demands and

Working Conditions:

Work is performed in an office environment and requires the ability to operate standard office equipment and keyboards.

Other:

An offer for this position is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check and references.

As an employee of Middlebury College in Vermont, you will enjoy being part of a vibrant supportive community.

Middlebury offers its employees excellent compensation and competitive health, dental, life, disability, generous retirement matching, and vision benefits, and a generous time-away program - up to 34 days per year, increasing as the term of service lengthens. Employees are eligible for robust educational assistance programs. The result is a very high quality-of-life in a gorgeous setting. Middlebury College offers its employees excellent compensation and other perks of employment including:

Midd Card Privileges: access to athletic facilities, discounts at the college store, library privileges, and cultural and sporting events. Spouses or domestic partners are…

Director School of Japanese, Language Schools