The primary needs are for teaching advanced conversation to undergraduate English majors. Other courses, including at the M.A. level are also possible depending on the successful applicant's credentials.
Minimum qualifications are a bachelor's degree and experience in the language-teaching field.
Applicants with advanced degrees are preferred and compensated at a higher rate. In addition to the aforementioned teaching responsibilities, the Department stresses in-service teacher development. That is, this teacher is also expected to function as a resource for developing his or her colleagues' proficiency in English. Casual interaction on a daily basis hones language skills and strengthens background knowledge about the target culture needed by Thai teachers of English who do not otherwise have the opportunity to interact in English. In connection with this emphasis on in-service development, it is vital for the teacher in this position to be available as a consultant throughout the workweek.