The U.S. Embassy in Yemen is pleased to announce the opening of the competition for the Fulbright Foreign Language Teaching Assistant (FLTA) program for the academic year 2008-2009.
The Fulbright Foreign Language Teaching Assistant (FLTA) Program enables young educators to refine their teaching skills, increase their English language proficiency, and extend their knowledge of the cultures and customs of the United States while engaging in non-degree studies at accredited post-secondary U.S. educational institutions. Along with their studies, FLTAs teach language courses, supervise language labs, and lead language table discussions. FLTAs may serve as an instructor of a foreign language class or be a teaching assistant. FLTAs may also act as resource persons in conversation groups, cultural representatives, coordinators of extra-curricular activities, guest speakers in civilization courses, heads of language clubs, houses, tables and much more.
Applicants must:
1. Be no younger than 21 and no older than 29 at the time of application
2. Reside in Yemen
3. Possess the equivalent of a U.S. Bachelor's degree with a good academic record (Master's degrees are highly desirable)
4. Be teachers of English or training to become teachers of English; prior teaching experience is preferred
5. Be fluent in English (TOEFL test not required to apply; successful candidates will take the TOEFL at the Embassy's expense)
6. Clearly demonstrate maturity, dependability, integrity and professionalism
7. Be outgoing and dynamic individuals with a great sense of humor
To apply, fill out an application (which will be available here soon) and submit it to the U.S. Embassy's Public Affairs Section by January 16, 2008.
Applications are accepted via fax (755-2282), email PASSanaa@state.gov, or hard copies can be dropped off at the U.S. Embassy in Sana'a.
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