[CivilSoc] SERENDIPITY-RUSSIA JOB POST

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Please post this job announcement for for interested parties to access. 
Thank you,
Dr. Ron Pope
RonPope42@cs.com
http://www.serendipity-russia.com
TEACH ENGLISH IN VLADIMIR, RUSSIA
Contract period: mid-August 2003 - April 30, 2004, with probable extension for summer session to June 30. (2nd year renewal possible)
Site:  The American Home, Vladimir, Russia (120 mi. northeast of Moscow)For complete information see http://www.serendipity-russia.com
APPLICATIONS CURRENTLY AVAILABLE
APPLICATION DEADLINE:  March 15, 2003
(NOTE:  Late applications will be considered if positions remain open.)
The Serendipity American English and Culture Program has been in continuous operation at the American Home in Vladimir, Russia since September 1992 under the auspices of Serendipity: Russian Consulting & Development, Ltd.-now known as Serendipity-Russia.  Demand for English lessons from "native speakers" remains very strong.  In addition to classes, our teachers offer lectures on 
topics of special interest to Russians.  Recent topics have ranged from the "realities" of American higher education to much lighter fare such as the American preoccupation with physical fitness.
This is an exceptional opportunity to experience Russia in a uniquely supportive atmosphere and to accomplish something worthwhile in the process.  Previous teachers have commented very favorably on the quality of our facilities and teaching materials; the tremendous support provided by their colleagues, including our dedicated Russian staff; and, how much they have enjoyed their Russian students.   
Our former teachers have regularly parlayed their experience in Vladimir into employment in Moscow or stateside-or into admission to major graduate programs. 
Benefits include: 
�   A stipend 
�   Room and board with a Russian family 
�   Three hours per week of individual Russian lessons taught by trained native speakers 
�   Pleasant, well-equipped working environment in the "first American home in Russia"
Teacher Responsibilities:
--Round trip airfare to Moscow; 
--one year multi entry visa-Serendipity provides full visa support and pays the visa fee on the Russian side and the teachers pay the visa fee on the American side; 
--and maintenance of health insurance coverage in the U.S. plus emergency medical evacuation coverage.  (Medical care in Russia, with the exception of medications, can generally be covered.)
Some knowledge of Russian is strongly recommended, as is some 
training/experience in teaching English as a second language.
A limited number of internships are also available to individuals whose interests coincide with Serendipity's.
For more information please visit our web site:  www.serendipity-russia.com
For complete application materials, please contact:
Dr. Ronald Pope
Serendipity English Program
1403 Kingsridge Drive
Normal, Illinois 61761-2860
Phone:  (309) 454-2364-Tuesdays or Thursdays
FAX:  (309) 452-6332
pope@serendipity-russia.com