English as a Second Language (ESL) Noncredit Adjunct Faculty

Position Details

Position Information
About Us
Howard Community College (HCC) is an exciting place to work, learn, and grow! We are proud to have received the Great Colleges to Work For honor for 12 consecutive years, 2009-2020.

Howard Community College values diversity among its faculty, staff and student population. We are an innovative institution that is committed to responding to the ever-changing needs and interests of a diverse and dynamic community. No matter where you want to go in your career, you can get there from here!

Position Title
English as a Second Language (ESL) Noncredit Adjunct Faculty

FLSA
Non-Exempt

FT/PT
Part Time

Hours Per Week
The number of hours an adjunct teaches will vary depending on scheduling needs. Courses typically range from 3 hours to 5 hours per week.

Work Schedule
The ELC offers classes from 7:30 in the morning to 9:45 in the evening Mondays through Saturdays. Courses run mornings, afternoons and evenings.

Position Salary Range
Teachers are paid on a scale commensurate with education and experience. All mandatory workshops are paid, and some of the optional professional development workshops may be paid as well.

Summary


We are looking for instructors to join our enthusiastic, energetic team of adjunct ESL faculty!

Here is what current instructors say about working for the English Language Center at Howard Community College:

• "I love teaching at HCC. I feel supported and respected by ELC leadership and staff."
• "The ELC program has been the most rewarding, supportive environment that I've ever worked for."
• "I really enjoy teaching at HCC. I have met so many wonderful, engaging students in my time as a teacher here. It is also great to be a part of such a supportive group of people."

The English Language Center at Howard Community College is seeking adjunct instructors for a variety of day, evening and weekend classes. Our instructors are passionate, knowledgeable and dedicated. They enjoy working with our diverse population of adult ESL learners and they are interested in professional development and growing as educators. We have an extensive network of support for teachers who are new to our program, including mentorship and Team Leader guidance.

Essential Role Responsibilities

• Teaching assigned course hours each week
• Lesson planning
• Regular assessment and feedback
• Attending required professional development and department meetings
• Completing required paperwork (attendance and/or grant reporting, if applicable)
• Delivering planned lessons in the classroom or online according to program standards
• Observing student progress for advancement in the ELC program
• Assessing rigorously and regularly
• Maintain accurate records
• Monitoring HCC email for program updates and information

Minimum Education Required

Experience Required

• Current pedagogical best practices in the field of ESL
  
• Cultural awareness and sensitivity
• Basic technology skills; familiarity with an LMS is beneficial

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree or higher in TESOL, linguistics, or a related field, or BA/BS in TESOL, linguistics, education, foreign language, English, or related field with ESL teaching experience, and a background or experience in teaching ESL, EFL and/or EAL.

Minimum and Preferred Qualifications

Physical Demand Summary

Division
Continuing Education Office

Department
Continuing Education Office

Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
NB035P

Number of Vacancies
20

Best Consideration Date
01/01/2027

Job Open Date
01/01/2025

Job Close Date

Continuous Recruitment?
No

Applicant Instructions


*Pre-employment criminal background investigation is a condition of employment.

HCC is interested in all qualified applicants who are eligible to work in the United States. However, HCC will generally not sponsor applicants for work visas. Due to HCC policy, only employees living in states contiguous to Maryland are eligible for work at HCC and include Virginia, West Virginia, Washington DC, Pennsylvania. Candidates must live in the commutable area or willing to relocate at their own expense if offered the position because HCC does not offer relocation benefits.

Please complete the entire HCC Employment Application (Candidates will be evaluated on completing the college's application in full).

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EEO Statement
Howard Community College (HCC) is an Equal Employment Opportunity & Affirmative Action employer & values diversity within its faculty, staff & student population. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. HCC understands that persons with specific disabilities may need assistance with the job application process and/or with the interview process. For confidential assistance with the job application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io.