ESL Instructor

Position Title ESL Instructor – Adjunct Faculty, Adult Education Department, Triton College. Employment Details Rate of pay: $48.42 per hour. Type: Adjunct Faculty. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field (Master’s preferred). Experience with ESL, literacy, or adult education; experience with culturally and linguistically diverse students. Knowledge of second language acquisition theories. Technology and digital literacy proficiency. Responsibilities Utilize active learning and student success strategies in the classroom. Stay current in teaching area/discipline, including licenses, training or certificates as applicable. Teach to pre-approved course objectives. Instruct students in the facts and skills pertaining to the assigned course(s). Consider general and special needs of all students and refer students to support services as necessary. Electronically submit syllabi to the appropriate department or division office. Create, update, and distribute a course syllabus each semester according to Board policy. Prepare and deliver final examinations unless pre-approved by Dean. Submit mid-term enrollment verification forms and final grade reports, notices, attendance records, and other required reports within fourteen days. Notify department chairperson, program coordinator, and dean in writing of any pending problem that may adversely affect the department, school, or college. Keep students informed of course progress verbally and electronically. Inform students about relevant educational and occupational opportunities. Commit resources to student success, recognizing and embracing diversity. Conduct classes as scheduled and approved by the dean’s office. Cooperate with department chairs, program coordinators, and administrators on curriculum development, syllabus preparation, textbook selection, and assessment activities. Attend regular department/program meetings and college meetings as available. Hold office hours as outlined in the course syllabus. Use appropriate written and oral communication skills. Utilize instructional technology available in classrooms and labs. Maintain classroom and lab equipment in good order and keep inventory of assigned equipment and supplies. Recommend library books and other instructional materials; place reading materials on reserve in the library. Follow Student Handbook policies and procedures. Perform other duties as requested or assigned that are typical for adjunct faculty during the semester. Additional Information Triton College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer committed to non-discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, age, or any other protected basis. #J-18808-Ljbffr Triton College