Job Details

The ESL Instructor for the Basic English Language Learning (BELL) program provides instruction to adult learners to prepare them for acquisition of English language skills in reading, writing, listening and speaking to transition to postsecondary and/or vocational education for career ladder employment. Instructors are required to have the ability to teach varying levels of ESL from the basic beginner level to high intermediate and align curriculum with the English Language Proficiency Standards for Adult Education (ELT). Instructional methods must reflect a student centered learning philosophy, varied lesson plans to accommodate different learning styles, integrated career pathways based on students' education and career goals, and agility with technology use in class instruction. The ESL Instructor works closely with the Language Institute Director to support student education and pathways for student success.

• Align curriculum (scope and sequence, units, and lesson plans) and instruction with the English Language Proficiency Standards for Adult Education (ELT).
• Utilize prescriptive syllabi and materials for class use; supplement materials each semester to maintain relevance.
• Use technology effectively for timely grade and attendance submission as well as classroom instruction.
• Keep up-to-date on current education research and best practices.
• Maintain accurate grade and attendance records.
• Collaborate with the program Director and Academic ELL to support curriculum alignment and transitioning to degree program goals.
• Attend BELL program meetings.
• Attend semester calibration meetings with AELL.
• Attend professional development workshops and conferences.

• Bachelor's Degree in TESOL, English or Education, possession of a teaching licensure a plus.
• Experience working and teaching adult learners and diverse populations.
• Experience in using technology in the classroom; experience in instructional design.
• Ability to adapt teaching styles and materials to meet individual needs of students.
• Excellent computer skills.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Please review our program webpage here: http://ww.bhcc.edu/bell

Salary information: $45.00/hr ($2,700 per term). Opportunities for compensated professional development and curriculum alignment activities.

Review Date: open until filled

• Applicants who do not meet the qualifications as noted above are encouraged to put in writing precisely how their background and experience has prepared them with the equivalent combination of education, training and experience required for the responsibilities of this position.
• Please note that as a condition of employment, the final candidate will undergo Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) and Sex Offender Registry Information (SORI) background screenings in accordance with state regulations. The results of these screenings may impact the hiring decision.

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