Adjunct, English Language Center

Drexel University; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

Drexel University seeks adjunct instructors to teach ESL courses, including writing and test preparation, for 3-13 hours per week. Candidates should have at least a Bachelor's degree and experience working in higher education. This role requires outstanding English proficiency and technology skills for classroom instruction.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years experience in higher education.
• Able to teach academic preparation courses.
• Experience with Blackboard and classroom technologies.

Responsibilities

• Teach ESL writing, speaking, grammar, vocabulary.
• Conduct TOEFL or IELTS test preparation courses.
• Work independently in fast-paced academic environment.

Skills

English proficiency

Technology usage

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

Job description

About The College Of Arts And Sciences

The College of Arts and Sciences (CoAS) delivers a time-honored liberal arts education paired with Drexel’s renowned focus on applied learning. Our research and scholarship explore contemporary issues with an eye toward improving the common good. With a breadth of disciplines in the natural sciences, social sciences and humanities, and a focus on the now, the College is the perfect home for curious scholars who seek to apply their learning in the service of humanity. Our undergraduate programs, Co-op experiences and Community-Based Learning courses give students a broad-based, hands-on education that prepares them to make an impact immediately. Our graduate programs take a rigorous yet practical approach to advancing knowledge. Our faculty members are dedicated teachers and gifted scholars who publish groundbreaking research on the world’s most pressing issues.

About The English Language Center

The English Language Center (ELC)’s Intensive English Program and International Gateway Program are accredited by the Commission on English Language Program Accreditation. In addition, the ELC is a member of the University and College Intensive English Programs consortium and EnglishUSA.

Job Summary

Adjunct instructors needed to teach 3-13 hours per week in the following courses: ESL writing, speaking, grammar, vocabulary, content-based English (business, science, communications) and TOEFL or IELTS test preparation.

Essential Functions

Teach 3 - 13 hours per week in the following courses: ESL writing, speaking, grammar, vocabulary, content-based English (business, science, communications) and TOEFL or IELTS test preparation.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of Bachelor's Degree.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in higher education or working with college students.
• Able to teach academic preparation courses.
• Able to work independently after orientation in a fast-paced academic environment (10-week & 5-week terms or short-term programs).
• Superior level of English proficiency.
• Able to use technology such as Blackboard, Smartboard, audio streaming and other classroom technologies.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's Degree.
• Experience working with Chinese or Middle Eastern students.
  
  

Special Instructions to the Applicant

Please make sure you upload your CV/resume and cover letter when submitting your application.