Adjunct Faculty, English As A Second Language

LAKE TAHOE COMMUNITY COLLEGE; South Lake Tahoe (CA); On-site; USD 74,000 - 106,000; Part time

Job summary

Lake Tahoe Community College seeks adjunct instructors to teach English as a Second Language. The role requires adaptable instructors who can engage adult learners across day, evening, or online formats, and who actively promote equity and inclusive teaching practices.

Ideal candidates will have a strong ESL background, experience with diverse student populations, and the ability to deliver engaging, student-centered instruction in a noncredit setting.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching ESL to adults or noncredit learners.
• Ability to teach in person and online modalities (face-to-face, hybrid, online).
• Commitment to inclusive teaching practices and student success.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned ESL courses according to course outlines.
• Prepare, conduct, and evaluate in-class and online activities.
• Maintain accurate records of attendance, grades, and assignments.
• Refer students to counseling and student services as needed.
• Foster a respectful, inclusive classroom environment free from harassment.

Skills

ESL instruction

Equity-minded teaching

Culturally responsive teaching

Education

Bachelor's degree in ESL/TESOL or related fields

Bachelor's degree with related majors + TESL certificate

California Designated Subjects Adult Education Teaching Credential

Job description

California's Premier Destination Community CollegeAdjunct Faculty, English As A Second Language

Position Adjunct Faculty, English As A Second Language

Department

Department English As a Second Language

Initial Screening Date

Preferred Start Date

Details

Lake Tahoe Community College ( LTCC ) welcomes adjunct instructors who are able to teach in the English as a Second Language discipline and illustrate a commitment to fostering a learning environment where resources are devoted to developing opportunities for students to break barriers and thrive as scholars and community members.

• The teaching assignment may require teaching lecture-discussion courses during day, evening, or on Saturday and/or in an on-line/distance education format.
• The assignments are based on departmental need on a quarter-by-quarter basis.
• Applicant will secure and maintain home internet access during the duration of their employment to ensure regular and consistent contact with students.

Lake Tahoe Community College is committed to recruiting individuals that embody its commitment to diversity (BP 7100 ) by:

• actively demonstrating a commitment to embracing and celebrating diversity;
• committing to collaboration, effective communication and the development of strong working relationships;
• promoting purposeful inclusion of all groups and the free exchange of ideas in a respectful, trusting and considerate environment; and
• demonstrating a commitment to an environment where all students achieve their goals and have access to equitable resources and opportunities.

The ideal candidates for this position is an equity-minded individual who understands the importance of holding ourselves accountable for closing equity gaps and engaging in equitable practices both in and out of the classroom. LTCC strives to attract candidates who view the elimination of inequities as an individual and collective responsibility and who are able to reframe inequities as a problem of practice. In addition, the ideal candidate is able to demonstrate a commitment to student-centered teaching practices, effective cross-disciplinary and cross campus collaboration, transparent decision-making, and purposeful service to the community. The ideal candidate embraces the role of an educator who is continually learning anti-racist pedagogy and adapting to the needs of a diverse student population.

The ideal candidates will have the ability to utilize culturally responsive teaching and pedagogy to support students.

Starting at $65.23 per hour, see salary schedule 15-00 Part-Time Academic for compensation information.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES :

Under the direction of the Dean of Workforce Development and Instruction and in collaboration with the ADVANCE adult education consortium, teach assigned courses in the English as a Second Language ( ESL ): Noncredit discipline’s curriculum. Experience teaching adults at the low beginning and high beginning levels, and multiple modalities (face-to-face, hybrid, and online) is preferred.

• Provide instruction for assigned courses. This includes preparation for in-class or on-line/distance education activities, evaluation of students’ work, consultation with students outside of class and/or on-line, maintenance of currency in the subjects taught.
• Maintain accurate class and other records required by the district.
• Submit, when due, attendance rosters and grade reports.
• Follow course outlines as filed in the instruction offices.
• Observe, support, and enforce the regulations, policies and programs of the District.
• Provide each student with a written course syllabus at the beginning of the course.
• Refer students to appropriate college sources for information on counseling and other student services.
• Assist students by providing advice on requirements for successful achievement in the members’ area of expertise.
• Maintain an effective classroom environment and workspace.
• Work cooperatively within the college community.
• Foster a positive working environment that is free from harassment, prejudice and/or bias.
• Demonstrate a respect for the dignity of everyone.

Minimum References Needed 3

Employment Standards

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

Requirements: All faculty must meet state-adopted minimum qualifications or the locally established equivalencies.

Bachelor’s degree in teaching English as a second language, or teaching English to speakers of other languages OR Bachelor’s degree in education, English, linguistics, applied linguistics, any foreign language, composition, bilingual/bicultural studies, reading, or speech; and a certificate in teaching English as a second language, which may be completed concurrently during the first year of employment as a noncredit instructor

OR Bachelor’s degree with any of the majors specified in subparagraph (2) above; and one year of experience teaching English as a second language in an accredited institution; and a certificate in teaching English as a second language, which may be completed concurrently during the first two years of employment as a noncredit instructor

OR Possession of a full-time, clear California Designated Subjects Adult Education Teaching Credential authorizing instruction in English as a second language.

OR the equivalent

AND

• Demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.

NOTE : Applicants who claim equivalent qualifications shall provide conclusive evidence that they possess qualifications that are at least equivalent to those required by the minimum qualifications of the area for which they are applying. It is the responsibility of the applicant to supply all evidence and documentation for the claim of equivalency at the time of application.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Resume/Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter
• Transcripts

Optional Documents

• Transcripts 2
• Transcripts 3
• Other
• Equivalency
• Transcripts 4
• Transcripts 5
• Other 2
• Certifications

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Friday: 7:30am-6:30pm

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South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150

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