Adjunct Faculty, English for Speakers of Other Languages

Lone Star College; Cypress (TX); On-site; USD 76,374; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition waiver

Participation in a tax deferred retirement plan

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Texas is seeking an Adjunct Faculty member for English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL). Candidates will be responsible for teaching diverse ESOL courses, creating engaging lesson plans, and evaluating student progress. A Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and teaching experience are preferred. This position offers a supportive work environment and opportunities for professional development. Compensation is $55.44 per contact hour.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in TESOL/TESL/TEFL or related field.
• Demonstrated ability to engage students in learning activities.
• 3 years of ESOL teaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach ESOL courses at various times and locations.
• Create engaging lessons that promote student involvement.
• Evaluate students' progress and provide timely feedback.

Skills

Mastery of course content

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Demonstrated leadership skills

Ability to appreciate alternative viewpoints

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in TESOL/TESL/TEFL

12 hours of coursework in TESOL/TESL/TEFL

Secondary/postsecondary TSEOL/TESL/TEFL certificate

Job description

Adjunct Faculty, English for Speakers of Other Languages

This job carries with it the obligation to uphold the Mission of Lone Star College (LSC) in carrying out the duties of the position. A commitment to positive interpersonal behaviors, professional communication, integrity, leadership, stewardship, respect and accountability to LSC students and employees is essential.

Core Beliefs

• One LSC
• Student Focused
• Own It
• Foster Belonging
• Cultivate Community

Recognized as a Great College

Lone Star College has been recognized in multiple categories.

Qualities of Excellence

As faculty members of Lone Star College, we strive to create a nation of world citizens in our students. In that pursuit, we model ways of thinking and being that incorporate diversity, equality, and equity. Our culture, then, requires the possession of transcendent qualities that, while immeasurable, are evident in global citizens. We are compassionate with our students, colleagues, and ourselves. We are innovative in the pursuit of learning. Ultimately, we create a culture where learning thrives, people are safe, and we mirror the qualities of world citizenry.

• Student Invested
• Content Expert
• Pedagogically Excellent
• Institutionally Dedicated

Campus Marketing Statement

Lone Star College offers high-quality, low-cost academic transfer and career training education to 80,000+ students each semester. LSC has been named a 2023 Great Colleges to Work For institution by the Chronicle of Higher Education. LSC consists of eight colleges, seven centers, eight Workforce Centers of Excellence and Lone Star Corporate College. Located in suburban northwest Houston in the heart of the CyFair Community, the college provides a full range of offerings including unique programs in fire science technology, logistics management and sonography. Since opening our award winning campus in 2003, the college has experienced record growth and supports an exciting learning environment that brings together state-of-the-art technology and active, collaborative learning.

Location address is 9191 Barker Cypress Road, Cypress, TX 77433.

Job Description

Purpose and Scope

It is the responsibility of the teaching faculty to provide the learning activities and support that will lead to the achievement of the course objectives and contribute to the educational environment of the college and the community. Primary responsibilities are to plan, develop and teach courses within the curriculum in a manner that facilitates student learning.

Essential Job Functions

• Teaches ESOL courses at a variety of times and locations
• Creates engaging lessons that promote student involvement and application of the material.
• Submits required college reports and forms in a timely manner
• Utilizes a course syllabus for each course, following established institutional guidelines
• Meets with and advises students either before or after class or by appointment, electronic communication, or other appropriate methods
• Evaluates students to measure their progress in achieving course objectives and informs students in a timely manner of their progress
• Maintains professional relationships with students, colleagues, and the community
• Attends meetings, trainings, and orientations as required
• Responsible for other reasonable related duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Mastery of course content
• Demonstrated leadership skills; Style that emphasizes collaboration, teamwork, and facilitation
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and interpersonal skills
• Ability to appreciate alternative viewpoints; Ability to work effectively with a wide variety of people
• Demonstrates interest in interdisciplinary teaching, service learning, learning technologies, course development, and adult learning methodologies including collaborative learning, learning communities and distance learning
• Commitment to academic excellence, exceptional service and providing a dynamic climate for life‑long learning
• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement instructional approaches such as service learning/civic engagement, learning communities, and the effective use of technology
• Ability to use effective strategies to engage students in their learning

Physical Abilities

The work is sedentary. Typically, the employee sits comfortably to do the work. However, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying of light items, such as papers, books, or small parts; or driving an automobile. No special physical demands are required to perform the work.

Work Schedule and Conditions

• Equipment used includes, PC workstation running on a LAN in a Microsoft Windows environment, calculator, phone and other general office equipment, and any specialized equipment standard within the discipline/industry
• Interface with internal and external contacts as needed to carry out the functions of the position
• Work is performed in a climate‑controlled classroom and/or lab environment with minimal exposure to safety hazards
• Hours will vary depending on class time; Instructors are required to meet with classes at all scheduled times and be available to students outside of class instruction

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in TESOL/TESL/TEFL, Second Language Acquisition, Linguistics, or English where English is taught as a foreign language OR Bachelor's degree or higher with 12 hours of coursework in TESOL/TESL/TEFL, Second Language Acquisition, & Linguistics OR Bachelor's degree or higher with secondary/postsecondary TSEOL/TESL/TEFL certificate, CELTA, or DELTA OR Bachelor's degree or higher with 3 years of ESOL teaching experience at secondary/postsecondary level OR Bachelor's degree or higher with evidence of 12 hours of coursework in at least 3 of the following:
  • language teaching methodologies
  • the nature of language/languages (e.g., introduction to linguistics)
  • the structure of English (e.g., syntax, phonology, morphology, discourse)
  • second language acquisition
  • intercultural communication (e.g., sociolinguistics, cross‑cultural studies)
  • practicum experience

$55.44 per contact hour.

Benefits Marketing Statement

By joining our top‑notch institution, you will enjoy being a part of an organization that offers a supportive, collegial work environment, excellent work/life balance, tuition waiver, participation in a tax deferred retirement plan, professional development opportunities and more.

EEO Statement

Lone Star College is an EEO Employer. All positions are subject to a criminal background check.