Developmental Education English Specialist

Alvin Community College; Alvin (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Alvin Community College seeks a Full‑Time Specialist to support student success through developmental education and targeted English instruction. The role collaborates with faculty and staff to strengthen learning and academic achievement.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in Developmental Education or English and English coursework credits, with a focus on curriculum design and instructional technology. Travel and flexible hours may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Developmental Education, English or related field.
• At least 12 English credit hours.

Responsibilities

• Develops, implements, and evaluates developmental education curriculum and academic support initiatives.
• Provides instruction for Non-Course Based Reading and Writing courses.
• Coordinates faculty and staff training and pilots new instructional approaches.
• Develops tutoring strategies, trains tutors, and supports academic interventions for at-risk students.
• Evaluates program outcomes and prepares progress reports.
• Travels off campus, works evenings or weekends as needed, and performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong communication

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

AI tool usage

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Developmental Education or English

At least 12 English credit hours

Tools

Educational technology

Job description

Minimum Salary $ 49,748.69
Salary offer commensurate with education and related experience.

Position Summary

This is a Full-Time position supporting student success through developmental education, targeted English instruction, and innovative academic support initiatives. The Specialist collaborates with faculty and staff to strengthen student learning and academic achievement.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Develops, implements, and evaluates developmental education curriculum and academic support initiatives.
• Provides instruction for Non-Course Based Reading and Writing courses.
• Coordinates faculty and staff training and pilots new instructional approaches.
• Develops tutoring strategies, trains tutors, and supports academic interventions for at-risk students.
• Evaluates program outcomes and prepares progress reports.
• Travels off campus, works evenings or weekends as needed, and performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Developmental Education, English or related field
• At least 12 English credit hours

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum of two (2) years English teaching experience
• Emphasis on Curriculum Design
• Bilingual – English/Spanish

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of developmental education practices, curriculum development, and instructional technology.
• Strong communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills with the ability to support students and collaborate with faculty and staff.
• Ability to use AI tools responsibly and in accordance with institutional guidelines.

Disclaimer: This job posting is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and is not a complete list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications required for the position. A full job description will be provided to candidates selected for an interview.

Alvin College is an equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate against anyone based on race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, sex, or any other basis prohibited by law.

Requires the provision of official transcripts and/or certifications within (30) days of hire. Applicants with academic credentials from non-U.S. accredited institutions are required to have their coursework evaluated in terms of U.S. "equivalency." Please refer to the NACES® website for further information.

May require travel to our main campus in Alvin and/or to various offsite locations, including local high schools in Alvin, Danbury, Manvel and Pearland and to Texas Department of Criminal Justice facilities in Richmond, Rosharon or Lake Jackson.

Fingerprinting is a requirement for the local ISD's per Texas Education Agency. Alvin College will reimburse the estimated cost of $50, if applicable.

This position requires a criminal history and/or motor vehicle records check.