ELL & Academic Development Instructor (10-Month)

Lackawanna College; Scranton (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job description

LACKAWANNA COLLEGE HAS BEEN VOTED ONE OF THE

“BEST PLACES TO WORK IN PA” FOR 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2019, 2020, 2023 and 2024!

Lackawanna College is a private, accredited college serving the people of Northeastern Pennsylvania. Our main campus is located in downtown Scranton, and our footprint includes satellite centers inCovington Twp.,Hawley,Hazleton,Sunbury,TowandaandTunkhannock

Our mission is to provide a quality education to all persons who seek to improve their lives and better the communities in which they live. We provide our students with a direct path to a bachelor’s degree, associate degree, or one of many different professional certifications. Additionally, ourContinuing Education departmenthelps put the people of Northeastern Pennsylvania back to work with modern career skills. Lackawanna is also one of themost cost-efficientregional higher education institutions.

If our mission inspires you, and you are willing to go the extra mile to help our students succeed, please feel free to apply for this or future employment opportunities for which you meet the minimum qualifications.

Please know that only the candidates who meet the minimum qualifications can be considered, and only those selected for interviews will be contacted by a college representative. No phone calls, please.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES AND OBJECTIVES:

As a full-time faculty member, this person’s fundamental responsibilities will focus on teachingcourses in Academic Development, especially courses for English Language Learners and for students who are underprepared in reading and writing, along with accompanying duties as an instructor at Lackawanna College. Full-time faculty are responsible for a yearly course load of 27 credits across fall and spring semesters after their first full year, which provides a course release so new instructors can participate in development sessions as part of orientation.

Faculty members are expected to contribute to the strategic vision for their departments and participate in college-wide academic affairs and division-level initiatives. Faculty members also serve as academic advisors to a group of students. Faculty are encouraged to think creatively and innovatively to propose ways to enhance and/or maintain programs and courses within their divisions.

This position reports to the Dean of Curriculum and Faculty Affairs, although the academic development division chair will serve as a primary contact and support. The position is a 10-month appointment, with regular observations and performance evaluations during the probationary period to ensure academic excellence, student-first classroom management, and alignment to the College mission.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Prepares and Delivers effective instruction in Academic Development courses, especially courses that benefit English Language Learners and courses for students who are underprepared in reading and writing by emphasizing reading, vocabulary development, listening, speaking, writing, and grammar in a student-centered classroom environment.
• In collaboration with other support services (Writing Center, Student Success Department, etc.), develops support mechanisms to foster the growth of English proficiency skills for students whose native language is not English.
• Teaches courses such as ELL Writing and Grammar, ELL Reading and Conversation, as well as Basic Writing and Reading for College.
• Acts as academic advisor to an assigned group of students during spring and fall semesters.
• Creates mechanisms to help developmental education students progress from developmental to bridge-level and college-level courses through curricular alignment.
• Participates actively in departmental affairs and aids in evaluation and development of the academic development curriculum.
• Continues professional and educational growth and contributes to the College and community through participation in College functions and events.
• Participates in student learning outcome assessment and implement pedagogical and curricular changes accordingly.
• Other duties as assigned.

KEY COMPETENCIES:

• Excellent interpersonal skills necessary to maintain effective working relationships with students of diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds. Demonstrated experience working with diverse populations preferred.
• Knowledge of current trends in post-secondary education, especially as it relates to students who are not native English speakers.

EDUCATION:

• Master's degree in Education with a TESOL certificate from an accredited university or Master’s degree in teaching with an English as a Second Language Program Specialist Certification or training preferred.
• A Master’s degree along with a Bachelor's degree in TESL, TESOL, any foreign language, English, or linguistics also considered
• Degrees in Progress: to be conferred on or before December 31, 2026 will be considered, provided that the applicant also submits required information (transcripts, course program, etc.)

EXPERIENCE:

• Demonstrated experience teaching, coaching, and/or mentoring diverse groups.
• Successful classroom experience in teaching courses designed for English Language Learners and/or academic development courses
• Demonstrated experience using technology in the classroom.

Applications will only be accepted via online method by clicking the link below. Deadline for applications, April 3, 2026. No phone calls, please.

https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=9d114fa5-887f-4687-9b71-ee538589a4bb&ccId=19000101_000001&jobId=562846&lang=en_US&source=CC2

In compliance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and all other applicable non-discrimination laws, Lackawanna College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran’s status, or genetic information in its educational programs and activities, admissions, and with regard to employment.

Lackawanna College is an accredited, private, non-profit educational institution providing opportunities for career and personal development within selected associates degree, certificate and continuing education program.