ELL Adjunct Instructor (Part-Time)

Chippewa Valley Technical College; Eau Claire (WI); Hybrid; USD 41,328 - 61,992; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Employee Assistance Program

Access to library resources

Job summary

An educational institution is looking for a part-time English Language Learning Instructor to create and deliver curriculum for ELL courses. The role involves planning and instructing classes, adapting learning strategies to diverse student needs, and maintaining professional standards. Candidates should have a relevant bachelor's degree and prior teaching experience. This position offers flexibility in scheduling, instructors must reside within commuting distance of the colleges in the region.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in ESL, TEFL, VESL or related fields is preferred.
• At least one year of teaching ESL or EFL is preferred.
• Must meet CVTC and Higher Learning Commission standards.

Responsibilities

• Plan and instruct courses in ELL.
• Deliver high-quality instruction and effective learning strategies.
• Promote student success through communication and feedback.

Job description

English Language Learning (ELL) Instructor Pool - Adjunct (Part-time)

Location

US-WI-Eau Claire | US-WI-Chippewa Falls | US-WI-Menomonie | US-WI-River Falls

Posting #

2023-1824

Category

Adjunct Faculty - Academic Services/Adult Education & College Prep

Type

Part-Time

FLSA Status

Exempt

Hourly Pay Rate/Salary

$30.00 - $45.00 per hour. Pay rate will be commensurate with qualifications.

Hours per Week

Average instructional hours vary based on assignment, may range from 3 to 8 hours per week.

Work Schedule

Schedule and hours vary based on department needs and candidate availability.

Overview and Responsibilities

Chippewa Valley Technical College (CVTC) is establishing a pool of qualified candidates to be considered when adjunct and/or substitute instructors are needed to teach English Language Learning (ELL) courses. Needs may become available prior to or during each semester. Program and course information can be found at https://www.cvtc.edu/academics.aspx#programs.

Upon successful submission of your application, cover letter, resume, and transcripts, you will be considered for future adjunct and/or substitute teaching opportunities. CVTC will keep your application on file as a prospective candidate who could potentially fill a position when a need arises. If the need shall arise and review of your application materials result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted via the contact information provided on your application.

Adjunct instructors are hired on a per course basis. Courses are taught face-to-face in classroom, lab, or clinical settings; online; or a combination of online and face-to-face.

All CVTC instructors are required to meet with students and/or attend meetings on-site on a regular basis. This means that all instructors, including online instructors, must live within driving distance of CVTC campuses. Campuses are located in Chippewa Falls, Eau Claire, Menomonie, Neillsville and River Falls, Wisconsin.

CVTC adjunct instructors are dynamic partners for both students and the College. An adjunct instructor works with students beyond the classroom to ensure their success, models CVTC core abilities, and demonstrates commitment to excellence in program/course content and delivery. An adjunct instructor is able to work effectively in a collaborative environment; is willing to innovate and change to meet evolving program and industry needs; and demonstrates competency with use of technology that supports learning and teaching. Generally, an adjunct instructor will be hired to instruct specific open classes based upon the adjunct instructor's qualifications and availability.

Plan for and instruct courses in the area of ELL.
• Implement relevant and progressive curriculum.
• Deliver high-quality instruction through the planning and implementation of effective learning strategies and environments.
• Create performance-based assessments aligned with competencies through formative and summative measures.
• Promote student success through timely communication, growth-based feedback, and implementation of strategies that meet the needs of diverse learners.
• Meet professional expectations by maintaining professional currency and contributing to a collaborative culture across the College.
• Ability to model integrity through self-awareness, personal accountability, ethical behavior, quality standards, and sustainable practices.
• Ability to think critically by applying problem solving practices, acquiring relevant information, using technology and other resources appropriately, and evaluating alternatives.
• Ability to communicate effectively by speaking and writing clearly, concisely, and professionally; practicing active listening; reading critically and adapting communication for audience.
• Ability to value diversity by recognizing personal biases, adapting to culturally diverse situations, and demonstrating a commitment to equity, inclusion, and respectful interactions with persons of diverse ethnic, cultural, social-economic, or educational backgrounds.
Please view the Adjunct Instructor Position Description for additional roles and responsibilities of adjunct instructors at CVTC.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher with a major in one of the following preferred; a minor or 20 semester credits in a combination of the following may be considered.
  • English as a Second Language (ESL)
  Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL)
  Vocational English as a Second Language (VESL)
  Teaching English as a Second Language (TESL)
  Applied Linguistics
  Bilingual Education
  Foreign Language Instruction
• Bachelor's degree or higher with at least 20 semester credits in ONE of the following may also be considered.
  • English
  Speech
  Elementary or Secondary Education
  Foreign Language Instruction
  Reading Instruction
• Experience teaching at least one year of English as a second language or English as a foreign language preferred.
Prior teaching or training experience preferred.
• Qualified per CVTC requirements at time of, and throughout, employment as an instructor. Must also meet and maintain Higher Learning Commission (HLC) requirements, Faculty Quality Assurance System (FQAS) standards, and/or other job specific licensing standards.

In evaluating candidates for this position, the College may consider a combination of education, training, and experience which provides the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities to perform duties of position.

As an equal opportunity/access employer and educator, CVTC is committed to creating and sustaining a diverse and inclusive environment. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.

The College is seeking to attract diverse instructors and staff who can inspire our increasingly diverse student population. We believe every member on our team enriches our diversity by exposing us to a broad range of ways to understand and engage with the world, identify challenges, and to discover, design, and deliver solutions. We value the ability to serve students from a broad range of cultural heritages, socioeconomic backgrounds, genders, abilities, and orientations. Therefore, we seek applicants who demonstrate they understand the benefits of diversity in a higher education community. Consideration will be given to equity-minded individuals committed to collaborating with faculty, staff, administration, students, and community partners who are also committed to closing equity gaps.

Benefits Summary

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  
• Professional development
• Access to expansive collection of college and public library resources for personal and professional use
• Free or low-cost services offered by CVTC program students, such as computer repair, automotive repair, Shear Inspiration Salon and Spa, and 620 West restaurant and culinary pop ups

CVTC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and activities. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the college's non-discrimination policies: Vice President of Talent & Culture, 620 W. Clairemont Avenue, Eau Claire, WI 54701, 715-833-6334, WI Relay: 711