English as a Second Language Instructor - Andrews Extension Center

Odessa College; Odessa (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Odessa College is hiring an English as a Second Language (ESL) Instructor for the Andrews Extension Center to enhance English literacy and readiness in the Permian Basin. The selected candidate will develop and instruct courses while collaborating with staff to foster a supportive learning environment.

Qualifications include a Bachelor's Degree, strong organization and communication skills, and a flexible schedule. Preferred candidates will have three or more years of ESL teaching experience and familiarity with relevant tools.

Qualifications

• Seeking candidates with a Bachelor's Degree and strong organization and communication skills.
• Flexibility in teaching schedule is essential to meet student needs.
• Three or more years of ESL/EFL teaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop course syllabi and lesson plans.
• Prepare classroom materials and assess students.
• Create supportive classroom environments and maintain student attendance records.

Skills

Organization skills

Communication skills

Flexible teaching schedule

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Bachelor’s degree in TESOL, linguistics or relevant field

Tools

Burlington English online learning software

Ventures textbooks and workbooks

Job description

English as a Second Language Instructor - Andrews Extension Center

The Transitional Learning Center (TLC) at Odessa College is seeking an experienced English as a Second Language (ESL) instructor to join our mission to increase English literacy, as well as college and career readiness, within the Permian Basin. The ESL instructor will work with the TLC staff to create, organize, and instruct courses utilizing the fundamentals of language acquisition alongside recognized teaching methods. The college is hiring for the Andrews Extension Center.

Specific Position Duties

• Develop course syllabi and lesson plans
• Prepare classroom and course materials
• Prepare students for oral and written assessments
• Perform evaluations and assessments of students
• Utilize the Burlington English online learning software as a part of the ESL curriculum
• Utilize the Ventures textbooks and workbooks as a part of the ESL curriculum
• Create a supportive and encouraging classroom environment
• Maintain records of student attendance
• Observe and be observed by other staff and faculty members with a goal of increasing educational effectiveness
• Collaborate with educational staff to provide a positive learning experience for all students
• Build academically-centered relationships with students in order to increase their English proficiency and confidence
• Walk alongside students in creation and implementation of student focused career and/or academic plans
• Take part in registration, orientation, and graduation when needed
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Organization and communication skills.
• Flexible teaching schedule to meet student needs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in TESOL, linguistics, or a relevant field
• Three or more years of relevant ESL/EFL teaching experience