English Language Institute - Adjunct Instructor

University of Central Missouri; Saint Charles (MO); On-site; USD 14,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Education assistance

Part-time benefits

Job summary

University of the Central Missouri invites applications for an adjunct ESL instructor to teach on the Warrensburg campus. Courses may include synchronous and online elements; up to 9 credit hours per semester.

Employment is contingent on background checks and university policies. Responsibilities include teaching assigned courses, preparing materials, communicating with students, reporting grades, and participating in cultural activities when possible.

Qualifications

• Masters degree or current Masters student in TESL or related field.
• Experience teaching ESL is preferred.
• Commitment to teaching excellence.
• Study Abroad or Living Abroad or Language Learning experience is preferred.
• Experience working with diverse cultures and languages preferred.
• Availability to participate in/lead cultural programming/events preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach the assigned course(s) throughout the semester; prepare materials for lectures, exams and projects.
• Communicate with students by email, phone, web conferencing, or in person.
• Report grades as needed throughout the semester.
• Participate in/lead cultural activities or programs when possible.

Skills

Teaching excellence

Language skills

Teaching experience

Study abroad experience

Cross-cultural experience

Cultural programming

Education

Masters in TESL or related field

Masters in another field with teaching experience

Job description

The University of Central Missouri is an equal employment opportunity employer

English Language Institute - Adjunct Instructor

Description

The English Language Institute is accepting applications from qualified candidates to teach ESL classes. The anticipated start date is August 2024, though future semesters are possibly available. The instructor will teach face-to face courses on the Warrensburg campus. These classes may also include a mix of synchronous and/or on-line instruction. This position may teach up to 9 credit hours per semester. UCM reserves the right to change the delivery method at any time during the academic year.

Examples of Duties

Position Duties include:

Teach the assigned course(s) throughout the semester. Prepare materials needed for course lectures, exams and other class projects. Be available to communicate with students by email, phone, web conferencing, or face-to face meetings. Report grades, as needed, throughout the semester. Participate in/lead cultural activities/cultural programming when possible.

Typical Qualifications

Education:

• Masters degree or current Masters student in Teaching English as a 2nd Language or related field.
• Masters Degree in another field with previous language teaching experience.

Experience:

• A commitment to teaching excellence.
• Excellent language skills.
• Previous teaching experience is preferred.
• Study Abroad or Living Abroad or Language Learning experience is preferred.
• Experience working with diverse cultures and languages preferred.
• Availability to participate in/lead cultural programming/events preferred

Supplemental Information

Note: A background check is required for the selected candidate of this position and any job offer is contingent on the results of this check.

The University of Central Missouri is an AA/ EEO / ADA employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Veteran status and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Special Instructions:

Full-time staff & 12-month faculty benefits-eligible position: Benefits include competitive salary; health, dental, vision, life insurance, AD & D, long-term disability; 3 weeks paid vacation per year; 3 weeks of accrued sick leave per year; 13 paid holidays; retirement; and generous education assistance for an employee, spouse and dependent children taking classes atUCM.

9-month faculty benefits-eligible position: Benefits include competitive salary; health, dental, vision, life insurance, AD & D, long-term disability; 3 weeks of accrued sick leave per year; 13 paid holidays; retirement; and generous education assistance for an employee, spouse and dependent children taking classes atUCM.

Part-time benefits-eligible positions: Benefits include generous education assistance for the employee.

Temporary, adjunct, student employment, or graduate assistant positions: Benefits are not included.

NOTE: A background check is required for the selected candidate of all staff, faculty, adjunct, and temporary positions and any job offer is contingent on the results of this check. Student employees and graduate assistants do not require a background check to be conducted prior to employment.

The University of Central Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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