English Skills Academy Instructor

Keane & Beane, P.C.; Village of Suffern (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking educational institution as an English Skills Academy Instructor! This part-time role involves teaching English to diverse students, focusing on critical reading and argumentative writing. You'll design engaging lessons and assessments while fostering a supportive learning environment. Ideal candidates will possess a Master's Degree in TEFL/TESOL or a CELTA certificate, along with a passion for teaching and strong communication skills. This position offers a competitive hourly rate and the chance to make a real impact on students' academic journeys.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of ESL teaching experience at the college level.
• Master's degree or CELTA certification required.

Responsibilities

• Teach English to diverse students focusing on critical reading and writing.
• Design lesson plans and assessments to improve student retention.

Skills

ESL Teaching

Communication Skills

Curriculum Development

Student Engagement

Education

Master's Degree in TEFL/TESOL

CELTA Certificate

Job description

Position: English Skills Academy Instructor – 20 Hours per week

The English Skills Academy Instructor will join a team of experienced and innovative instructors who plan, prepare, and implement lessons, activities, assignments, and assessments for outcomes-based curricula. This person will serve as an instructor of English to diverse students who are advancing their language skills. They must have credentialed and documented experience in the content being taught and demonstrate enthusiasm and skill in communicating that content to students and other participants. The instructor should be able to create an environment conducive to learning. This role is part-time, with no supervisory requirements.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Serve as an Instructor of English with diverse students aiming for personal, business, or academic advancement.
2. Master the subject matter of the English program, primarily critical reading and argumentative essay writing.
3. Design strategies to improve student retention and create pathways to understanding the curriculum.
4. Prepare detailed lesson plans, develop comprehensive assessments, and provide feedback.
5. Interact with students in an enthusiastic, professional manner.
6. Plan and prepare outcomes-based lessons according to the assigned curriculum.
7. Submit administrative updates and documents by deadlines, including student attendance, course syllabus, assessments, and final grades.
8. Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

1. Master's Degree in TEFL/TESOL or CELTA certificate.
2. At least 3 years of ESL teaching experience at the college or university level.

Experience:

Experience working with multilingual and diverse populations. Strong communication and editing skills, with the ability to provide constructive feedback.

Starting Salary:

$50.00 - $55.00 per hour

Application Requirements:

• Three professional references with contact information. References will only be contacted with prior permission.
• Favorable background check results may be required.
• Official transcripts are required upon employment. Foreign transcripts must be evaluated by an approved agency.
• Applicants can contact NACES at www.naces.org for credential evaluation services. Expenses are borne by the applicant.
• Foreign transcripts without evaluation may not be reviewed.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Rockland Community College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, encouraging applications from women, people of color, veterans, and individuals with disabilities. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive campus community.