ESL Adjunct Faculty (DAY COURSES) - Spring 2027

Union County College; Cranford (NJ); On-site; USD 48,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

Union County College invites applications for ESL Adjunct Faculty (Day Courses) for Spring 2027. This position requires teaching assigned courses and maintaining grade records in line with catalog descriptions and approved syllabi.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s in ESL or a related field with some teaching experience and must be prepared to teach in-person classes at the Elizabeth campus. This part-time adjunct role supports student learning and program assessment.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in ESL or related field required.
• Some teaching experience is required.
• Experience teaching at the community college level preferred.
• Unofficial transcripts must be submitted prior to interview.
• Additional official transcripts must be submitted to Human Resources upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Teaches assigned courses in accordance with catalog and the approved course syllabus, incorporating interactive approaches, technologies and methods where possible.
• Incorporates diverse lifestyles, cultures and national perspectives into courses.
• Incorporates the use of the library, writing as an instructional method, and computing technologies into courses whenever possible.
• Meets all scheduled class meetings.
• Advises Division Dean/Assistant Dean of absences in a timely manner.
• Maintains accurate grade and attendance records and submits required reports.
• Submits grades by published deadlines.
• Participates in assessment of learning outcomes and uses results in course planning.
• Plans in advance to ensure availability of supplies, textbooks and classroom equipment.
• Submits progress reports on students and discusses issues with counselors or appropriate personnel.
• Adheres to College policies and procedures.

Skills

In-person teaching

Diversity awareness

Adaptability

IT literacy

Education

Master’s Degree in ESL or related field

Unofficial transcripts before interview

Official transcripts upon hire

Job description

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ESL Adjunct Faculty (DAY COURSES) - Spring 2027

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Position Information

Position Title: ESL Adjunct Faculty (DAY COURSES) - Spring 2027

Campus: Elizabeth

Department: Institute for Intensive English

Employment Type: ESL Full-time, Part-time, Adjunct

Designation: Adjunct Exempt or Non‑Exempt Exempt Regular, Temporary, or Grant Regular

General Description

• Faculty member’s responsibilities shall be teaching courses as assigned.
• Faculty member must possess a willingness to teach an in‑person class.

Characteristics, Duties, and Responsibilities

• Teaches assigned courses in accordance with description published in catalog and the approved course syllabus, in accordance with schedule of classes and incorporating interactive approaches, technologies and methods when possible.
• Incorporates an appreciation of diverse lifestyles, cultures and national perspectives into courses.
• Incorporates the use of the library into courses, uses writing as an instructional method, and utilizes computing and other academic technologies in courses when possible.
• Meets all scheduled class meetings.
• Advises Division Dean/Assistant Dean of absences in a timely manner.
• Maintains accurate grade and attendance records for students enrolled in classes and submits required reports to Dean/Assistant Dean or Student Records Office.
• Submits grades per published deadline.
• Participates in assessment of learning outcomes and demonstrates the use of the results of these assessments in course planning.
• Plans in advance to ensure availability of supplies, textbooks, and classroom equipment requisite to successful teaching of assigned classes.
• Submits progress reports on students for counseling, athletic oversight, and record keeping purposes and discusses with counselors and other appropriate personnel any problems of students which may require special attention.
• Adheres to College policies and procedures.

Education Requirements

• Master’s Degree in ESL or related field required.
• Some teaching experience is required.
• Unofficial college transcripts must be submitted prior to interview.
• Additional official transcripts must be submitted to Human Resources upon hire.

Experience

• Must be able to teach higher level ESL courses.
• Experience teaching at the community college level preferred.

Competencies and Skills Required

• Certification or license as needed and appropriate.
• Demonstrated ability to teach undergraduates.
• Willingness to use alternatives educational delivery systems and instructional techniques.
• Commitment to incorporation of library, computers, writing and culturally diverse perspective into the curriculum.
• Knowledge of competency-based education.
• Commitment to the practice of providing for out‑of‑class interaction with students.
• Fundamental competency in the use of information technology.
• Commitment to continued assessment of the teaching‑learning process and its outcomes.
• Commitment to continual professional growth and development.
• Demonstrated mastery of subject matter of discipline.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• This position’s duties are normally performed in a typical interior/residence work environment, based on the activity scheduled.
• Some physical effort required; however, the employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• No or very limited exposure to physical risk.
• Some travel required.

Salary Additional Information

UCNJ Union College of Union County, NJ does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, marital status, religion, age, disability, handicap or other legally protected status in its provision of employment, education, and activities, or other services.

UCNJ Union College of Union County, NJ is an EEO / AAP Employer/Protected Veteran/Disabled

Terms of Employment

Part time.

Employee must establish primary residency in New Jersey within one year of appointment unless an exemption applies.

Posting Detail Information

Open Date 09/28/2026

Close Date Open Until Filled Yes

Optional & Required Documents

Required Documents

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter
• Unofficial Transcripts (official due upon hire)

UCNJ Union College of Union County, NJ does not discriminate and prohibits discrimination, as required by state and/or federal law, in all programs and activities, including employment and access to its career and technical programs.