ESL Instructors (Part-Time)

Capital University; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Capital University is seeking Adjunct ESL instructors for the spring 2026 semester in Columbus, Ohio. The role involves providing international students with rigorous language instruction to prepare them for their academic journeys. The position requires a Master's degree in TESOL or a related field, with one to three years of teaching experience. Classes will be held Monday through Thursday, from 8:30 am to 2:30 pm, potentially covering 1 to 3 classes depending on enrollment.

Qualifications

• Minimum one to three years of teaching in an Intensive English Program or English for Academic Purposes.
• Ability to teach a range from basic to advanced students.
• Assist with end-of-semester testing, grading, and tasks.

Responsibilities

• Deliver language instruction in person, Monday–Thursday, from 8:30 am to 2:30 pm.
• Prepare international students for their next academic journey.

Skills

Creative classroom presence

Effective written communication

Oral communication skills

Interpersonal communication skills

Use of technology in the classroom

Ability to work collaboratively

Education

Master's degree in TESOL or related field

Job description

The Intensive English Program at Capital University is seeking to hire Adjunct ESL instructors for the spring 2026 semester. Contracts are issued on a semester‑by‑semester basis. The ESL Program provides international students with supportive and vigorous language instruction that prepares them for their next academic journey. Instruction is delivered in person, Monday‑Thursday, from 8:30 am to 2:30 pm. Depending on enrollment, teaching assignments may be for 1–3 classes. The first day of class for the spring semester is Wednesday, January 7, 2026.

Requirements

• Master's degree in TESOL or a closely related field (English, Linguistics, Education).
• Minimum one to three years of teaching academic reading, writing, listening, and speaking in an Intensive English Program (IEP) or English for Academic Purposes (EAP) program.
• Creative classroom presence with an ability to teach from basic to advanced students.
• Effective written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills and attention to detail.
• Effective use of technology in the classroom.
• Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with colleagues.
• Assist with end‑of‑semester testing, grading, and other tasks.

Capital University is an equal opportunity employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, religion, sex, gender, age, disability, veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.