ESOL Instructor (Non-Credit Courses) - Roxbury Community College

Roxbury Community College; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Roxbury Community College (RCC) invites applications for an ESOL Instructor (Non-Credit Courses) to teach two or more weekly ESOL classes in-person, mornings or evenings at the Roxbury campus. The instructor collaborates with the ESOL program manager to ensure course quality, assess progress, and apply diverse teaching methods while keeping accurate records.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree (or higher) and TESOL/TEFL certification, with a Master’s preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher required.
• TESOL/TEFL certificate required or must be in process.
• Ability to employ diverse teaching methods and maintain records.
• Commitment to serving diverse student populations.

Responsibilities

• Teach in-person ESOL classes, mornings or evenings; possibly teach online.
• Collaborate with ESOL program manager to ensure course quality and assess progress.
• Maintain student records and support curriculum development.
• Stay current in ESOL teaching practices.

Skills

Teaching methods

Diversity focus

Collaboration

Record keeping

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

TESOL/TEFL certificate

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

AV equipment

Microsoft Office

Online/hybrid teaching tools

Job description

Roxbury Community College (RCC) is a public institution of higher education offering associate degrees, certificate programs and lifelong learning opportunities to the Greater Boston community. The Department of Education recognized RCC as a Predominantly Black Institution (PBI) and as one of the top 100 community colleges in the country for student outcomes through the Postsecondary Success Recognition Program, making it the only community college in Massachusetts with these designations.

RCC offers 24 associate degree programs, 6 credit-based certificate programs, 13 non-credit professional certification programs, 30+ lifelong learning and fitness classes, and customized incumbent worker training programs. The college hosts hundreds of civic and community events at the Reggie Lewis Track and Athletic Center each year. RCC is committed to providing all learners with the academic and non-academic support required for degree completion and long-term success.

Roxbury Community College is guided by our six core values of Accountability, Equity, Excellence, Honesty, Integrity, and Respect. RCC is also an AA/EO employer and strongly encourages applications from candidates who would enhance the diversity of its staff. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act requires all institutes of higher education to disclose campus policy statements and crime statistics. Our annual report is available atClery Report.

Job Description:

Title: ESOL Instructor (Non-Credit Courses)

Reports to: Dean of Workforce and Business Development

Date: Fall 2025

Scope of work:

The Mission of the Center for Workforce Development (CWD) at Roxbury Community College is to provide quality professional training for the residents of the Greater Roxbury and surrounding Boston metropolitan communities, skills upgrades for new and incumbent workers, and customized training for Businesses to help them reach their workforce goals. We offer a variety of short-term, non-credit training courses during the day and evening hours, and at weekends so students can attend training on a schedule that is convenient for them.

The Center for Workforce Development at RCC is hiring an ESOL instructorto teach two or more weekly classes in-person in the mornings or evenings.

Job Responsibilities:

• Teach in-person and potentially virtual ESOL classes, primarily mornings (9:00 AM - 12:00 PM) or evenings (6:00 PM - 9:00 PM).
• Collaborate with the ESOL program manager to ensure course quality, assess student progress, and employ diverse teaching methods.
• Help students master course content, maintain accurate records, and support curriculum development.
• Stay current in the field of ESOL teaching

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Work assigned schedule reliably and punctually
• Attend periodic faculty training meetings
• Assess student performance in achieving course goals and objectives
• Keep accurate records in accordance with the Roxbury Community College policies
• Maintain open lines of communication with the ESOL program manager and Center for Workforce Development staff
• Collaborate with the ESOL program manager to continually improve course
• Adapt and utilize course syllabi

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree or higher
• Experience teaching ESOL courses or possession of TESOL /TEFL Certificate
• Ability to employ various teaching methods
• Commitment to working with diverse student populations

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree or higher in TESOL or a related field
• Teaching experience at the postsecondary level, especially at a community college.
• Content knowledge in healthcare or mathematics.
• Experience with curriculum development and online/hybrid teaching.
• Familiarity with AV equipment and Microsoft Office.

Additional Information:

Compensation:$45 per hour

Location:Roxburycampus

Unit Status: Non-union

Expected Start Date: ASAP

Application Deadline: Rolling basis, as needed.

ADA Compliance:

The Massachusetts Board of Higher Education - Roxbury Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, The Massachusetts Board of Higher Education - Roxbury Community College will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.