Grant Funded English As A Second Language (ESL) Instructor Pool

Del Mar College Testing Center; Corpus Christi, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Del Mar College is seeking an instructor for a grant-funded ESL pool to plan and deliver civics-focused English instruction to adult learners in both in-person and virtual settings.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field and at least one year of ESL teaching experience. Bilingual ability and strong interpersonal skills are essential for fostering a supportive classroom community.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education or related field.
• One year teaching experience in reading, writing, mathematics, and English language acquisition.
• Must be bilingual and able to facilitate group learning with empathy.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and provide instruction in English with concentration on civics to meet state and federal grant requirements.
• Develop and deliver lesson plans and syllabi for in-person learning and virtual instruction that utilizes a broad range of appropriate teaching techniques and strategies.
• Provide a caring and supportive learning environment that encourages adult learners’ responsibility, and incorporates appropriate instructional strategies.
• Adapt curriculum to provide individual, small group, and/or remedial level instruction as to meet the needs of individual adult learners and subgroups of adult learners.
• Maintain and complete required AEL professional development hours as required by the Texas Workforce Commission.

Skills

Bilingual ability

Computer proficiency

Interpersonal skills

Group learning facilitation

Education

Bachelor Degree in Education or related field

Job description

Grant Funded English As A Second Language (ESL) Instructor Pool

Position Information

Posting Number

Posting Number PT2656

Job Title

Job Title Grant Funded English As A Second Language (ESL) Instructor Pool

Department

Department Adult Education

Position Type

Position Type Non-Exempt

Employment Status

Employment Status Part-Time

Salary $28 - $30 per hour DOE

Open Date

Open Date 11/12/2025

Close Date

Open Until Filled No

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

This is a grant funded position. Continuation of this grant funded position is contingent upon the continued availability of grant funds. There is no right or expectancy of continued employment beyond the terms of the employment agreement.
This is a CONTINUOUS recruitment for an applicant POOL to fill Part-Time assignments on an as-needed basis. Departments or Divisions will refer to the POOL of applications on file to fill temporary assignments as the need arises. You will be contacted by the hiring manager should the department/division be interested in scheduling an interview.
AN APPLICATION IS VALID FOR ONE YEAR, AT WHICH TIME APPLICANTS WISHING TO REMAIN IN THE POOL MUST REAPPLY AND UPDATE THEIR INFORMATION.

Position Summary Information

Job Description Summary

Responsible for working with individual adult learners face to face and in virtual learning environments. Provide the teaching of ESL in compliance with Texas Adult Education and Literacy Content Standards while integrating civics, and jobs skills into lesson delivery. Helps adult learners meet their educational, personal, and professional goals while building strong community in the classroom.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor Degree in Education or related field.

One (1) year teaching experience in reading, writing, mathematics, and English language acquisition.

Required Job Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

Bilingual or equivalent in one language other than English. Must be computer proficient. Must be compassionate with strong interpersonal skills including communication. Ability to facilitate group learning and establish and maintain constructive relationships in the classroom.

Preferred Qualifications

Two years direct teaching experience in ESL . Teaching Certificate.

Special Instructions to Applicants

This is a security-sensitive position. Employment resulting from this advertisement is subject to federal laws requiring verification of identity and authorization to work in the United States. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check and reference checks. The College reserves the right to cancel, extend, or otherwise modify recruitment actions. Del Mar College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Upon request, reasonable accommodations will be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application process. Del Mar College supports veteran employment and provides consideration to qualified veterans consistent with Texas law. This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Our Culture

Del Mar College is committed to fostering a culture aligned with The Viking Way, which emphasizes respect, integrity, collaboration, accountability, and a commitment to excellence. Employees are expected to contribute to a positive work environment by demonstrating professionalism, supporting colleagues and students, and engaging in continuous learning and development. In support of the College’s Strategic Plan 2024–2029, Guiding Star III : Cultivate, all employees are encouraged to actively participate in opportunities that promote personal and professional growth, advance a culture of belonging, and strengthen the College’s ability to serve its students and community.

Job Duties

Plan, organize, and provide instruction in English with concentration on civics to meet state and federal grant requirements.

Develop and deliver lesson plans and syllabi for in-person learning and virtual instruction that utilizes a broad range of appropriate teaching techniques and strategies.

Providing a caring and supportive learning environment that encourages adult learners’ responsibility, and incorporates appropriate instructional strategies.

Adapts curriculum to provide individual, small group, and/or remedial level instruction as to meet the needs of individual adult learners and subgroups of adult learners.

Maintain and complete required AEL professional development hours as required by the Texas Workforce Commission.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * This is a grant-funded position. Continued employment is contingent upon continued funding. Do you remain interested in the position?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have a Bachelor's degree in Education or other related field?
  • Yes, I have at a Bachelor's degree or higher in Education or other related field (Submission of transcripts with conferred date is required).
  • No, I do not have the required education.
• * Do you have one (1) year teaching experience in reading, writing, mathematics, and English language acquisition?
  • Yes
  • No

Required Documents

• Resume
• Letter of Interest
• Transcripts

Optional Documents

Del Mar College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. As provided by law, Del Mar College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity/transgender status, sexual orientation), age, national origin, religion, disability, genetic information, or any other constitutionally or statutorily impermissible reason.