In-Person ESL Adjunct Instructor | TESOL Master’s

University of Utah; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 68,000 - 81,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Utah's Continuing Education and Community Engagement’s English Language Institute is hiring in-person adjunct ESL instructors to teach ESL classes on a rolling basis. No online classes.

Adjunct instructors join a program focused on improving access to higher education and serving a diverse student population in Salt Lake City. The role requires a Master’s in TESOL or related field and teaching experience across multiple skills.

Qualifications

• Master’s in TESOL or related field with a TESOL certificate.
• Teaching experience across a variety of skills and levels preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach ESL classes according to class objectives and materials.
• Prepare class syllabus using syllabi templates and follow the Faculty Handbook.
• Attend a faculty meeting and 1 sponsored activity per session (4 hrs total).
• Maintain attendance, report daily, record grades weekly, arrange substitutes if needed, and communicate with ELI daily.

Skills

TESOL

Teaching experience

Education

Master’s in TESOL or related field

Job description

Pay Rate Range $49.00-$59.00 per hour depending on number of classes taught

Close Date

Close Date 11/13/2026

Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)

Job Summary

Continuing Education and Community Engagement’s English Language Institute is hiring in-person adjunct ESL instructors to teach ESL classes on a rolling basis.

No online classes

Responsibilities

• Teach ESL classes according to the class objectives and materials
• Read ELI Mission and curriculum, prepare class syllabus according to the provided syllabi templates, read and follow guidelines outlined in the ELI Faculty Handbook
• Attend one faculty meeting and 1 sponsored activities (4 hrs. total) per session
• Keep attendance, report attendance daily, record grades weekly, be able to arrange for substitutes in the event of an absence, maintain communication with ELI and check email daily

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s in TESOL or in a related field with a TESOL Certificate
• Teaching experience, preferably in a variety of skills and levels

Preferences

• Self- motivated
• Responsible
• Ability to work individually and as a member of a team
• Ability to communicate effectively with people from a variety of cultures and countries

Special Instructions Summary

Additional Information

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This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.


The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.


Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.


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