Part-Time ESL & Adult Education Instructor

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 56,000 - 66,000; Part time

Job summary

Olive-Harvey College is seeking a Part-Time ESL Adult Educator to teach students in the Adult Education Department, helping them learn English, raise literacy, obtain a GED, prepare for citizenship, and navigate college and career pathways.

The role uses CCC core materials and Brightspace LMS, requires effective teaching strategies, attendance and grade submission, and adherence to ICCB standards. A Bachelor's degree is required; a Master’s degree is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required in ESL/Adult Education or related field.
• Master’s Degree preferred in related subject (Adult Education, Curriculum & Instruction, etc.).
• International degree(s) evaluated by a certified provider.
• Teaching or tutoring experience.
• Completion of satisfactory teaching demonstration may be required at interview.
• Completion of ICCB ESL Standards Proficient Instructor Training within 2 years of hire.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Some proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook).

Responsibilities

• Uses CCC Adult Education core materials and Brightspace LMS.
• May customize instruction with supplemental materials.
• Customizes syllabus for each class from the course master syllabus.
• Shares and discusses syllabi with students to ensure understanding of course expectations.
• Conducts formal and informal assessments to measure progress towards SLOs and adjusts instruction accordingly.
• Takes attendance, monitors enrollment and retention, submits grades, and updates student records in a timely manner.
• Complies with ICCB professional development requirements (12 PD hours per fiscal year).
• Assists with program registration and orientation as requested.
• Attends staff development and meetings as required.
• Keeps abreast of state and federal rules regarding Adult Education policies.

Skills

Communication skills

Teaching experience

ESL instruction

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree (regional accreditation) in ESL or related field

Master's degree preferred in related subject

International degree evaluated by certified provider

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Olive-Harvey College is seeking a Part-Time ESL Adult Educator to teach students in the Adult Education Department, helping them learn English, raise literacy, obtain a GED, prepare for citizenship, and navigate college and career pathways.

The role uses CCC core materials and Brightspace LMS, requires effective teaching strategies, attendance and grade submission, and adherence to ICCB standards. A Bachelor's degree is required; a Master’s degree is preferred.