Part Time - ESL Instructor

Yuba Community College District

Marysville (WA)

On-site

USD 41,328 - 68,880

Part time

14 days+

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Job summary

A community college is seeking a part-time ESL Instructor to teach reading, writing, and conversation skills to students from diverse backgrounds. The ideal candidate will hold a Master's degree in TESL or related fields and possess a strong commitment to community college education. Responsibilities include developing curriculum and adapting teaching methods to accommodate various literacy levels. This position does not offer fringe benefits due to its part-time nature.

Qualifications

Minimum qualifications require a Master's degree in TESL or related field.
Experience in diverse backgrounds including different literacy levels is desired.
Commitment to the mission of community colleges is essential.

Responsibilities

Teach ESL reading, writing, grammar, listening, and speaking.
Develop curriculum and contribute to academic leadership.
Assess and adapt teaching methods for diverse student needs.

Skills

Community college teaching experience in ESL

Experience in English for Computers

Knowledge of current issues in teaching ESL

Effective oral and written communication skills

Education

Master’s degree in TESL, TESOL, applied linguistics

Bachelor’s degree in TESL, TESOL, or foreign language

Job description

Position Information

Job Title: Part Time – ESL Instructor

Location: Yuba Community College District, Yuba City, CA

The Yuba Community College District seeks qualified candidates for a part‑time, temporary (Adjunct) faculty position. Applicants are added to a continuous pool that is refreshed every two years. Applicants in the pool remain active for two years and will receive an email with information on how to remain in the pool afterward.

Description of Duties

Community college teaching experience in ESL reading, writing, grammar, conversation, listening, and speaking.
Experience (VESL) in English for Computers, ECE, Math, and/or Employment is desirable.

Required Duties

Demonstrate sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.

Required Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

Master’s degree in TESL, TESOL, applied linguistics with a TESL emphasis, linguistics with a TESL emphasis, English with a TESL emphasis, or education with a TESL emphasis.
or
Bachelor’s degree in TESL, TESOL, English with a TESL certificate, linguistics with a TESL certificate, applied linguistics with a TESL certificate, or any foreign language with a TESL certificate, AND a Master’s degree in linguistics, applied linguistics, English, composition, bilingual/bicultural studies, reading speech, or any foreign language.
or
Possess a California Community College life credential in the subject matter area of English.
or
Meet equivalent qualifications through an equivalency determination by the District prior to the publication of the Recruitment Announcement. Refer to the equivalency application process for details.

Desired/Preferred Qualifications

Experience and/or knowledge in working with students of great diversity in socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds, including those with different levels of literacy.
Interest and/or experience in curriculum development, professional development, or academic leadership.
Knowledge of current issues and educational trends in teaching ESL and/or Basic Skills in a community college setting.
Academic preparation and/or experience in teaching reading, writing, listening, and speaking in ESL courses.
Knowledge of diagnostic and classroom assessment practices and their applications.
Ability to make effective teaching presentations using appropriate and current pedagogies and methodologies.
Knowledge of and commitment to the mission of community colleges and the responsibilities of its faculty in realizing this mission.
Academic preparation and experience in teaching ESL to adult students.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Evidence of continuing professional growth in ESL, Basic Skills, and/or related areas.

Physical Demands

Range/Step: Class I – VII (based on degree and teaching experience).

Salary and Benefits

Part‑time positions (< 0.60 FTE) are not entitled to any District paid fringe benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Yuba Community College District is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the District will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals. Applicants who require reasonable accommodation should contact Human Resources to make the necessary arrangements. The District is strongly committed to achieving staff diversity and does not discriminate on based of race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, or other protected characteristics.

Supplemental Questions

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Documents Needed To Apply

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