Part-Time Faculty English Language for Academic Purposes (ELAP) Instructor

Montgomery College; Germantown (MD); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

Montgomery College is seeking a Part-time Faculty member for its English Language for Academic Purposes (ELAP) program across several campuses including Germantown. The role involves teaching diverse classes in both face-to-face and remote settings.

Applicants should possess a Master’s Degree in TESOL or a related field and demonstrate commitment to promoting diversity and inclusion. A collaborative teaching approach is also essential to engage students effectively.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in TESOL or a related field with 15 graduate credits in TESOL.
• Ability to integrate technology and classroom-related computer software.
• Commitment to promoting diversity and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned courses in various formats to engage students.
• Stay updated with discipline events and curriculum changes.
• Hold office hours and attend departmental meetings.

Skills

Integrate technology in teaching

Multicultural competence

Education

Master’s Degree in TESOL or related field

Tools

Blackboard

Job description

Montgomery College is accepting applications for Part‑time Faculty in the English Language for Academic Purposes (ELAP) program across Rockville, Takoma Park/Silver Spring, and Germantown campuses.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned courses in the ELAP program in face‑to‑face and/or remote (synchronous) formats.
• Teach a varied schedule of classes that may include morning, afternoon, accelerated, and weekend sections.
• Stay abreast of discipline‑sponsored events, curriculum changes, and other factors to keep students informed and engaged.
• Engage students through active and collaborative learning approaches.
• Incorporate culturally relevant pedagogies into the teaching and learning process.
• Hold office hours and attend course group, norming, and/or department meetings when necessary.
• Adhere to all college, department, and course policies, including grade submission and exam administration procedures and communication with students and staff.

Required Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in TESOL, applied linguistics, or a related field with 15 graduate credits in TESOL.
• Ability to integrate technology and classroom‑related computer software and portals, including Blackboard, for course delivery.
• Demonstrated commitment to promoting belonging, inclusion, and multicultural competence in an educational and work environment and willingness to contribute to the college’s strategic plan for inclusion.
• Access to a personal computer with virus protection that can connect to the internet outside of the work location.
• Eligibility to work in the United States without a sponsor.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience teaching distance learning and/or remote (virtual) classes.
• Experience teaching academic English as a second language in a post‑secondary setting.
• For degrees earned outside the U.S., a copy of education equivalency conducted by a nationally recognized evaluation service must be included in the application.
• Resident of Maryland or a state with payroll reciprocity (DC, VA, PA, WV, DE, MA).

Additional Information

Upon hiring, successful completion of a background check and degree verification (if applicable) is required. If a reasonable accommodation is needed during the application or interview process, please contact Human Resources and Strategic Talent Management. The college may provide temporary access to resources if a personal computer is unavailable.

Montgomery College is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to promoting and fostering diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The college is a tobacco‑free and smoke‑free workplace.

Closing date for this position: Thursday, October 1, 2026.