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

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Rockville (MD); Hybrid; USD 41,328 - 82,656; Part time

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking a part-time faculty member to teach English Language for Academic Purposes in Rockville, MD.

The role involves delivering ELAP courses in person or remotely, maintaining a varied class schedule, and promoting engaging, inclusive learning. Applicants should hold aMaster’s in TESOL or related field with 15 graduate TESOL credits, and be able to use Blackboard and other online tools.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in TESOL, applied linguistics, or related field.
• 15 graduate credits in TESOL.
• Ability to integrate technology and Blackboard for course delivery.
• Commitment to promoting belonging and inclusion in education.

Responsibilities

• Teach ELAP courses in face-to-face and/or remote formats.
• Teach a varied schedule including morning, afternoon, accelerated, and weekend sections.
• Engage students with active and collaborative learning approaches.
• Incorporate culturally relevant pedagogy into teaching.
• Hold office hours and attend departmental meetings as needed.
• Adhere to college policies including exams, grade submission, and communications.

Skills

ELAP teaching

Technology integration

Inclusion & diversity

Education

Master’s in TESOL or related field

15 graduate credits in TESOL

Tools

Blackboard

Online learning platforms

Job description

Job Description

Montgomery College, Rockville, Takoma Park/Silver Spring & Germantown Campuses is currently accepting applications for possible openings as a part‑time faculty member teaching English Language for Academic Purposes. We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated teacher who exhibits a high degree of professionalism, a strong commitment to our students, and demonstrates the ability to motivate and educate in an engaging manner.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Teach assigned courses in the English Language for Academic Purposes (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, etc. to keep students informed and engaged.
• Engage students in their learning through active and collaborative learning approaches.
• Incorporate culturally relevant pedagogies into the teaching and learning process.
• In addition to teaching, hold office hours and attend course group, norming, and/or department meetings when necessary.
• Adhere to all college, department, and course policies, including but not limited to those related to grade submission, administration of first‑day diagnostic and final exams, 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. The college provides an email account and access to the learning platform, password‑protected faculty sections of the website, college listservs, and other faculty communication tools.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience teaching distance learning and/or remote (virtual) classes.
• Experience teaching academic English as a Second Language in a post‑secondary setting.

Eligibility

For degrees earned outside of the U.S., a copy of your education equivalency, conducted by a nationally recognized evaluation service, must be included in your application.

Employees must live in Maryland or a state where the College has payroll reciprocity (DC, VA, PA, WV, DE, MA).

Conditions at Hire

• Successful completion of a background check and degree verification (if applicable).
• Ability to provide a reasonable accommodation if needed; please contact Human Resources and Strategic Talent Management at 240‑567‑5353 or [e-mail] at least two weeks in advance.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Montgomery College is an equal opportunity employer committed to promoting and fostering diversity among its student body, faculty, and staff. Montgomery College is a tobacco‑free and smoke‑free workplace.

Closing Date

Thursday, October 1, 2026