Part - Time Instructor, ABE ESL - FY 2027

College of Southern Nevada; United States; On-site; USD 32,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

College of Southern Nevada is seeking an Adult Basic Education ESL instructor to maintain an active pool of qualified applicants and deliver engaging instruction.

Instructors prepare adult learners from beginner to advanced levels, emphasizing communication, workplace skills, and the use of educational technology to monitor progress.

The role supports hybrid and online/in-person classes across the Las Vegas Valley, with a schedule that includes mornings and evenings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree from a regionally accredited College or University.
• Experience teaching ESL students from Basic through advanced level.

Responsibilities

• Teaching and/or understanding the teaching methods of ESL Basic Skills and/or civic engagement
• Listening
• Reading
• Writing
• Communicative grammar
• Workplace skills
• Maintaining and submitting accurate student records (i.e., syllabi, attendance, weekly lesson plans)
• Motivating students to complete their educational goals beyond a basic education
• Communicating and working cooperatively with colleagues on matters regarding course offerings, programs, and activities that enhance the development of the Adult Basic Education program
• Attending professional development opportunities and staff meetings
• Adhering to the prescribed curriculum and standards
• Using and developing a variety of effective teaching techniques and assessment methods (including exams) to support the rigorous program.
• Proficiency in Microsoft and Google Suite
• Ability to work in and with a diverse population
• Time management skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Experience in a Hybrid classroom, online/in-person classes
• Knowledge of educational technology and its use in classroom environments
• Knowledge of IET/workforce programming
• Interpreting and applying educational data to program standards and benchmarks
• Knowledge of monitoring student progress using the following online programs: TABE, CASAS, Aztec, and WorkKeys student portals

Skills

ESL teaching

Curriculum delivery

Student assessment

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

Job description

Job Summary

The Adult Basic Education English as a Second Language (ESL) instructor position with the Division of Workforce and Economic Development at the College of Southern Nevada maintains an active pool of qualified ESL instructors. CSNs Adult Basic Education instructors prepare adult learners from beginning to advanced levels in preparation for their post-secondary professional and academic pursuits. The program requires dynamic, engaging instructors with excellent communication skills.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Teaching and/or understanding the teaching methods of ESL Basic Skills and/or civic engagement
• Listening
• Reading
• Writing
• Communicative grammar
• Workplace skills
• Maintaining and submitting accurate student records (i.e., syllabi, attendance, weekly lesson plans)
• Motivating students to complete their educational goals beyond a basic education
• Communicating and working cooperatively with colleagues on matters regarding course offerings, programs, and activities that enhance the development of the Adult Basic Education program
• Attending professional development opportunities and staff meetings
• Adhering to the prescribed curriculum and standards
• Using and developing a variety of effective teaching techniques and assessment methods (including exams) to support the rigorous program.
• Proficiency in Microsoft and Google Suite
• Ability to work in and with a diverse population
• Time management skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Experience in a Hybrid classroom, online/in-person classes
• Knowledge of educational technology and its use in classroom environments
• Knowledge of IET/workforce programming
• Interpreting and applying educational data to program standards and benchmarks
• Knowledge of monitoring student progress using the following online programs: TABE, CASAS, Aztec, and WorkKeys student portals

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's Degree from a regionally accredited College or University
• Experience teaching ESL students from Basic through advanced level

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Teaching certification: Adult Education, TESOL, and K-12

CONTRACT & HOURS

ExemptYes Full-Time Equivalent 48.8%

SALARY

$23.00 - $30.00 Hourly

TENTATIVE SCHEDULE

• Program Length: Approximately 8-10 weeks
• Class Schedule: 3-4 days per week
• Class Duration: 3 hours per class
• Morning Session: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
• Evening Session: 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
• Location: Times and locations may vary throughout the Las Vegas Valley
• Additional Schedules: Additional class schedules may become available

REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS

Required Attachment(s) To be considered for this position, candidates must attach the following documents: Resume/CV Cover Letter Unofficial Transcript(s)

POSTING CLOSE DATE

Posting Close Date06/30/2027

EEO & DIVERSITY STATEMENTS

CSN is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution.

CSN employs only U.S. citizens and aliens authorized to work in the U.S.

CSN does not sponsor aliens applying for faculty, professional staff, or management positions (H-1B Visas) in the absence of exceptional circumstances as defined by the USCIS.

Founded in 1971 and situated in the greater Las Vegas metropolitan area, CSN, as Nevada’s largest college and one of the largest in the nation, operates in over 50 locations including 3 main campuses, as well as multiple sites and centers throughout the southern Nevada area.

As a comprehensive, multi-campus community college, and the largest and most ethnically diverse institution in the state of Nevada, CSN educates over 50,000 students, including more than 14,000 non-credit students annually.

Accredited by the Northwest Commission on College and Universities, CSN offers education opportunities in over 70 academic programs featuring more than 180 degrees and certificates, and several niche baccalaureate programs areas.

CSN is proud to be a Hispanic Serving Institution and a Minority Serving Institution.

The college creates opportunities and enriches lives with inclusive learning and working environments that support diversity and student success.

CSN’s mission ensures that the college serves the diverse educational needs of the communities and businesses within the southern Nevada service area.

CSN is a growing and influential network that enables students, faculty, staff and alumni to advance personally, professionally and intellectually.

Its vibrant network of people and programs creates lifelong benefits for all students.

As the communities of southern Nevada continue to grow, CSN is committed to remain highly accessible to serve the diverse needs of an increasing population.

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EEO/Title IX website Dr. Armen Asherian Director – Office of Institutional Equity Human Resources/Office of Institutional Equity College of Southern Nevada West Charleston Campus, Room E-424 [phone] [e-mail] College of Southern Nevada does not discriminate on the basis of sex in any education program or activity that it operates.

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