Part-Time Instructor, English Literacy

University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV); Carson City (NV); On-site; USD 34,440 - 48,216; Part time

Job summary

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) is seeking a part-time instructor for the College and Career Readiness program. This role involves teaching English and literacy development classes to speakers of other languages, focusing on skills such as reading, writing, and career readiness.

Ideal candidates should possess an Associate's degree and preferably have experience teaching at the college level. Duties include preparing course materials and maintaining student records. The position provides a flexible teaching schedule to accommodate non-conventional class times.

Qualifications

• An Associate’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university in the specified discipline or a related field.
• Experience teaching college-level courses is preferred.
• Experience with distance education/web teaching modalities is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned courses and be available to students during the contract period.
• Prepare course syllabi, outlines, and related materials.
• Maintain student records, including attendance and grades.

Skills

Teaching college-level courses

Fluency in Spanish

Distance education/web teaching

Education

Associate’s degree in the specified discipline

Job description

Job Description

This is a part-time, temporary/seasonal position. The instructor will teach English and literacy development classes to speakers of other languages for the College and Career Readiness program. Class content may include basic reading, writing, and numeracy skills; career readiness and exploration; contextualized workplace communication; academic language and preparation for college coursework; and study and test‑taking skills. Classes are taught during non‑conventional college times or dates.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Teach assigned courses and be available to students during the contract period.
• Prepare course syllabi, course outlines (if necessary), and related instructional materials.
• Maintain student records, including attendance and grades.
• Administer student evaluations.
• Participate in orientation and faculty meetings as requested.
• Participate in student retention activities as requested.
• Promote college educational programs and services to the communities served by WNC.

Qualifications

• Required Qualifications: An Associate’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university in the specified discipline or a closely related field or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience teaching college‑level courses; experience with distance education/web teaching modalities; fluency in Spanish or another foreign language (desirable but not required).

EEO and Title IX Statement

WNC is committed to providing a place of work and learning free of discrimination on the basis of a person’s age, disability, sex, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race, color, or religion. WNC does not discriminate on the basis of sex in any education program or activity that it operates.

Hiring Supervisor

Samantha Kaelin, Coordinator, Blended Education & Skills Training – [e-mail]