Workforce Adjunct Instructor (ESL – Intensive English)

Virginia Community Colleges; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 61,992 - 74,390; Part time

Job summary

NOVA Workforce seeks in-person ESL instructors for ACLI, teaching Intensive English courses at Alexandria and Annandale campuses. Courses run semester-long; this pool builds for current/future openings. Position is in-person only; remote teaching not considered.

Applicants should complete the application process to be considered for current or future openings. Requirements include a Masters in TESOL or Linguistics with TESOL, 3–5 years of adult ESL teaching at a college, and strong LMS (Canvas)

Qualifications

• Masters in TESOL / TESL or Masters in Linguistics with a minor in TESOL
• 3-5 years or more of adult ESL teaching experience at a college/community college
• Deep knowledge of communicative language teaching methodologies: task-based, problem-based, project based, scaffolding, and content-based
• Highly experienced Canvas/Blackboard or related LMS usage for instruction (assignments, quizzes, discussion boards, gradebook, modules)
• Excellent organizational skills and classroom management skills
• Ability to differentiate instruction
• Ability to utilize program rubrics to grade students
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work individually as well as on a team

Responsibilities

• Teach an Intensive ESL (125 hrs per semester) course in person.
• Demonstrate student centered, communicative teaching methodologies (task-based, problem-based, project based, scaffolding, content-based) in lesson planning and in lesson presentation.
• Align daily instruction and course materials with established department curriculum and learning objectives
• Integrate the assigned textbook(s) and supplement with level-appropriate materials as needed.
• Design and implement authentic, reliable, ongoing productive formative assessments for students throughout the semester.
• Evaluate students’ entry and exit skills via the departmental exams and the department rubrics.
• Utilize Canvas for course information and to store student assignments/resources.
• Complete all mandatory training at hire and annually.

Skills

Task-based teaching

Problem-based learning

Project-based learning

Scaffolding

Content-based instruction

Education

Masters in TESOL / TESL or Masters in Linguistics with a minor in TESOL

Tools

Canvas

Blackboard

Job description

Role Title

Role Code

FLSA

FLSA Exempt

Pay Band

Pay Band UG

Position Number

Position Number 280A9999

Agency

Agency Northern VA Community College

Division

Division NV280-VP Workforce Development

Work Location

Work Location Multiple Locations

Hiring Range

Hiring Range $45-54 per teaching hour

Emergency/Essential Personnel No

EEO Category

EEO Category I-Faculty

Full Time or Part Time

Full Time or Part Time Part Time

Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs-

Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs- No

Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference?

Work Schedule

Depending on class schedules.

Sensitive Position

Sensitive Position No

Job Description

General Description

NOVA Workforce is seeking English as a Second Language ( ESL ) instructors to teach in-person Intensive English and Part Time ESL semester-long courses at our American Culture & Language Institute ( ACLI ). Course levels range from CEFR : A1-C1. Intensive courses teach paired skills: Reading & Writing and Speaking & Listening.

This position is for in-person instruction only. Applicants who wish to only teach remotely will not be considered. Courses are held at the Alexandria Campus and Annandale Campus.

This posting is designed to build a pool of potential ESL instructors for ACLI . Instructors are hired on a semester or project basis. Teaching in one semester does not necessarily guarantee future teaching appointments. There may or may not be any positions currently available at the time of application. However, to be considered for current/future openings, please complete the application process.

Duties and Tasks

• Teach an Intensive ESL (125 hrs per semester) course in person.
• Demonstrate student centered, communicative teaching methodologies (task-based, problem-based, project based, scaffolding, content-based) in lesson planning and in lesson presentation.
• Align daily instruction and course materials with established department curriculum and learning objectives
• Integrate the assigned textbook(s) and supplement with level-appropriate materials as needed.
• Design and implement authentic, reliable, ongoing productive formative assessments for students throughout the semester.
• Evaluate students’ entry and exit skills via the departmental exams and the department rubrics.
• Utilize Canvas for course information and to store student assignments/resources.
• Complete all mandatory training at hire and annually.

Special Assignments

May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

KSA's/Required Qualifications

• Deep knowledge of communicative language teaching methodologies: task-based, problem-based, project based, scaffolding, and content-based
• Highly experienced Canvas/Blackboard or related LMS usage for instruction (assignments, quizzes, discussion boards, gradebook, modules)
• Excellent organizational skills and classroom management skills
• Ability to work with groups of varying ages and skill levels – including differentiating instruction
• Ability to utilize program rubrics to grade students
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work individually as well as on a team

Required Qualifications

• Masters in TESOL / TESL or Masters in Linguistics with a minor in TESOL
• 3-5 years or more of adult ESL teaching experience at a college/community college

Additional Considerations

• Experience teaching in an intensive English program
• Demonstrated commitment to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive working and learning environment.
• Significant experience teaching students from diverse language backgrounds and varying levels of proficiency.

Operation of a State Vehicle No

Supervises Employees No

Required Travel

This position does not require travel.

About NOVA

Northern Virginia Community College ( NOVA ) is the largest public institution of higher education in the Commonwealth of Virginia and one of the largest community colleges in the nation. NOVA enrolls nearly 75,000 students on its six campuses in Alexandria, Annandale, Sterling, Manassas, Springfield, and Woodbridge, as well as through NOVA Online and high school dual enrollment programs. The College offers more than 100 affordable associate degree and certificate programs to help our students reach their academic and professional goals in some of the most in-demand careers. At NOVA , we are deeply committed to fostering an inclusive community for all students, faculty, and staff, and our diverse workforce is representative of this commitment. To this end, we encourage all applicants seeking to add value through their diverse backgrounds, experiences, and interests to consider employment opportunities with NOVA . To learn more about NOVA’s commitment to inclusive excellence, please visit At a Glance | Northern Virginia Community College. NOVA offers eligible employees a benefits package that includes a comprehensive health and dental insurance program, generous paid leave, deferred compensation plans, paid parental leave, state employee discounts, and a solid and secure retirement program. We strive to ensure our employees have tools and development opportunities to support and promote NOVA’s mission. For more information about NOVA and its programs and services, please visit our website at www.nvcc.edu. The security of our students, faculty, and staff is very important at NOVA . Please take a moment to review NOVA’s Annual Security Reports. Employees must reside in Virginia, Maryland or District of Columbia.

The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/

EEO Statement

The Virginia Community College System ( VCCS ) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.

ADA Statement

The Virginia Community College System ( VCCS ) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts ( ADA and ADAAA ), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.

E-Verify Statement

VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * I understand that only information provided at the time of the application submission will be considered when determining my qualifications and only responses to Supplemental Questions that can be verified in my application and resume will be credited.
  • Yes
  • No
• * Are you a highly experienced Canvas/Blackboard or related LMS user who can create assignments, quizzes, discussion boards, modules, and enter grades in gradebook?
  • Yes
  • No
• * I understand this position is located in Virginia and I will be required to reside in the DMV metro area.
  • Yes
  • No
• * I understand that this position is not telework eligible and I will be required to attend work in-person.
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you now or in the future require visa sponsorship to work in the United States?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Which campus(es) would you like to teach? Please list in the order as per your preference: Alexandria, Annandale. Manassas, Woodbridge (Open Ended Question)
• * Do you hold a Masters in TESOL or Masters in Linguistics with a minor in TESOL?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have 3-5 years of adult ESL teaching experience at a college/community college?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Are you applying for this position to satisfy an OPT training requirement for your educational program?
  • Yes
  • No