Instructor for English Language Studies (ELS)
Job Description
Full job description
Department
Wrkfc Part/Adult Ed & Literacy
Position Category
Temporary/Part-time
About CCRI
The Community College of Rhode Island is New England’s largest community college, and a nationally-recognized leader in catalyzing student success and achievement for recent high school graduates and returning adults alike.
We provide affordable, open access to higher education, and we deliver on our mission to offer all students the opportunity to acquire the knowledge and skills necessary for intellectual, professional and personal growth.
Diversity is our strength. We champion equity, and we celebrate, support and thrive on the diverse experiences, backgrounds, and perspectives that are represented across our four campuses.
Diversity is our strength. We champion equity, and we celebrate, support and thrive on the diverse experiences, backgrounds, and perspectives that are represented across our four campuses.
We strive to hire and retain culturally competent faculty and staff whose demographics are reflective of our diverse student body. To learn more about our employees’ values and what it means to work here, learn about our Guiding Principles here.
Job Summary
CCRI Division of Workforce Partnerships is seeking qualified applicants as part-time ESOL instructors for in person classes on Providence and Lincoln campuses. We accept applications on an on-going basis and will contact qualified candidates as course availability opens. Workforce Partnerships currently has openings for part-time instructors to teach:
Levels 1- 5 on Monday/Wednesday or Tuesday / Thursday 6:30 – 8:30 OR Saturdays 9am-1pm at both Providence & Lincoln locations.
The non-credit English Language Studies (ELS) program at CCRI assists individuals who need to begin or expand their English language skills in order to succeed in their studies and careers. Students come from a wide range of countries, educational levels, and language backgrounds. Focus is given to developing integrated skills in reading, writing, listening, and speaking.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Engage in high-quality language instruction in a diverse, inclusive, student-centered environment
- Ability to work with students with various learning styles, cultures, and life experiences both online and in person.
- Prepare effective lesson plans and provide supplemental material to achieve course objectives and address student needs
- Integrate technology and active learning strategies to enhance instruction
- Keep detailed and organized records of students’ attendance, assessments, and progress, including a final evaluation
- Collaborate with the coordinator and other instructors in the program and attend meetings as needed
- Demonstrate a commitment to professional development in adult education
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in TESOL, Education, ESL, or related field (Masters preferred)
- Relevant teaching experience in an education setting; experience teaching oral communication classes
- Curriculum/course development experience with a demonstrated high level of preparation and attention to detail
- Deep understanding of oral communication challenges for adult students
- Demonstrated excellence in teaching
- Strong computer skills and comfortable with technology and course management systems
- Knowledge of successful strategies for classroom management, especially in terms of linguistically and culturally diverse student
- Excellent written and oral communication skills · Proficient in the use of technology, including Microsoft Office Suite applications (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, primarily), email, the internet for instruction and program purposes
- Creativity and flexibility in the classroom is expected
Competencies
Reports To
Coordinator
Campus Location
Multi-Campus Locations
Full-time/Part-time
Part-Time
Shift, Days, and Additional Work Schedule Information
Work Schedule
Varies
Benefits
Salary/Hourly Rate
$37.13 per hour
Additional Salary Information
Licenses, Tools and Equipment
Environmental Conditions
Desired Start Date
ASAP
Position End Date (if temporary or grant)
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