Non-Credit Instructor - American Language Institute

Position Summary & Description

The Office of International Education in the Division of Academic Affairs at Indiana University of Pennsylvania (IUP) invites applications for American Language Institute Instructors. The ALI intensive English program supports students in developing English language skills and a deeper understanding of U.S. academic culture.

• The position reports to the Executive Director of the American Language Institute.

• ALI instructors are responsible for designing course syllabi, selecting texts and material for classes, planning lessons, keeping attendance records, assessing students' progress, and maintaining a positive learning environment.

• Instructors accommodate students' learning needs and help them prepare for a successful transition to higher education in the United States.

• Noninstructional responsibilities include assisting with new student orientation, administering program assessments, participating in staff meetings, engaging in professional development, and submitting required records including grade and attendance reports and syllabi.

• The instructor will be required to perform the tasks as required/requested in support of the American Language Institute and the university.

Position Qualifications

Required:

• Relevant teaching experience and master's degree in TESOL, applied linguistics, or closely related field.

• Experience successfully working with individuals from diverse backgrounds.

• Proficiency with instructional technology.

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Competencies:

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies.

• Adaptability/Flexibility- embraces change with innovation, courage, and resiliency.

• Promote Key Values- consistently demonstrates Indiana University of Pennsylvania's values.

• Communicates Effectively- shares information and engages in candid and open dialogue.

• Focuses on Customers- works to exceed expectations of internal and external customers.

• Produces Results- directs action toward achieving goals that are critical to Indiana University of Pennsylvania's success.

• Manage Own Performance- plans and organizes time and priorities to achieve expected results.

• Uses Sound Business Judgement- uses knowledge of the field and common sense to make the best decisions.

• Teamwork/Collaboration-excels at building partnerships and working as part of a team.

Preferred:

• University-based intensive English teaching and international teaching experience.

• Professional involvement in the field, including membership of professional organizations, presentations, and publications.

Essential Functions

The work ofthisposition occurs in a typicaloffice environment. Although infrequent, periodsof heavyexertion may occur. Incumbent musthave thefollowing abilities:

• Ability to travel to meeting/training sites.

• Communicate both orally and in writing to issue, receive and carry out instructions and orders effectively and to convey information to a variety of co-workers and the general public.

• Use a variety of common office machines such as telephones, calculators, copiers, computer terminals, keyboards, video display terminals, auxiliary printers, and similar equipment.

• Operate office equipment which may require stooping, kneeling, bending, stretching and prolonged standing.

• Provide assistance and guidance to internal and external customers.

• Follow oral and written instructions.

Special Instructions to Applicants

To apply for this position, please submit a letter of application, a current curriculum vitae, and unofficial copies of transcripts via our online application system: https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/iupedu.

If the degree listed as required for this position was earned at IUP-no official transcripts are required to be submitted as part of this employment application. IUP will verify IUP obtained degrees and only request official transcripts from candidates if needed.

Committed to excellence through diversity, IUP is an equal opportunity employer M/F/D/V and is a proud member of the State System of Higher Education.

All offers of employment are contingent upon verification of earned degrees through the receipt of official transcripts, confirmation of work eligibility, and satisfactory completion of background checks.

Agency: Indiana University of Pennsylvania

Address: 1011 South Drive

Indiana, Pennsylvania, 15705

Phone: 724-357-2431

Website: http://www.iup.edu/employment