Part-Time Faculty Pool - English As A Second Language (Esl)

Salary:

$13,729 - $20,575 / quarter DOE

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Shoreline's ESL program is looking for faculty that can teach courses in all skill areas (reading, writing, listening, speaking, etc.) and levels (from basic literacy skills to academic and pre-college English) within the program. The faculty will prepare lessons, teach courses (using their own material and/or published texts), assess student skills, assign grades, communicate with administrators and other faculty members, and follow program procedures.

Note: ESL faculty will work with both resident and international students. REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Master's in the field of Teaching English as a Second Language, OR closely related field with coursework in language teaching methodology and language acquisition theories

• Experience teaching and supporting students in a dynamic, diverse, and multifaceted classroom environment

• Experience with Microsoft Office programs, learning management systems, and other appropriate instructional technologies

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Ability to impart excitement and enthusiasm into the instruction of English as a Second Language

• Experience with or willingness to gain experience with teaching and developing coursework online, and demonstrated experience applying equity and accessibility to online language learning

• Fostering a climate of equity and belonging through multicultural awareness and responsiveness

• Effective oral/written communication with individuals at all levels inside and outside the College

• Ability to adapt to a variety of teaching situations including classes comprised of beginning level refugees and immigrants, younger international students at a variety of levels or older resident students preparing for workforce training programs.

• Experience developing course content and assessment tools for ESL in multiple modalities, using the latest research findings and educational techniques

• Experience developing/modifying curriculum both collaboratively and independently.

• Experience working and interacting effectively with colleagues, staff, students, administrators and others of various cultural and socio-economic backgrounds.

• Knowledge of current theories and research in language acquisition, teaching/learning styles, collaborative learning, assessment, and multicultural education

• Experience advising and teaching students from diverse academic backgrounds and with different goals, such as learning English for employment purposes, earning a professional/technical degree or certificate, or earning an Associate's degree for transfer to a four-year university

PHYSICAL WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The College is currently in mixed (both in-person and online instruction) operations, with the option for some assignments to completed in a fully online environment based on program or area needs. For remote (online) instruction, faculty will need to provide their own workspace and internet access, noting the College will provide technical equipment and support for online work needs. For on-campus in-person instruction, work is usually performed in a classroom/office space that requires standing and/or sitting for extended periods of time. Faculty typically use computers and media equipment in the work environment.

TERM OF EMPLOYMENT/SALARY:

This is a part-time, non-tenured, quarter-to-quarter assignment. Salary is dependent upon the number of contact hours for this assignment as provided in the agreement with the Shoreline Community College Federation of Teachers. Hiring of this position is contingent upon available funding as determined by the College President.

OTHER CONDITIONS:

Shoreline Community College is committed to providing equal opportunity in education and employment for all students, employees, and applicants, and does not allow discrimination or harassment on the basis of race or ethnicity, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, creed, religion, status as an honorably discharged veteran or military status, political affiliation or belief, citizenship/status as a lawfully admitted immigrant authorized to work in the United States, or presence of any physical, sensory, or mental disability. For our full non-discrimination statement and contact information, visit: 

https://www.shoreline.edu/about-shoreline/non-discrimination.aspx.

Persons with disabilities have the right to reasonable accommodation in all aspects of employment with the College. This includes, but is not limited to recruitment, application, hiring, training, termination, conditions of employment, and any other employer-supported activities. Applicants requesting accommodation should contact the Office of Human Resources at hr@shoreline.edu.

• In compliance with the Immigration and Nationality Act, proof of authorization to work in the United States will be required at the time of hire.

• Other conditions that may apply will be detailed upon offer of employment.

• This position is overtime-exempt.

In accordance with RCW 28B.112.080, applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current or past places of employment.To be considered for this position, please submit the following:

• NEOGOV online application/profile

• Letter of interest addressing how you meet each of the qualifications

• Current resume

• Transcripts documenting degrees earned and relevant coursework (official required upon hire)

This posting gathers qualified applicants in the event that a position opens or additional instructors are needed.  There is no predetermined timeline for applicants to be reviewed and you will only be contacted in the event that a need arises.

Applicants considered for positions at the College may be required to submit to a background check as a condition of employment. Adverse information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment, but will be considered in determining the applicant' suitability for the positions.

Please Note: Once application materials have been submitted, you may not modify the application.

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Shoreline Community College is committed to providing equal opportunity in education and employment for all students, employees, and applicants, and does not allow discrimination or harassment on the basis of race or ethnicity, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, creed, religion, status as an honorably discharged veteran or military status, political affiliation or belief, citizenship/status as a lawfully admitted immigrant authorized to work in the United States, or presence of any physical, sensory, or mental disability. For our full non-discrimination statement and contact information, visit https://www.shoreline.edu/about-shoreline/non-discrimination.aspx.