Lecturer of Multilingual Learners

Aurora University is seeking an Assistant Professor and Coordinator to lead the English as a Second Language (ESL) program, while teaching, conducting scholarship, and contributing to service as outlined in the Faculty Handbook.

Provide academic leadership for the ESL program across campus-based, online, and hybrid formats, support student success, curriculum development, assessment, and ensure compliance with Illinois State Board of Education standards.

• Represent Aurora University positively to prospective, former, and current students, clients, suppliers, and the community.
• Interact effectively with a diverse group of faculty, staff, students, and customers.
• Uphold the Mission Statement of empowering students to achieve lasting personal and professional success through an inclusive community.
• Handle confidential information with tact and discretion.
• Support learning by performing essential job functions and other duties as necessary, including voluntary participation in committees, activities, and events.

• Teaching and Instruction
  • Teach 20 credit hours per academic year and four hours of reassigned time.
  • Deliver instruction in campus-based, online, and hybrid formats.
  • Participate in curriculum development and continuous instructional improvement.
  • Attend University, college, and departmental meetings.
• Program Leadership and Coordination
  • Support implementation and ongoing operation of the ESL program under the Chair of Initial Licensure.
  • Ensure accuracy and quality of catalog, website, and program materials.
  • Monitor changes in university, college, and ISBE policies affecting the program.
  • Coordinate program reviews, assessment activities, and accreditation-related reporting.
• Student Support and Advising
  • Advise ESL students on program progression and licensure requirements.
  • Conduct orientation sessions for campus-based and online cohorts.
  • Monitor student academic progress and initiate interventions as needed.
  • Review disposition forms and participate in student review processes.
  • Process grade appeals and special petitions with appropriate offices.
  • Coordinate with advisors on student registration and academic planning.
• Curriculum, Assessment and Accreditation
  • Provide oversight of existing curriculum and key program assignments.
  • Coordinate learning outcomes assessment implementation and data analysis.
  • Maintain curricular and program documents, including manuals, handbooks, and promotional materials.
  • Collect and review course syllabi to ensure compliance with institutional and college policies.
• Faculty Staffing and Development
  • Staff campus-based and online ESL courses.
  • Recruit, orient, mentor, and evaluate part-time faculty teaching in the ESL program.
  • Support adjunct faculty hiring and contract processes for fall, spring, and summer terms.
  • Convene meetings with adjunct faculty and encourage engagement in university life.
• Enrollment, Recruitment, and Partnerships
  • Collabore with enrollment staff to recruit and retain students.
  • Engage with prospective students and families during recruitment events.
  • Develop and implement strategies to support student retention.
  • Partner with school districts and institutional partners to support program goals and field experiences.
• Institutional Service and Collaboration
  • Attend university, college, and departmental meetings.
  • Participate in faculty development activities.
  • Contribute to institutional service consistent with faculty expectations.
  • Work collaboratively with campus partners to support student success.
  • Advocate for diverse constituency groups and assist in conflict resolution as appropriate.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Master’s Degree in Education required.
• Current Professional Educator License in the State of Illinois required.
• Illinois ESL/Multilingual Learners endorsement required.
• Doctoral degree preferred.

• Minimum five years of experience post‑Master’s in P‑12 education at the district level.
• Prior experience as a practitioner within the Illinois Public School system required.
• Minimum two years of teaching in higher education highly preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Illinois State Learning Standards.

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