ESOL Instructor; Non-Credit Courses

Position: ESOL Instructor (Non-Credit Courses) - Roxbury Community College
Roxbury Community College (RCC) is a public institution of higher education offering associate degrees, certificate programs and lifelong learning opportunities to the Greater Boston community. The Department of Education recognized RCC as a Predominantly Black Institution (PBI) and as one of the top 100 community colleges in the country for student outcomes through the Postsecondary Success Recognition Program, making it the only community college in Massachusetts with these designations.

RCC offers 24 associate degree programs, 6 credit-based certificate programs, 13 non-credit professional certification programs, 30+ lifelong learning and fitness classes, and customized incumbent worker training programs. The college hosts hundreds of civic and community events at the Reggie Lewis Track and Athletic Center each year. RCC is committed to providing all learners with the academic and non-academic support required for degree completion and long-term success.

Roxbury Community College is guided by our six core values of Accountability, Equity, Excellence, Honesty, Integrity, and Respect. RCC is also an AA/EO employer and strongly encourages applications from candidates who would enhance the diversity of its staff. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act requires all institutes of higher education to disclose campus policy statements and crime statistics.

Our annual report is available at Clery Report.

Job Description:

Title:

ESOL Instructor (Non-Credit Courses)

Unit:
Independent Contractor

Department:
Center for Workforce Development

Reports to:

Dean of Workforce and Business Development

Date:
Fall 2025

Scope of work:

The Mission of the Center for Workforce Development (CWD) at Roxbury Community College is to provide quality professional training for the residents of the Greater Roxbury and surrounding Boston metropolitan communities, skills upgrades for new and incumbent workers, and customized training for Businesses to help them reach their workforce goals. We offer a variety of short-term, non-credit training courses during the day and evening hours, and at weekends so students can attend training on a schedule that is convenient for them.

The Center for Workforce Development at RCC is hiring an ESOL instructor as an independent contractor to teach two or more weekly classes in-person in the mornings or evenings.

Job Responsibilities:

* Teach in-person and potentially virtual ESOL classes, primarily mornings (9:00 AM - 12:00 PM) or evenings (6:00 PM - 9:00 PM).

* Collaborate with the ESOL program manager to ensure course quality, assess student progress, and employ diverse teaching methods.

* Help students master course content, maintain accurate records, and support curriculum development.

* Stay current in the field of ESOL teaching

Duties & Responsibilities:

* Work assigned schedule reliably and punctually

* Attend periodic faculty training meetings

* Assess student performance in achieving course goals and objectives

* Keep accurate records in accordance with the Roxbury Community College policies

* Maintain open lines of communication with the ESOL program manager and Center for Workforce Development staff

* Collaborate with the ESOL program manager to continually improve course

* Adapt and utilize course syllabi

Requirements:

* Bachelor's degree or higher

* Native or near-native English proficiency

* Experience teaching ESOL courses or possession of TESOL /TEFL Certificate

* Ability to employ various teaching methods

* Strong communication skills

* Commitment to working with diverse student populations

* Legal authorization to work in the U.S.

* SORI and Massachusetts CORI background checks required.

Preferred Qualifications:

* Master's degree or higher in TESOL or a related field

* Teaching experience at the postsecondary level, especially at a community college.

* Content knowledge in healthcare or mathematics.

* Experience with curriculum development and online/hybrid teaching.

* Familiarity with AV equipment and Microsoft Office.

Additional Information:

Compensation: $45 per hour.

Location:

Roxbury campus

Unit Status:
Independent Contractor

Expected

Start Date:

Fall 2025

Final date to receive applications:
Rolling basis, as needed.

Application Instructions:

All applicants must apply online by submitting:

* Cover Letter

* Resume

* Names and contact information for three (3) professional references

Successful applicants will be required to complete a Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI/SORI) request.

After completing all the steps above, please go back into the newly created account and double check that your resume and cover letter uploaded as you intended.

Roxbury Community College understands that persons with specific disabilities may need assistance with the job application process and/or with the interview process. For confidential assistance with the job application process, please…