ESOL Instructor; Non-Credit Courses

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.

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Title:

ESOL Instructor (Non-Credit Courses)

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 to teach two or more weekly classes in-person in the mornings or evenings.

• 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

• 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

• Bachelor's degree or higher
• Experience teaching ESOL courses or possession of TESOL /TEFL Certificate
• Ability to employ various teaching methods
• Commitment to working with diverse student populations

• 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.

Compensation:$45 per hour

Location:

Roxburycampus

Unit Status:
Non-union

Expected

Start Date:

ASAP

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

The Massachusetts Board of Higher Education
- Roxbury Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, The Massachusetts Board of Higher Education
- Roxbury Community College will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.