ESL Lead Instructor

Family Literacy Program

By applying to this posting, you are entering an applicant pool for affiliate faculty. Screening of applicants will begin immediately and will continue as needed. The number of these temporary, part-time, non-tenure track academic positions varies from semester to semester, depending on the needs of the program. Not everyone in the applicant pool will be contacted or selected to teach.

The Family Literacy Program at Metropolitan State University of Denver (MSU Denver) invites applications for part-time affiliate faculty teaching positions. We are seeking a part-time Lead ESL instructor to prepare and deliver lessons to adults (up to 19 hours per week). Lead instructors should be enthusiastic, flexible, attend professional development workshops and departmental meetings. The position is semester-based, including classroom instruction and planning time.

For more information about the Department of Family Literacy, visit: https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

MSU Denver enrolls over 16,000 students, nearly 60% are first-generation, and over 55% are students of color. Located in downtown Denver, we are a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI), a ten-time recipient of the INSIGHT into Diversity Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award, and the only Seal of Excelencia certified institution in Colorado. As the third-largest higher education institution in Colorado with an open access mission, MSU Denver serves the most diverse undergraduate student population, including the most first-generation and DACA students.

We encourage applicants with experience working with diverse backgrounds and a commitment to increasing access for underrepresented groups.

• Provide direct classroom instruction for adults using appropriate ESL curriculum, methods, and materials.
• Teach classes at off-site locations in the greater metro area.
• Create a supportive learning environment by responding to instructional needs and concerns.
• Employ student-centric methodologies and multiple teaching styles.
• Demonstrate curriculum methods and materials to volunteers or teaching aides as needed.
• Collaborate with Family Literacy staff in planning parent enrichment and intergenerational activities.
• Represent the University positively to community partners and at off-site teaching locations.
• Pack up and move classroom spaces as required.
• Assist with registration, orientation, technology sessions, and administering assessments.
• Attend workshops, trainings, and in-services as requested.
• Maintain records and reporting responsibilities.
• Work closely with other staff regarding curriculum, student goals, testing, and evaluation.
• Engage in outreach to support student retention.
• Inform students of policies and uphold school standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Affiliate faculty duties include teaching classes (in person or online), preparing materials, grading, providing feedback, addressing student questions, supporting students academically, maintaining office hours, and complying with university policies on instruction evaluation and peer observation.

• Bachelor's degree in education or a related field; if not in a related field, a TESOL certificate (e.g., CELTA) is required.
• Current CDE Adult Basic Education Authorization (ABEA) or certification within two years (current ABEA preferred).
• Minimum of two to three years' experience with adult learners.
• Knowledge of current ESL and adult education theories.
• Ability to pass a background check.
• Proficiency in creating presentations.
• Ability to work under pressure and maintain quality standards.
• Ability to lift/carry 20 lbs.

• Master's degree in ESL or a related field.
• Fluency in another language (Spanish preferred) or intermediate language skills with long-term language study experience.
• Experience with assessment tools like CASAS and Best Plus.
• Experience working with immigrant, low-income, marginalized, and diverse urban populations.

Part-time, at-will employment on a per contact-hour basis, usually semester-to-semester. Not eligible for university benefits. Teaching assignments depend on budget and enrollment. Candidates will be expected to teach in person at off-site locations in the metro area.

$25 - $30 per hour.

Apply online at MSU Denver's career site. Submit a CV/Resume, Cover Letter, and 2-3 professional references in one document or merge into a single PDF. Once submitted, applications cannot be edited. Questions? Contact Robb Gallegos icial transcripts are required upon hire.

Open Until Filled

Posting Representative:
Tanya Rogowsky

Email: trogowsk

MSU Denver offers various benefits. Details at Employee Benefits Offerings. Reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities are available upon request via total rewards.

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