Literacy Specialist; ESOL , Career and College Pathways

Literacy Specialist (ESOL for Employment, Career and College Pathways)

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About Holyoke Community College
Holyoke Community College serves over 9,000 students annually and provides a variety of recreational and cultural activities. The college’s strongest assets are an innovative spirit, a sincere concern for students and a commitment to strive for even greater success.

Mission
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Educate. Inspire. Connect.
Values
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Kindness, Inclusion, Trust, Innovation & Collaboration

Provides student-centered ESOL instruction in career and college-focused programs for adult English learners with employment goals. Incorporates digital literacy and students’ goals and individual career paths into instruction.

We Are Hiring For Two Programs

• ESOL Pathways
  : serves high intermediate/advanced-level students in an intensive career pathways program, designed to accelerate adult language learner’s progress towards their next step in college, training or employment. Classes offered in person in Holyoke or online using Zoom. Day (9:30am‑12pm) and evening (6‑8:30pm) positions available.
• RISE ESOL for Employment
  : serves beginner-level English learners who are caregivers or accessed the emergency shelter system. Instruction in person in Springfield, MA. Daytime position available.

In your cover letter, indicate if you would like to be considered for ESOL Pathways, RISE ESOL for Employment, or both. Please also include information about your availability.

Responsibilities

• Provides high quality ESOL instruction related to skill development and college/career readiness.
• Collaboratively develops contextualized ESOL curriculum focused on essential career readiness skills and locally-relevant career opportunities and sectors.
• Designs a digital learning space and mechanisms that support the development of students’ independent learning skills.
• Provides language support and tutoring to students who transition into workforce training, college, or job search at the conclusion of the program.
• Works closely with Director, Career & Education Advisor, and other colleagues to provide comprehensive instruction and support.
• Participates in program planning, curriculum development, and professional development.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and at least two years experience in ESOL, Adult Basic Education, and/or Workforce Development.
• Strong written and interpersonal communication and technology skills.
• Commitment to professional and program development.
• Commitment to learner-centered teaching.
• Ability to work effectively and flexibly with a diverse faculty, staff, and student body.
• Evidence of effective, outcomes-based and/or contextualized instruction.

Equivalency Statement We welcome and encourage applicants who do not meet the qualifications as stated above, to put in writing precisely how their background and experience have prepared them for the responsibilities of this position. It is preferred that this document be uploaded separately from the resume, cover letter, and references.

Preferred Qualifications

• TESOL Certification or Masters in Applied Linguistics/ESL.
• Proficiency in Spanish, Arabic, Russian, Haitian Creole, Ukrainian, or another language spoken by our student population.
• Prior experience teaching internationally-trained professionals.
• Familiarity with DESE-funded Adult Education system (including MA ELPS or CCRSAE).
• Prior experience with career-focused ESOL instruction.

Part-Time, Non-Benefitted MCCC Unit Position Hourly Rate: $35.31/hour.

Hours:

14‑18.5 hours/week. Includes paid time for prep and collaboration with colleagues. Contract through June 2026 with possibilities to extend. Funding:
Grant. Anticipated

Start Date:

December 2025.

Disability Accommodations Holyoke Community College is committed to the full inclusion of individuals with disabilities and will ensure the availability of reasonable accommodations.

Background Check

• Employment is contingent upon the successful completion and review of a background check which will include CORI (Criminal Offender Record…