Sr Learning Specialist-ESOL; Campus Title ESOL Adult Education Instructor; Pool

Position: Sr Learning Specialist-ESOL (Campus Title ESOL Adult Education Instructor) (Pool) - Mount Wachusett Community College
Job Description:

This particular job posting is a "Pool" position. There may or may not be available openings at this time however, when an opening does occur, the hiring manager will draw from the pool of applicants we have on file on an as needed basis. Applicants for positions will not be notified of their status unless they are contacted to come in for an interview, which might occur soon after applying or as much as a year later.

General Statement of Duties:

The ESOL Instructor possesses a deep understanding of current theories and principles of second language acquisition and the ability to apply this knowledge to promote English language development, academic preparation for postsecondary enrollment, and enhanced employability for second language learners enrolled in Adult Education programming  ESOL Instructor provides rigorous,in person and/or remote synchronous and asynchronous, standards based instruction aligned to the Massachusetts English Language Proficiency Standards for Adult Education.

The ESOL Instructor implements evidence-based instructional strategies and aligns professional practice to the Massachusetts Professional Standards for Teachers of Adult Speakers of Other Languages. The ESOL instructor delivers high quality instruction that supports the acquisition of foundational English language skills, academic skills to support post-secondary enrollment, digital literacy skills, and workplace readiness skills to enhance employability.

Responsibilities:

* Designs and delivers rigorous academic in person and/or online instruction aligned to thematic units designed to build skills in core language acquisition areas of Reading, Writing, Speaking, Listening, Mathematics, and Workplace Readiness.

* Implement evidence-based instructional practices as part of course design and delivery.

* Incorporate lessons and themes that address the components of language (sounds, vocabulary, syntax, communicative contexts and purposes and language awareness) to develop English language proficiency.

* Conduct diagnostic, formative, and summative assessments to inform instructional design and delivery and to measure student learning.

* Use task-based language learning activities that require learners to use authentic, unscripted language to complete tasks that resemble real-life problems or situations encountered by the learners outside of the classroom.

* Incorporate educational technology (including but not limited to Burlington English, IXL, Newsela, Nearpod, Flocabulary, etc.) to enhance learning activities and maximize student learning.

* The ESOL Instructor will deliver instruction using research-based practices effective for adult learners in in person and/or remote settings.

* Maintain appropriate student data including proof of academic progress and samples of completed work and utilize that data to increase access to curriculum and design individualized learning opportunities for students as necessary.

* Participate in student progress team meetings with colleagues (administration, advisors, instructors, etc.).

* When working on-site or in an online course, arrive on site at least ten minutes prior to the beginning of class and stay until completing scheduled learning activities

* Work cooperatively with Counselors to assist each enrolled student in the development of a comprehensive education and career plan that includes a review of local labor market data and education and training opportunities in the priority industries within their region.

* Collaborate with program Career Development Counselors to deliver classroom instruction in college and workplace readiness. Assist advisors in the alignment of these lessons to academic and content standards.

* Contextualize instruction to include industry specific content (if appropriate for work assignment).

* Maintain electronic copies of weekly instructional plans aligned to the program's curriculum and the Massachusetts English Language Proficiency Standards for Adult Education. Plans must be available for review by administration at the request of the Director of Adult Education, the President's Designee, or funders.

* Increase knowledge and awareness of postsecondary education and employment opportunities within the priority industries of North Central Massachusetts as identified by the Mass Hire North Central Workforce Board and Skills Cabinet Regional Blueprint.

* Attend all program wide meetings as scheduled by the Director of Adult Education and or the President's Designee, or funder.

* Participate in regularly scheduled curriculum development and program improvement activities as assigned by the Director of Adult Education or his/her designee.

* Engage in common planning time with peers - offering the opportunity for collegial exchanges of ideas and the development of creative and engaging lessons.

* Work in collaboration with the Adult Education program on developing and/or implementing multi-year strategic plans aligned to WIOA, State, Local, and Institutional…