Lecturer - English​/ESL

Overview

The English Department at Bronx Community College invites applications for a Lecturer position in English with a specialty in Teaching English as a Second Language (TESOL). The successful candidate will be expected to teach a wide range of ESL courses with a focus on academic writing and, possibly, credit‑bearing composition courses geared to native English speakers. We are especially interested in candidates with a strong background in TESOL, basic writing, and writing studies with a record of success in teaching academic literacy to linguistically diverse students.

• Teach ESL courses, including academic writing and composition, in person and through multiple modalities.
• Enroll and mentor diverse student populations; support student learning and success.
• Participate actively in departmental and College committee work and other service duties.
• Serve as ESL Coordinator: advise the English Chairperson on all ESL matters; schedule ESL courses and program meetings; review student placements; hire and train ESL adjunct faculty; coordinate placement exams; support students and faculty on ESL‑related issues; represent the ESL program at campus and CUNY‑wide events.
• Meet the course load of twenty‑four hours per year and fulfill the major expectations of departmental service.

• Bachelor’s degree in the area(s) of expertise.

• MA or PhD in TESOL, Applied Linguistics, Language and Literacy, English, Composition Studies, Basic Writing, or related fields.
• Two years or more experience teaching college‑level ESL writing courses.
• Ability to teach successfully, collaborate with others for the good of the institution, and perform service for the department, college, and university.
• Administrative experience preferred.

Salary range: $57,039 to $91,753, commensurate with education and experience. CUNY offers a competitive compensation and benefits package covering health insurance, pension and retirement benefits, paid parental leave, and savings programs. The department also provides mentoring and support for research, scholarship, and publication as part of ongoing faculty professional development.

Visit https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). access the employment page, log in or create a new user account, and search for this vacancy using the Job  Title. Select “Apply Now” and provide the requested information. Candidates should provide a CV/resume, a cover letter, and a statement of their pedagogical philosophy, particularly as it pertains to the teaching of writing in a multilingual setting.

Until Filled

CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans, and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.

• Location:
  
  Bronx Community College
• Job
• Seniority level:
  Entry level
• Employment type:
  
  Full‑time
• Job function:
  Education and Training
• Industry: Higher Education