ESL Instructor; PT, Non Credit

Mercer County Community College is a publicly supported college that is open to all and dedicated to student success. The College consists of two campuses, the James Kerney Campus (JKC) in the capital city of Trenton, NJ and a larger 292‑acre suburban campus just six miles north of Trenton.

As part of the comprehensive and valuable benefits package, the College offers credit course tuition waivers for employees, spouses, and dependents.

• The instructor is required to meet the standards/curriculum that they will teach.
• Instructors shall also use the companion instructor's guide and workbook to prepare students to sit for exams and assessments.
• Communicate effectively with students and those affiliated with the course.
• Perform all other duties as assigned by the Program Coordinator.

Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. This list of tasks is illustrative ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class. It does not imply that all positions within the class perform all of the duties listed, nor does it necessarily list all possible duties that may be assigned.

• Teach the course curriculum as outlined.
• Maintain accurate records on all students, including but not limited to attendance records, quiz/assessment results, schedules, and course requirements regarding hours of instruction and content.
• Provide a stimulating environment that encourages student participation and interpersonal skills development.
• Evaluate and document student progress through testing, observation, and assessing skills to determine whether each student has completed each course satisfactorily.
• Please note that assigned tasks and responsibilities span both campuses for all MCCC positions.

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Positions in this class typically require: ability to use a keyboard, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.

Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.

• Bachelor’s degree in related field from an accredited educational institution.
• Demonstrable instructional experience and dedication to student success.
• One – two (1 –
  2) years’ experience teaching ESL courses.
• At least one year of experience in lesson planning, lesson delivery, evaluation and/or remediation in a health care setting with experience gained in such positions as in‑service coordinator, staff educator, or other health personnel.

• Master’s Degree in related field required from an accredited educational institution.
• Certification in TESOL/TEFL or equivalent.
• Two – four (2 –
  4) years’ of experience teaching ESL courses at a Community College.

• Excellent organizational skills.
• Willingness to work on a flexible schedule to meet educational requirements.
• Possess strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently.

• Adaptability: Maintaining effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work tasks or the work environment; adjusting effectively to work within new work structures, processes, requirements, or cultures.
• Building Trust: Interacting with others in a way that gives them confidence in one’s intentions and those of the organization.
• Customer Focus: Making customers and their needs a primary focus of one’s actions; developing and sustaining productive customer relationships.
• Decision Making: Identifying and understanding issues, problems, and opportunities; comparing data from different sources to draw conclusions; using effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions; taking action that is consistent with available facts, constraints, and probable consequences.
• Gaining Commitment: Using appropriate…