CLIP (CUNY Language Immersion Program) Instructor - (One Anticipated Vacancy

New York City College of Technology of the City University of New York (CUNY) invites applications for a CLIP (CUNY Language Immersion Program) Instructor starting in the Fall 2026 semester.

Persons employed in the title of CLIP Instructor will teach and perform related functions as part of the CUNY Language Immersion Program. CLIP Instructors are full‑time, non‑tenure track positions subject to annual reappointments. CLIP is an intensive English‑language program for immigrant students who have been accepted to CUNY and require increased proficiency in preparation for college classes. Instruction is content‑based, scheduled 25 hours per week in day and evening sessions, and may be fully in‑person or hybrid.

• Provide 25 hours of instruction per week in academic reading, writing, listening, and speaking to a class of approximately 25 students.
• Integrate language instruction with level‑appropriate academic content in a sustained, content‑based curriculum.
• Use an active, student‑centered approach with frequent peer‑to‑peer and peer‑to‑instructor interaction.
• Provide written and oral feedback on content development as well as linguistic components of student work.
• Fulfill a portion of the instructional hours and duties remotely, using synchronous and asynchronous instruction in alignment with program guidelines if assigned a hybrid or remote schedule.
• Maintain student records.
• Participate in ongoing training in CLIP instructional approaches and curriculum implementation.
• Participate in program support activities, such as scoring program‑wide exams and class placement.
• Collaborate in activities that foster continuous program improvement and development.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution and other qualifications as may be necessary for satisfactory performance of instructional functions.

• Minimum of one full fall or spring semester of teaching experience as a CLIP CET or CLIP Instructor at any participating college.
• MA in Applied Linguistics, TESOL, or related field.
• Three years of teaching experience preparing ESL students for college‑level study.
• Experience developing and teaching content‑based ESL curricula and effectively implementing prepared curricula while adapting to student needs.
• Excellent class management and facilitation skills and experience using a learner‑centered approach to foster a collaborative learning community.
• Background in teaching non‑fiction and fiction reading skills and academic essay writing in response to assigned readings.
• Experience using synchronous and asynchronous platforms and tools to teach interactive hybrid and/or remote classes and innovative use of instructional technology.
• Sensitivity to and experience with teaching culturally and linguistically diverse students.
• Ability to receive and incorporate feedback and collaborate effectively with team members and stakeholders.
• Outstanding oral and written communication skills.

Selected candidates with a minimum full semester of CLIP experience will be hired as CLIP Instructors. Candidates without such experience will be hired as CLIP Continuing Education Teachers (CET) for a full fall or spring semester and may be considered for future instructor appointments after successful completion of a semester of service.

$54,968 – $70,571 per year (not including summer term). Salary commensurate with education and experience. CUNY offers a competitive faculty compensation and benefits package covering health insurance, pension and retirement benefits, paid parental leave, and savings programs.

Visit https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). access the employment page, and search for this vacancy using Job  or Title. Applicants should provide a resume and cover letter. Review of resumes begins on or after July 10, 2026.

CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. 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.