ELA Success Adjunct; English Language Acquisition

Position: ELA Success Adjunct (English Language Acquisition)
Renton Technical College (RTC) is seeking a dedicated ELA Success Instructor passionate about supporting English Language Acquisition (ELA) students in their orientation class in preparation for their ELA foundation and focus classes. Our transitional studies department (College and Career Pathways) is celebrated for its diverse and dynamic faculty, staff, and student body, reflecting a wide range of cultural backgrounds and experiences.

Designed in the spirit of Washington's College Success classes, this role is essential in providing students with the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in their educational journey within our College and Career Pathways department. This an adjunct faculty position contracted on a quarterly basis with expected renewal. This position is represented by the Renton Federation of Teachers (RFT) Employees Association.

Credit load will vary depending on need and schedule, the anticipated vacancies are included below. Adjunct faculty are benefits eligible after carrying a half-time load (7.5 credits) for 2+ quarters. A full-time load is 15 credits. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis as needs arise within each department. Deans will evaluate applications periodically and contact candidates as adjunct positions become available.

Note that applications may be reviewed at any time while this posting remains active.

Anticipated Vacancy Needs

Basic/Beg
- Evening 7pm-9pm (7 credits)

Basic Evening - 6PM - 9PM (18 credits)

Renton Technical College, located southeast of Seattle, has provided quality education in a variety of occupations for over 80 years. Our professional-technical certificate and degree programs offer entry and mid-level training in the areas of allied health, trades and industry, culinary, business, technology, and automotive. Our outstanding college & career pathways program with classes in adult basic education, English as a second language, and GED preparation is available to those who need additional preparation before entering a training program and for those who simply wish to improve their math and English skills.

Career Education and apprenticeships degrees round out our offerings.  

As an Achieving the Dream and an Aspen Institute top 10 finalist in Community College Excellence, RTC is also proud to be a Military Friendly School, serving those who chose to serve. Renton Technical College is committed to increasing its cultural diversity with an emphasis on equity and inclusion among its faculty and staff. The students that we serve come from a variety of backgrounds and are over 60% of color.  

We strongly encourage members of historically minoritized groups, veterans, and bi- or multi-lingual individuals to apply for this position to help meet the needs of our diverse students and service district.

* Demonstrate multicultural competence (including an awareness and understanding of historically disadvantaged populations) and create an educational and work environment that affirms commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.

* Student Orientation:
Facilitate orientation class (ELA Success) for new and returning ELA students including seeing classrooms, the library, getting student IDs, and meeting student services staff.  

* Technical Support:
Guide students in logging into Canvas, using campus resources, understanding program structure and how to manage RTC communication (emails, canvas inbox)    

* Policy

Education:

Educate students on attendance policies, course repeats, academic calendar and other relevant policies. Class schedule modalities & expectations.

* Assessment and Placement:
Conduct speaking and writing assessments to determine appropriate placement and registration into subsequent classes in tandem with CASAS scores and scheduling.

* Support the college's mission by creating a learning and work environment of mutual respect and fairness, while encouraging creative and critical thinking. Contribute to the appreciation of diversity and foster a climate of multicultural understanding.

* Provide leadership in working to improve access and successful educational outcomes for underrepresented student populations.  

* Assess, monitor, and document student performance.

* Advise students in meeting their educational goals; complete required paperwork and submit required attendance.

* Maintain student records such as grades using the Canvas learning management system.

* Attend scheduled College & Career Pathways department and team meetings as appropriate.

* Fulfill part-time faculty responsibilities in accordance with the negotiated agreement and College policies.

* Support the College's mission by creating a learning environment of mutual respect and fairness, while encouraging creative and critical thinking through an equity lens.

* Develop and maintain effective working relationships with students and staff.

* Communicate professionally and effectively, both orally and in writing, with college employees, departments and outside agencies.

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