Adjunct Faculty,English Academic Purposes Job Venice area,Florida USA,Education / Teaching

Position: Adjunct Faculty, English for Academic Purposes

Job Summary

An adjunct faculty member will be responsible for maintaining the highest academic standards in his/her particular discipline. The individual is expected to exercise professionalism in all activities related to the role of academician, including those concerned with the various duties assigned by the Department Chair, and any involvement with colleagues, peers, community and students. The position of an adjunct faculty member is temporary, and is contracted as needed.

Provides instruction in the English for Academic Purposes (EAP) program, focusing on the specific skills of academic reading/vocabulary, academic writing/grammar, and academic and professional speaking/listening. Within this context, you will equip adult English Language Learners (ELL), with the language, critical thinking, cultural and college success skills necessary to successfully achieve their full academic and professional goals. The successful candidate must have prior experience teaching EAP or ESL to adults and the ability to be creative in the classroom.

Computer literacy is essential. Adjunct faculty are paid at a rate of $2000 per 3

ILH.

NOTE:

Job descriptions and essential functions are subject to change due to advances in technology, utilization of workforce, and other factors which may impact the College's need to modify position requirements.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The following essential job functions identify various types of work performed in this position. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Applicants may be asked to demonstrate any or all of the following duties:

Teaches all courses as assigned.

Maintains attendance and punctuality.

Maintains a professional appearance at all times.

Prepares course syllabi (if not provided by the Department).

Prepares instructional materials (if not provided by Department).

Delivers course content in an effective manner to support student learning and meets the designated student learning outcomes.

Participates in assessment.

Meets all scheduled classes on the assigned day /time.

Uses scheduled class time appropriately.

Makes oneself available to students and college officials as needed.

Demonstrates a professional attitude, philosophy, compassion and commitment that promotes student student growth and learning.

Demonstrates commitment to the institutional mission, goals, and objectives.

Adheres to College Rules and Procedures, which reflect updated Federal, state, and local legislation/regulations and College policy that governs the educational process.

Maintains accurate student records for grading and attendance purposes, submitting attendance, grades, and other reports within college deadlines.

During periods of planned absences, coordinates with the respective Department Chair or supervising academic administrator for qualified substitute instructors and provides instructional materials, protocols, and directions to ensure consistent and sequential classroom instruction.

Promotes and maintains a healthy and safe educational and work environment, free from harassment and discrimination.

Demonstrates professional growth and development by updating knowledge of subject matter and using effective teaching techniques.

Develops, maintains and promotes a positive working environment among departmental faculty.

Performs all other duties as assigned by the respective Department Chair or other supervising academic administrator.

Job Qualifications

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education/Experience:

Master's Degree in TESOL or Master's Degree with 18 graduate credit hours in TESOL, TESL, or applied linguistics. Candidates with a Bachelor's Degree in TESL or related Bachelor's Degree + TESL Certification of 120 hours from an accredited program may be considered.

Computer Skills:

Must demonstrate effective use of instructional technology and be familiar with current office hardware and software.

Certificates and Licenses:

Responsibility for Communication: Must be able to effectively communicate with students, staff and the public.
Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The noise level in the work environment varies from very quiet to moderate as is typical of an office or classroom environment. The environment is usually indoors in a centrally heated/air-conditioned climate. Lighting conditions meet recommended standards and are…

Adjunct Faculty, English Academic Purposes