Adult Educator- English as a Second Language (Part-Time)

ADULT EDUCATOR - ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE (ESL) 
TRUMAN COLLEGE

Truman College is seeking a Part-Time English as a Second Language (ESL) Adult Educator to provide instruction to students enrolled in our Adult Education Department. Adult Education is a comprehensive program of free classes for adult students who need to learn English and improve their basic literacy skills, obtain a GED certificate, prepare for the Citizenship, or gain the knowledge needed for transition to college and career pathways.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Provides instruction in English as a Second Language (ESL) courses.
• Develops class syllabi and appropriate class materials and curriculum for class instruction.
• Takes attendance and monitors class enrollment.
• Evaluates student progress and extra instruction needs; refers student to tutoring as needed.
• Administers progress tests to students and assigns grades based on test results.
• Prepares reports to senior management regarding test scores, student participation and student progress.
• Stays abreast of pedagogy of teaching & adjusts teaching methods accordingly. 
• Keeps abreast of state rules and regulations regarding Adult Education policies.
• Attends regular staff meetings with Adult Education Managers and Adult Education Deans to receive information regarding program policies and procedures.
• Assists with program registration.
• Participates in staff development programs as required.
• Performs related duties as required. 

QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited university in English, Linguistics, TESOL, or a related field.
• M.A. in English, Applied Linguistics, TESOL, or a related field preferred.
• Standard-Proficient Instructor training for ESL preferred.
• International degree(s) evaluated by a certified provider (e.g. E.C.E., W.E.S., etc.).
• Official transcript(s) reflect sufficient subject-relevant coursework to teach the assigned course.
• Submit sample lesson plans, syllabi and/or teaching portfolio that reflect skills in area(s) of instruction, including computer literacy and adult learning practices.
• Resume reflects knowledge of current adult education classroom assessment techniques.
• Completed satisfactory teaching demonstration for the hiring committee.
• 15 graduate hours or more in the discipline that they will be teaching.
• Current enrollment in a subject appropriate, master's degree program at an accredited university/college.
• Schedules vary.

We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.

Thank you for your interest in CCC!