Adjunct Faculty, English for Academic Purposes

State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota • Works at Venice and Bradenton, FL

6d • Onsite

About The Position

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 3ILH. 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.

Requirements

• 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.
• Must demonstrate effective use of instructional technology and be familiar with current office hardware and software.
• Must be able to effectively communicate with students, staff and the public.
• Regularly required to touch, handle, feel or reach objects, tools and controls; and verbally communicate with students and co-workers.
• May be frequently required to sit and/or stand for extended periods of time.
• Independently transport oneself to various campus locations on a 100-acre campus.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, identification and discernment of colors, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to focus.
• Prior experience teaching EAP or ESL to adults.
• Ability to be creative in the classroom.
• Computer literacy is essential.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Benefits

• Low-cost State of Florida medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Tuition scholarships for employees and eligible dependents
• Paid life insurance
• Employer contributions to the Florida Retirement System (FRS)
• Paid sick and/or vacation leave (for full-time employees)
• Complimentary access to wellness activities
• Four-day work week during June and July for eligible 12-month employees working in the summer
• Paid winter break and spring break
• Access to on-campus Collegiate School for eligible dependents

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level