Adjunct Faculty, ESOL

Monroe Community College•Rochester, NY

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Adjunct faculty prepare and teach courses in the ESOL department, develop educational materials, and assist with assessment of student learning as appropriate. Classes may be assigned at the Brighton and/or Downtown Campus. The successful candidate will bring a passion for teaching and a desire to support and mentor MCC students pursuing educational and career goals. This posting is for daytime, in-person teaching assignments only; no late afternoon, evening, or online positions are available. Assignments are temporary, part-time, filled on an as-needed basis, and may be offered year-round according to College needs. Adjunct faculty report to the ESOL Program coordinator and the chairperson of the World Languages & Cultures Department. The position teaches integrated or skill-specific English language courses for ESOL Program students and evaluates student performance according to ESOL Program, department, and College guidelines. Faculty prepare lesson plans and instructional materials, create engaging activities, prepare course information sheets, syllabi, and outlines, and maintain student records. They support retention and completion initiatives, use appropriate high-impact teaching practices, pursue pedagogical and TESOL professional development, and maintain technological competencies. Faculty are expected to contribute to an equitable, inclusive, and collaborative College environment, adhere to the College Code of Conduct, and commit to the philosophy of a comprehensive community college and ongoing professional growth. The Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 pay rate is determined by adjunct rank and ranges from $1,253 to $1,528 per contact hour. Remote work locations outside New York State are generally not authorized; limited short-term, temporary exceptions may be approved by the College for business or operational needs.

Requirements

Earned a master's degree in TESOL, applied linguistics, or a closely related field, with a TESOL certificate, from a regionally accredited higher education institution.
At least one year of ESOL classroom teaching experience.
Ability to teach courses within the department.
Evidence of effective English communication skills, including interpersonal, speaking, and writing skills.
Commitment to supporting an inclusive campus environment.
Evidence of respect for and understanding of people with diverse backgrounds, abilities, and needs.
Evidence of commitment to the philosophy of a comprehensive community college.
Evidence of proficiency with technology.
Commitment to continued professional growth.

Nice To Haves

ESOL teaching experience at the college or high school level, or in an intensive English program.
Experience teaching intermediate- or advanced-level reading and writing.
Cross-cultural experience, such as study or work abroad, and/or basic fluency in another language.
Knowledge of, or experience implementing, a variety of teaching strategies.
Awareness of the potential value of technology as a teaching tool.
Experience with computerized student record management.

Responsibilities

Teach integrated or skill-specific English language courses for ESOL Program students and evaluate student performance according to program, department, and College guidelines.
Teach assigned courses and sections as outlined by the contract and as available.
Prepare innovative lesson plans and create instructional materials and activities that engage students.
Prepare course information sheets, syllabi, and outlines in accordance with department and College guidelines.
Demonstrate and maintain current TESOL knowledge.
Establish and maintain an engaging, supportive classroom environment that encourages student participation.
Maintain student attendance, grades, and other records according to department and College guidelines, and submit them on time.
Assist the department with student retention and completion initiatives.
Develop innovative teaching pedagogies and incorporate high-impact teaching practices into course design as appropriate.
Participate actively in pedagogical and TESOL professional development.
Manage time effectively and multitask and prioritize workflow.
Adhere to the College Code of Conduct and contribute to an equitable, inclusive, and collaborative College environment.
Maintain technological competencies used by the College and pursue ongoing professional growth, including diversity, equity, and inclusion training.
Perform other duties and responsibilities assigned by the ESOL Program coordinator and/or WLC department chair.