Adult and Pre-College Education Evening Hyflex ESL Adjunct Instructor

Southwestern Oregon Community College•Coos Bay, OR

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Southwestern Oregon Community College is seeking an Adjunct Faculty Instructor to teach evening English as a Second Language (ESL) classes in Adult and Pre-College Education. Classes are taught in a hyflex format, with in-person instruction at the Coos Bay or Curry Campus and simultaneous participation through Zoom. The position serves Coos and Curry Counties and online/remote learners. The instructor uses varied teaching approaches and technology to address different learning modalities and student needs. Responsibilities include evaluating students under course and college policies, submitting grades on time, and preparing a syllabus for each course that identifies outcomes, structure, materials, grading criteria, Oregon Adult English Language Proficiency Standards, due dates, exam dates, and office hours. The instructor also works cooperatively with students and colleagues, follows college policies, and maintains professional knowledge of teaching techniques. The role is part-time and exempt. The instructor must reside in Oregon and, upon hiring, complete all required Title II/Oregon Adult Basic Skills professional development activities and certifications. Final candidates undergo a criminal background check.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in social science, English, adult education, TESOL, or a related field, from an institution accredited by an accreditor recognized by the U.S. Department of Education’s Office of Degree Authorization, as required by ORS 348.609.
At least three years of demonstrated teaching experience in a K-12 or Adult Basic Skills setting.
Ability to instruct individuals and groups using varied learning modalities and methods.
Knowledge of computers and ability to integrate appropriate technologies into the ESL curriculum.
Ability to use instructional delivery methods that broaden public access to post-secondary education and reflect an adult orientation.
Ability to work effectively and sensitively with people of diverse cultural backgrounds, perspectives, and abilities.
Ability to evaluate student progress empirically and holistically and to develop or prescribe curriculum materials for individuals and classes.
Ability to motivate and inspire students.
Effective oral and written English communication skills, including the ability to restate information at different language levels, simplify it, and use demonstrations connected to prior knowledge and concrete experience.
Ability to work cooperatively with department members and the college community in meetings and projects.
Ability to review, understand, apply, and share concepts from training programs, conferences, and professional literature.
Willingness to teach at various hours as required.
Must reside in the State of Oregon.
Upon hiring, complete all Title II/Oregon ABS professional development activities and certifications.
Final candidates must undergo a criminal background check.
Official transcripts for the required degree must be provided by the final candidate.

Nice To Haves

At least two years of demonstrated college teaching experience, preferably at a community college or in an adult education setting.

Responsibilities

Teach assigned evening ESL courses in Adult and Pre-College Education in a hyflex format, both in person and simultaneously on Zoom.
Use instructional methods suited to students and audiences, including lectures, demonstrations, group discussions, technology-enhanced instruction, computer-assisted instruction, and distance delivery.
Explain and deliver course materials in varied ways to support a broad range of learning activities and needs.
Evaluate students according to course-outline criteria and applicable college policies and procedures.
Submit grades in accordance with college policies and procedures.
Prepare a syllabus for each course, including course outcomes, structure, materials, grading criteria, Oregon Adult English Language Proficiency Standards, due dates, exam dates, and office hours.
Work courteously and cooperatively with colleagues and students from diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds.
Comply with Southwestern Oregon Community College rules, regulations, and policies.
Maintain professional growth by staying current with and expanding knowledge of teaching techniques.
Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.