Adjunct Instructor - ELL (Independence RLC/Arcadia)
About The Position
Western Technical College is a preferred employer in the 7 Rivers Region and is committed to providing a safe and respectful workplace for all co-workers. As an open-access institution, we proudly serve learners from all walks of life, recognizing that diverse backgrounds and lived experiences enrich our community and strengthen our mission. We are committed to creating a sense of belonging where everyone feels empowered to be themselves and supported in their personal and professional growth. This means actively identifying and removing barriers to opportunity and providing pathways to social and economic advancement. Western is deeply connected to the communities we serve, and we believe in the power of education to drive positive change. We seek individuals who are passionate about teaching and learning, dedicated to student success, and eager to collaborate in building a more vibrant, equitable community. If you share these values and are ready to make a meaningful impact, we invite you to explore this opportunity at Western. Summary of Position: Instructors are responsible for providing quality academic curriculum, instruction, assessment, and for ensuring a productive and challenging learning experience is delivered to prepare students for the workplace and/or a pathway to further education. This position works to promote social justice within the division and the larger academic institution. The position is a substitute position. Instruction is primarily in a face-to-face format on Tuesday and Thursday mornings (9AM-12PM) at the Independence Regional Learning Center and on Tuesday and Thursday evenings (530PM-730PM) at Arcadia High School. As needs arise, substitute instructors pick up classes during these times as their schedules allow.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree or higher with credits, certification or teaching experience in TEFL, VESL, or TESL
- Ability to teach some day or evening classes at the Independence Regional Learning Center or Arcadia High School
- Maintain necessary credentials and professional development in accordance with Higher Learning Commission, WTCS Faculty Quality Assurance System, other program accreditation or individual occupational licensures, and state and federal law
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's degree in education
- Background in teaching underserved populations
Responsibilities
- Deliver courses in multiple modes of delivery including modern classroom (F2F), online or hybrid/blended, and on-site training for external customers where applicable
- Develop and deliver instructional activities
- Address and refer student concerns
- Guide and support students on one-to-one basis outside the classroom as well as in classroom setting
- Assist students in developing critical thinking skills to understand/apply concepts of subject matter to vocational, ethical, social, and personal practices
- Monitor student progress and conduct student evaluation
- Provide input on and/or maintain division accreditation and student records
- Integrate the college SuccessAbilities as well as the program outcomes and course competencies
- Responsible for instructional learning activities
- Provide academic referrals as appropriate
- Organize, develop, and deliver outcomes-based curriculum and assess student progress
Benefits
- Safe and respectful workplace
- Support in personal and professional growth
- Pathways to social and economic advancement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
