Adjunct, Intensive English Institute

Florida Atlantic University • Boca Raton, FL

21h • Hybrid

About The Position

The Intensive English Institute invites applications for adjunct instructor positions. The primary role of IEI is to prepare internationals for university admissions to FAU. IEI also serves language learners who are seeking language training for other academic and professional goals. Adjunct instructor responsibilities include: Delivering challenging and stimulating lessons in-person; instruction is primarily in-person with hi-flex/hybrid options. Preparing materials for assigned course(s); transforming course objectives and materials into useful learning activities for students. Holding regular office hours and meeting/conferencing with students as needed. Applying knowledge of language, cross-cultural communication and language acquisition to assist learners in own language objectives. Affirming learners’ own linguistic backgrounds. Participating in faculty meetings and other departmental meetings and activities. Participating in faculty professional development and implementing research in class.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in TESOL, Linguistics, Applied Linguistics, or English OR
• Master’s degree with 18 graduate credits in linguistics, TESOL, English, Education, language instruction, or related area
• Excellent English language proficiency

Nice To Haves

• Two years teaching ESL courses for college/university preparation.
• Demonstrated ability to use adaptive teaching styles and innovative technologies to serve the needs of various learners.
• Excellent communication skills and teamwork.
• Experience with Canvas or similar learning management systems.
• Experience teaching abroad.

Responsibilities

• Delivering challenging and stimulating lessons in-person; instruction is primarily in-person with hi-flex/hybrid options.
• Preparing materials for assigned course(s); transforming course objectives and materials into useful learning activities for students.
• Holding regular office hours and meeting/conferencing with students as needed.
• Applying knowledge of language, cross-cultural communication and language acquisition to assist learners in own language objectives.
• Affirming learners’ own linguistic backgrounds.
• Participating in faculty meetings and other departmental meetings and activities.
• Participating in faculty professional development and implementing research in class.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees