Assistant/Associate Professor of ESL

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University • Prescott, AZ

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About The Position

The Assistant Professor of English as a Second Language (ESL) at the Embry-Riddle Language Institute (ERLI) is a non-tenure track, full-time faculty position dedicated to high-quality instruction and student success. The faculty member’s primary responsibilities are teaching, advising, and contributing to curriculum delivery in alignment with ERLI’s mission and accreditation standards. Non-tenure track faculty are vital members of the academic community and are appointed on renewable contracts based on performance and program need.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in TESOL, Applied Linguistics, or closely related field
• Minimum 2 years of postsecondary ESL/EAP teaching experience, preferably in an intensive English program
• Experience in curriculum development, assessment, and academic advising
• Familiarity with instructional technology and hybrid/online teaching
• Native or near-native oral and written English fluency
• Strong intercultural communication skills and sensitivity to the needs of international students
• Evidence of effective instructional planning, assessment, and record keeping

Nice To Haves

• 1+ years of experience teaching EFL abroad
• Experience teaching remotely via Zoom or similar platforms
• Familiarity with Canvas or other learning management systems
• Experience presenting and/or publishing in the TESOL field
• TESOL Certificate (100+ class hours plus monitored practicum)
• Active membership in local or national TESOL professional associations
• Bilingual or multilingual proficiency

Responsibilities

• Organize instructional planning according to objectives in the ERLI curriculum.
• Oversee the continuous improvement of courses to strengthen content and ensure coverage of all curricula.
• Complete and submit syllabi, course plans, diagnostic and final exams, Early & Midterm Alerts, and other required documents by established due dates.
• Maintain accurate daily attendance records in the online system.
• Keep grade records and report grades weekly.
• Assess student academic progress on an ongoing basis using sufficient and appropriate measures.
• Provide academic advisement for ERLI students, including coursework support, academic intervention, and success strategies.
• Contribute positively to student success through supportive philosophy, professional attitude, and consistent performance.
• Participate in required ERLI faculty meetings and serve on committees as appropriate.
• Support departmental initiatives that strengthen instructional quality, student experience, and program development.
• Participate in professional development activities as required in the ERLI Faculty Professional Development Policy.
• Remain current in the field of TESOL/Applied Linguistics through readings, workshops, and other professional activities.

Benefits

• Generous Time Off: Enjoy 9+ paid holidays, including the day after Thanksgiving and the week between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day.
• Tuition Coverage: Get 100% tuition coverage for yourself for one undergraduate and one graduate degree, and discounted rates for your spouse and dependent children up to age 26.
• Retirement Contributions: ERAU contributes 6% of your base salary to your retirement plan and offers a 4% matching contribution – with no vesting period.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time