ELS Temporary Associate Instructor
About The Position
The ELS Temporary Associate Instructor plans, teaches, and evaluates assigned classes in accordance with the ELS curriculum, primarily for adult students, with assistance from the Academic Director, Instructional Specialists, and Senior Instructors. The role maintains student class records, completes administrative duties as requested or required by the Academic Director, and participates in professional development, including workshops, meetings, and assistance to other instructors. The instructor is usually called in to substitute in emergency situations for less than a full day. The position is based in Cincinnati, Ohio. Compensation is $20.00–$26.00 per instructional unit, based on education, credentials, and experience. The role requires a bachelor’s degree in English or a related field. Candidates without an MA in TESOL or CELTA need a minimum of six months of ESL teaching experience. Experience teaching adult and young adult students is necessary. Preferred qualifications include certificates in CELTA or TESOL, or a master’s degree in Applied Linguistics or TESOL, or a related field.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or better in English or a related field.
- At least six months of ESL teaching experience for candidates who do not have an MA in TESOL or CELTA.
- Experience teaching adult and young adult students.
- Ability to teach assigned ELS curriculum classes and complete related instructional and administrative duties.
Nice To Haves
- Certificate or better in CELTA or a related field.
- Certificate or better in TESOL or a related field.
- Master’s degree or better in Applied Linguistics or a related field.
- Master’s degree or better in TESOL or a related field.
Responsibilities
- Teach SSP (Structure/Speaking Practice), Vocabulary Enrichment, Reading/Writing, LTC (Language Technology Center), and/or Skills Enhancement Classes (SECs) as assigned.
- Prepare lesson plans, exercises, and tests.
- Test, evaluate, and counsel students regarding their classroom performance.
- Maintain a classroom environment conducive to learning.
- Coordinate instruction, attendance records, and evaluations with other teachers.
- Know and adhere to Center and Company policies and procedures, and communicate local policy to Associate Instructors.
- Complete administrative paperwork as required or requested.
- Maintain performance and attendance records.
- Maintain Center resource materials and files.
- Observe other teachers as suggested by the Academic Director for professional development, and be observed in all facets of the program.
- Participate in administrative meetings and professional development activities.
- Participate in the employee evaluation process, including classroom observations, follow-up discussions, and performance appraisals.
- Provide assistance to Associate Instructors.
- Develop and/or refine teaching materials at the local level.
- Participate in activities during scheduled class hours and, when requested, disseminate information about after-class activities.
- Contribute to maintaining neat classrooms, the staff workroom, and the staff lounge.
- Substitute in emergency situations for less than a full day when there are no reasonable alternatives available to the Academic Director, provided the instructor is not already teaching a full day.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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Career Level
Entry Level
