English As A Second Language Instructor (Officer – – Advanced Class ID #: Class B)

ProSidian Consulting•Newport, RI

17d•Onsite

About The Position

ProSidian Seeks a English As A Second Language Instructor (Officer – – Advanced Class ID #: Class B) - Naval War College English As A Second Language Classes (ESL Classes) in CONUS - Newport, RI 02841 to support an engagement for an academic staff college and "Home of Thought" for the United States Navy located in Naval Station Newport in Newport, Rhode Island. The Naval War College's Mission is to preserve a current and relevant curriculum, a world-class faculty and staff, and the best and brightest joint student body educated both during their time at the college and through a robust alumni program of lifelong learning afterward. English As A Second Language Instructor (Officer – – Advanced Class ID #: Class B) - Naval War College English As A Second Language Classes (ESL Classes) Candidates shall work to support requirements for Program Support and Provide English As A Second Language Classes (ESL Classes) focused on English Improvement OBO The U.S. Naval War College International Programs Branch. The ProSidian Engagement Team shall conduct English As A Second Language Classes (ESL Classes) focused on English Improvement at the Naval War College on behalf of the U.S. Naval War College International Programs Branch. Specifically, courses will be taught with an emphasis on academic preparation for reading and writing. In addition, if funding is available, and Optional course of instruction will be open to officers' spouses at the beginner level. Government Furnished Material: In support of this contract, the Naval War College will make arrangements for and provide appropriately equipped classrooms located in Newport, RI 02841 - All classes will be taught in the Naval War College Classroom scheduled to be in Pringle Hall, Room 360 during the Fall/Winter and spring schedule. The instructor assumes direct responsibility for the delivery and conduct of classroom instruction, including coursework material preparation, student roster maintenance, and attendance reporting. Courses will be taught with an emphasis on academic preparation for reading and writing at the Naval War College. JOB GOAL: To deliver high quality and rigorous instruction aimed at accelerating English language learning, exposing students to the content vocabulary, and preparing English Language Learners to move towards proficiency in the English language.

Requirements

English As A Second Language Instructor (Officer – – Advanced Class ID #: Class B) - Naval War College English As A Second Language Classes (ESL Classes) shall have consecutive employment in a position with comparable responsibilities within the past five (5) years
Must be able to use a computer to communicate via email; and proficient in Microsoft Office Products (Word/Excel/PowerPoint) and related tools and technology required for the position.
Work products shall be thorough, accurate, appropriately documented, and comply with established criteria.
The candidate shall ensure that duties are performed in a competent and professional manner that meets milestones/delivery schedules as outlined.
Minimum of a bachelor's degree
Possess a valid Newport, RI (or other recognized state) Teaching Licenses in the subject area of interest and in English as a Second Language (ESL).
Demonstrated expertise and experience teaching English Language Learners as outlined by the Newport, RI (or other recognized state) Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.
Demonstrated success in developing the English language proficiency of secondary school English Language Learners.
Experience in curriculum development for English as a Second Language (ESL) and English language learner (ELL) Classes.
College-level teaching experience and Proven technological proficiency.
The ability to work effectively with a diverse faculty, staff, and student body.
U.S. Citizenship Required - You must be a United States Citizen
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Proficient with Microsoft Office Products (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, & Adobe)
All ProSidian staff must be determined eligible for a “Facility Access Authorization” (also referred to as an “Employment Authorization”) by the USG’s designated Security Office.
May be required to complete a Financial Disclosure Statement
Must be able to submit to and qualify for varying levels of background investigative requirements, up to a Top Secret or DOE "Q" clearance.
Teaching ESL: 2 years (Required)

Nice To Haves

Master's Degree in a related field (Proffered)
A moderate amount of experience teaching English as a second language in higher education or other related experience
Master's in ESLEFL pedagogy, linguistics, or a related field of language teaching, experience teaching International Teaching Assistants, experience in critiquing writing skills and administrative experience.
Experience and availability for teaching Bi-weekly ESL classes on the Intermediate and Advanced levels.
Two Years' Experience Critiquing writing skills and Administrative experience Teaching ITA's
Experience and International TEFL Academy (ITA) Certification for TEFL - Teaching English as a Foreign Language, or simply, English language instruction for non-native speakers.
ESL Classroom: 2 years (Preferred)
Teaching: 1 year (Preferred)
ESL Teaching: 2 years (Preferred)
Classroom: 1 year (Preferred)

Responsibilities

prepare all necessary coursework materials before class
maintain student roster and contact information
report weekly attendance to International Programs
disseminate any class schedule changes as directed by International Programs
Provide a prepared syllabus to International Programs for contracted courses at two levels (Officer intermediate and advanced) prior to the start of the first class.
Submit a grade report of "Pass" or "Fail."
Provide assistance to ESL students in public speaking by listening to practice speeches, noting recurring grammatical problems, and providing feedback for improvement.
Provide assistance in evaluating student papers as part of the Naval War College (NWC) Syllabus.
Critique papers for content, syntax, and grammar through written feedback to the student.
Conduct post instruction questionnaires and produce a final progress report to International Programs.
Provide all textbooks and all required materials for all of the courses outlined above. ProSidian Engagement Team's material cost should be based on 15 students per class.
Develops syllabi, lessons and assessments focused on English for Academic Purposes in the skill areas of reading, written communication, oral communication and grammar
Assesses the English language needs of individual students and adjusts curriculum to meet student learning needs
Promotes academic enrichment by supporting students in their academic and language acquisition development through formative and summative assessment
Demonstrates specialized knowledge in written and oral communication, grammar, and reading skills as well as a pedagogy for English language learners
Develops and facilitates skill-building programs to stimulate student engagement and critical thinking skills
Manages and updates student degree records and performs end of term reporting and processing for ESL students
Develops and maintains program materials
Collaborates internally with other departments to coordinate special workshops and instructional programs related to course content in order to support and advise ESL students adapting to University life and the westernized classroom
Performs other duties as assigned