ESL Instructor: Non-Credit, Adult Education

Oakton College•Des Plaines, IL

10h

About The Position

At Oakton College, we know education changes lives - and that starts with the people who make it happen. For more than 50 years, we've built a welcoming and inclusive community where students from all backgrounds and experiences thrive. We're looking for passionate educators, professionals and leaders to join our team. Whether in the classroom, student support, or behind the scenes, your talents and expertise will make a difference and shape the future. We provide dynamic learning environments that empower students and employees alike with campuses in Des Plaines and Skokie and a Health Careers Education Center in Evanston. As a proud institution accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, Oakton is more than a college - it's a place where innovation, equity and lifelong learning drive everything we do. We value diverse perspectives and embrace new ideas and are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and student-centered culture.

Requirements

B.A. or B.S. in education or related field
Native or near-native proficiency in English
Daily access to and proficiency in using email, internet, and basic Excel for attendance

Nice To Haves

Experience teaching ESL in an Adult Education program
Knowledge of SLA theories and ESL teaching methodologies

Responsibilities

Teach ESL to adults (listening, speaking, reading, writing, with embedded vocabulary and grammar taught in real-life contexts)
Prepare high-quality engaging lessons
Submit registration cards, class lists, and attendance reports promptly to office
Maintain daily attendance records and enter attendance into the DAISI system
Maintain complete and accurate student files
Administer ICCB-required pre-and post-tests based on student attendance hours
Contact non-attending students
Complete the 12 hours of professional development required each fiscal year