ESOL Instructor Substitute - (Adult Community Learning Center)-Part-Time (Days and Evenings)

Quinsigamond Community College • Worcester, MA

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About The Position

The ESOL Instructor Substitute at Quinsigamond Community College is responsible for delivering English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) instruction to adult learners. This part-time role involves preparing and presenting relevant curriculum aligned with Massachusetts English Language Proficiency Standards (ELPS), assessing student progress, and collaborating with other educators to enhance the learning experience. The instructor plays a vital role in fostering a supportive and inclusive educational environment, ensuring that instruction meets the diverse needs of students.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and three (3) years' teaching experience in K-12, institute of higher education and/or adult education.
• Experience working with adults from diverse ethnic, racial, and linguistic groups.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Demonstrated experience delivering differentiated instruction.
• Experience and skill using industry-standard computer applications, such as Office 365.

Nice To Haves

• Master's Degree in English, education, or related field.
• Experience teaching adult ESOL classes.
• Knowledge of the Massachusetts ELPS for Adult Education.
• Curriculum development experience.
• Experience with Blackboard.
• Bilingual.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, maintain, and submit electronic weekly class plans aligned to the program's curriculum and interests of students.
• Integrate civics education, digital literacy, financial literacy, and workforce preparation in the classroom that is aligned to WIOA priorities.
• Provide rigorous academic instruction in the core ESOL areas of reading, writing, speaking, and listening to adult learners.
• Meet individually with students once per semester to review their progress, including examples of student work and assessments.
• Prepare and distribute a course syllabus to the students at the start of each semester.
• Develop and implement class educational objectives based on students' needs.
• Communicate frequently with individual students regarding their progress towards their goals.
• Work collaboratively with other teachers in the program to ensure a coordinated curriculum across levels.
• Attend and participate in staff meetings including common planning, curriculum development, and ongoing professional development activities.
• Complete 10 hours of professional development each school year.
• Become proficient with the state reporting system (LACES).
• Work cooperatively with the Career and Education Case Manager to develop and implement students' individual educational and career goals.
• Use the Massachusetts ELPS to direct teaching.
• Implement evidence-based instructional practices within the classroom.
• Ensure that Adult Learning Theory best practices are followed and remain current in knowledge of resources available to adult learners.
• Actively support the teaching and learning process, creating a student-centered environment while fostering academic innovation and excellence.
• Work actively with other areas of the college to ensure a spirit of collaboration and collegiality.
• Embrace the ideals of diversity and inclusiveness and support the equal rights of all people.
• Provide flexible, responsive, and high-quality service to all, continuously assessing and revising processes and procedures as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 10,001+ employees