Instructor, English Language Skills CE- Adjunct Pool

HCC•Houston, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Houston City College is seeking a Continuing Education English Language Skills Instructor to teach adults English through a curriculum focused on language skills for work and everyday life in the United States. Instruction covers speaking, listening, reading, writing, vocabulary, and grammar. The instructor supports students’ academic, personal, and career goals and may assist them in finding work, co-op, part-time, or work-study opportunities and careers, as well as review learning materials and evaluate curricula and practices. The position provides expertise in support of college curricula and programs. The instructor establishes courses in accordance with higher education standards, uses effective teaching methods, and provides engagement and support activities that encourage student learning. The role encompasses teaching and learning, academic advising, professional development, and institutional and community service. The instructor may serve on curriculum committees and assist with placing students at appropriate English levels, as approved by the Program Director. The position may involve teaching day, evening, or weekend classes at various sites around the city. The instructor is also expected to contribute to the college’s service, planning, accreditation, and community engagement activities. Other job-related duties may be assigned, and the job description may be revised as duties and responsibilities change.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in education or a related field.
At least three years of related work experience teaching adults.
Ability to work in a diverse work environment.
Willingness and ability to teach day, evening, or weekend classes at multiple sites around the city.
Knowledge and skill in a variety of computer uses and software.
Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively with diverse professional, community, and student populations.
Good organizational and planning skills.
Sensitivity to students with diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds and to students with disabilities.
Ability to inspire and motivate students in a learning-centered environment.
Self-discipline and ability to effectively manage others.

Nice To Haves

Teaching English as a Second Language experience.
Bilingual Teaching Certificate.
State Certification for ESL.

Responsibilities

Teach adult English language classes covering speaking, listening, reading, writing, vocabulary, and grammar.
Establish and teach courses in accordance with college, discipline, departmental, and higher education standards.
Develop and use course syllabi and submit copies to the department chair.
Plan and use varied teaching methods and materials suited to course objectives and students’ different educational backgrounds, experiences, and learning styles.
Evaluate student progress toward course objectives, communicate progress in a timely manner, and maintain accurate student records and reports.
Teach at a variety of times and locations in response to institutional needs.
Use classroom technology and explore new instructional methodologies.
Maintain professional relationships with students, colleagues, and the community, and provide students access through electronic communication and other appropriate methods.
Advise students on instructional or program-specific issues and may assist with student placement at appropriate English levels, as approved by the Program Director.
Establish professional growth objectives, keep current with developments in the discipline, learn and apply technologies that support learning, and participate in evaluations.
Participate in institutional events, discipline and program meetings, committees, and college or system activities.
Participate in college activities such as student activities, faculty selection, community education, student recruitment, and special programs.
Support business, student, and community activities that promote goodwill and the college’s mission.
Participate in activities that maintain program and college accreditation standards.
Assist in departmental planning, goal setting, and budget priorities.
Review, evaluate, and revise curricula and practices to meet professional standards, state guidelines, business and industry requirements, and higher education requirements.
Assist with articulation of courses and programs with secondary and post-secondary institutions.
May assist students with employment and career opportunities, review learning materials, and evaluate program curricula or practices.
Adhere to HCCS policies and procedures and perform other job-related duties as requested.