Non-Represented, Community Education Instructor-Conversational Italian

Whatcom Community College • Bellingham, WA

79d • $35

About The Position

Whatcom Community College's Community & Continuing Education Department invites applications for a Non-Permanent, Non-Represented instructor to lead conversational Italian courses for adult learners. Courses are scheduled for weekday evenings on a quarterly basis, with specific dates and times determined during the planning process.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree.
• Fluency in Italian and strong understanding of grammar, vocabulary, and conversational nuance.
• Prior experience teaching adults in a classroom or community education setting.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to create a welcoming, interactive, and student-centered learning experience.

Nice To Haves

• Teaching certificate or TESOL training a plus, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Serve as lead instructor for beginning to intermediate conversational non-credit Italian courses for adult learners.
• Review and adapt curriculum and instructional materials as needed to suit student needs, interests, and learning levels.
• Provide dynamic, engaging, and culturally relevant instruction focused on practical conversation skills.
• Foster a supportive, inclusive learning environment for adults with diverse backgrounds and language experience.
• Assess student progress and adjust instruction accordingly.
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships.
• Support the college's mission in service to the community.

Benefits

• Salary starts at a $35 an hour equivalent based on class hours and enrollment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree