Temporary English Language Institute Instructor - Center for Global Engagement - UTK

University of Tennessee • Knoxville, TN

9d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Center for Global Engagement (CGE) is seeking experienced English language instructors to join our English Language Institute. This role involves teaching English language classes, including reading, writing, speaking, listening, grammar, and related topics, within the institute's language programs. The position requires teaching in both in-person and online environments and utilizing teaching methodologies and tools, such as Learning Management Systems like Canvas. The instructor will also contribute to professional development, advise students on academic, cultural, and personal matters, and participate in instructor meetings and selected student activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in TESOL or related field
• At least one year of experience as ESL instructor in higher education, international education, online education, or related field.
• Proficient in English, pedagogical knowledge, lesson planning, interpersonal skills, cultural awareness, classroom management, technology skills
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without need now or in the future for sponsorship for employment-based visa status.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in TESOL or related field
• At least three years of experience as ESL instructor in higher education, international education, online education, or related field.
• Proficient in English, pedagogical knowledge, lesson planning, interpersonal skills, cultural awareness, classroom management, technology skills

Responsibilities

• Assesses and reports on student progress.
• Records class attendance.
• Teaches in both in-person and online environments.
• Understands teaching methodologies and tools, including Learning Management Systems such as Canvas.
• Contributes to instructor professional development.
• Advises students on a range of academic, cultural, and personal matters, referring students to the administrative staff or university resources, as needed.
• Participates in instructor meetings.
• Participates in selected student activities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level