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About The Position

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in social science, English, adult education, TESOL, or a related field, from an institution accredited by an accreditor recognized by the U.S. Department of Education’s Office of Degree Authorization, as required by ORS 348.609.
• At least three years of demonstrated teaching experience in a K-12 or Adult Basic Skills setting.
• Ability to instruct individuals and groups using varied learning modalities and methods.
• Knowledge of computers and ability to integrate appropriate technologies into the ESL curriculum.
• Ability to use instructional delivery methods that broaden public access to post-secondary education and reflect an adult orientation.
• Ability to work effectively and sensitively with people of diverse cultural backgrounds, perspectives, and abilities.
• Ability to evaluate student progress empirically and holistically and to develop or prescribe curriculum materials for individuals and classes.
• Ability to motivate and inspire students.
• Effective oral and written English communication skills, including the ability to restate information at different language levels, simplify it, and use demonstrations connected to prior knowledge and concrete experience.
• Ability to work cooperatively with department members and the college community in meetings and projects.
• Ability to review, understand, apply, and share concepts from training programs, conferences, and professional literature.
• Willingness to teach at various hours as required.
• Must reside in the State of Oregon.
• Upon hiring, complete all Title II/Oregon ABS professional development activities and certifications.
• Final candidates must undergo a criminal background check.
• Official transcripts for the required degree must be provided by the final candidate.

Nice To Haves

• At least two years of demonstrated college teaching experience, preferably at a community college or in an adult education setting.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned evening ESL courses in Adult and Pre-College Education in a hyflex format, both in person and simultaneously on Zoom.
• Use instructional methods suited to students and audiences, including lectures, demonstrations, group discussions, technology-enhanced instruction, computer-assisted instruction, and distance delivery.
• Explain and deliver course materials in varied ways to support a broad range of learning activities and needs.
• Evaluate students according to course-outline criteria and applicable college policies and procedures.
• Submit grades in accordance with college policies and procedures.
• Prepare a syllabus for each course, including course outcomes, structure, materials, grading criteria, Oregon Adult English Language Proficiency Standards, due dates, exam dates, and office hours.
• Work courteously and cooperatively with colleagues and students from diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Comply with Southwestern Oregon Community College rules, regulations, and policies.
• Maintain professional growth by staying current with and expanding knowledge of teaching techniques.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.