Adjunct Instructor, ESL (Grant Funded)

Adjunct Instructor, ESL (Grant Funded) Raleigh, NC Job Details Temporary | Part-time 16 hours ago Qualifications Computer operation Computer literacy English Bachelor's degree Curriculum implementation Classroom experience Lesson planning Instructional materials development Productivity software Teaching Full Job Description Having trouble logging in? Contact the Neogov Applicant Support Hotline Toll Free at 1 (855) 524-5627. Position Description Wake Technical Community College is seeking to expand our pool of adjunct faculty to teach English as a Second Language (ESL) classes in the College and Career Readiness Division (CCR). Openings for these positions may not exist at the present time; however upon review of your qualifications, you may be contacted directly by the department on an as needed basis. Responsibilities and Duties (•Essential Functions) To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described. Assesses student needs Creates and executes daily lesson plans based on the federal English Language Proficiency Standards, ESL curriculum, current research based ESL methodologies and student needs to provide interactive, contextualized instruction in preparing students to transition to college and careers Utilizes various learning management system (LMS) platforms for delivery of virtual instruction. Learns and implements technology to enhance instruction in seated and online environments Performs routine administrative functions of the classroom including enforcing student attendance policy, ensuring accurate attendance documentation, communicating regularly with students, staff and supervisor and ensuring students access to virtual and seated classes, etc. Facilitates community building in virtual and/or seated instruction through collaborative learning, open dialogue, communicative activities, student participation/engagement and student retention activities, including continuous contact with students through email, texts and phone calls Participates in scheduled Professional Development and staff meetings Collaborates with Instructional Program Specialists and College & Career Readiness Staff to identify students needing additional support and assist eligible students who are transitioning into college and careers Adheres to all policies of the site at which the ESL classes are held, unless in direct conflict with College policies Arrives to class on time with a quality lesson plan prepared to teach for the duration of the contracted class time

Qualifications Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Able to relate and communicate well with individuals from all socio-economic levels and ethnic groups with respect and sensitivity Excellent oral, written, and listening skills Self-directed, organized, task and detail oriented, and flexible Able to demonstrate a variety of instructional techniques and methods Demonstrates native-like fluency in English Creates and executes quality interactive contextualized daily lesson plans based on the ESL curriculum, tailored to student needs and current ESL methodologies Working knowledge of computers, especially use of the internet and

Microsoft Office Requirements:

Requires a Bachelor's degree from an accredited university Requires at least 6 months of ESL (English as a Second Language) teaching experience in a classroom OR 3 months adult teaching experience in a classroom with an ESL certificate from an accredited institution of higher education Must have native-like fluency in English Must be able to develop and teach original lesson plans for a classroom setting that incorporate contextualized instruction, real-life/authentic materials and technology Requires digital literacy, especially in the use of the internet, technology as a teaching tool, and Microsoft Office. Must be able to incorporate technology such as Powerpoint, LCD projectors, iPads, Tablets and/or internet based activities into the classroom

Preferences:

Prefer ESL, ESOL or TESOL Certificate Prefer completion of online teaching training and/or Online Teaching Certificate with ESL experience Prefer experience teaching adults in a community college setting As an equal employment opportunity employer, Wake Tech values our workforce. Wake Tech is committed to reaching students in every part of Wake County and rallying around them to go as far as their dreams, talents and resilience will take them. As an institution of higher education, we are committed to valuing the unique experiences of the Wake Tech community. We strive to be self-reflective of the kind of student body we represent and the culture we are building, and we care deeply about supporting each employee's professional growth.