Academic Counselor - English as a Second Language (ESL) (part-time)

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Fall River, MA Posted:

Sep 2, 2026

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Part Time Non Benefited Position ID:

204385

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Job Description:

POSITION TITLE

Academic Counselor - English as a Second Language (ESL) (part-time)

DEPARTMENT

School of Languages, Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences.

REPORTS TO

Report to the Dean of Languages, Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences.

LOCATION

Fall River, New Bedford, Attleboro, Taunton

MA POSITION STATUS

This is a part-time, MCCC unit position without benefits, not to exceed 18.5 hours per week.

SALARY:

$36.55/hr

STATEMENT OF DUTIES

The Academic Counselor - English as a Second Language (ESL) is going to provide support services to the students enrolled in the ESL Program in the School of Languages, Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences. The Academic Counselor (ESL) is also going to assist the ESL Academic Coordinator.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Serve as a primary point of contact for prospective ESL students by providing information about program offerings, admissions processes, and placement testing procedures. Coordinate, schedule, and proctor the ESL placement testing in accordance with established testing procedures. Facilitate new student orientations and onboarding activities to ensure participants understand program expectations, available resources, and pathways to successful completion. Support students in their transition to the college environment by promoting student engagement, persistence, and success. Assist in the planning, implementation, and delivery of academic advising initiatives and student success programs that support ESL student retention, achievement, and academic goal attainment. Assist students in navigating college services, programs, policies, and available support resources. Collaborate with the ESL Academic Coordinator to develop and implement co-curricular and extracurricular activities that enhance student learning and engagement. Assist in the planning, coordination, and execution of community-building, outreach, and student engagement events sponsored by the ESL Program. Support the ESL Academic Coordinator in the administration and activities of the International Club, including event planning, student participation, and program development. Assist students with the use of technology. Demonstrate a sense of professionalism and consistently reflect Bristol's core values while interacting with members of the Bristol Community. Focus on the Commonwealth's Equity Agenda by applying related best practices throughout all job functions. Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned in support of the mission and goals of the ESL Program and the College.

Requirements:

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Master's degree in Education, Counseling, Psychology or closely related field; with three (3) years experience and/or training involving college admissions, academic advisement, career development, or program/project management; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse populations, including multilingual learners and students from various cultural backgrounds. Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills. Ability to speak Spanish or Portuguese. Proficiency with standard office software and student information systems or the ability to learn new technologies quickly.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Familiarity with the New Bedford and/or Attleboro areas and community demographics and resources.

Additional Information:

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action:

Bristol Community College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, age, veteran or military status, genetic information, gender identity, or sexual orientation in its programs and activities as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statutes and college policies. The College prohibits sexual harassment, including sexual violence. Inquiries or complaints concerning discrimination, harassment, retaliation, or sexual violence shall be referred to the College's Title IX and Affirmative Action Officer, Johanna Bielawski at diversitytitleix@bristolcc.edu or 774.357.2681; the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination; the Equal Employment Opportunities Commission or the United States Department of Education's Office for Civil Right.

Application Instructions:

TO APPLY

Please complete our online application by clicking on the "Apply" button. The position will be open until filled. Review of applications will begin 10 calendar days from the posting date.

REQUIREMENTS TO COMPLETE APPLICATION PROCESS

1) A completed Bristol Community College Employment Application. 2) A current resume/curriculum vitae. All candidates must have legal authorization to work in the United States. Bristol Community College is an institution that does not sponsor work authorization. A pre-employment criminal background check will be conducted for all positions. The college will independently verify education credentials as provided on the application. For certain positions that require a college degree, the hired candidate must supply official transcripts upon hire. Transcripts must include your name and degrees conferred. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Powered by