Part-Time - ESL Instructor

Program: Adult Education and Literacy

Position: ESL Instructor

Location: Kilgore College-Longview

Status: Part-Time

Schedule: Tuesday and Thursday; 5:45 PM-9:00 PM

Salary: $19.00 per hour; no benefits are attached to this position

Application Deadline: Open Until Filled

Mission: To provide adult learners with the tools needed for success in education, workforce, and life.

Duties/Responsibilities: 

1. Curriculum Development: Develop and implement engaging and effective ESL curriculum aligned with Texas Adult Education and Literacy Content Standards, Kilgore College Adult Education and Literacy Syllabi, and learner needs.
2. Instruction: Deliver high-quality ESL instruction using a variety of teaching methods, including lectures, discussions, group activities, individualized tutoring, and online learning programs.
3. Assessment: Assess student learning through a variety of methods, including TWC Adult Education and Literacy-approved assessments, quizzes, tests, and projects, to monitor progress and provide feedback.
4. Participant Support: Provide individual and small-group support to help students overcome learning challenges and achieve their English language goals. Develop strategies to increase participant retention and engagement. Provide personalized support and encouragement to help participants stay motivated and achieve their goals. Actively engage participants in learning and create a positive and supportive classroom environment.
5. Collaboration: Collaborate with other adult education staff, community partners, and employers to ensure that instruction is relevant and meets the needs of students.
6. Professional Development:  Participate in professional development activities to stay current with best practices in adult education and math instruction. As required by TWC Adult Education and Literacy, instructors are required to complete 15 hours annually.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in English, education, or a related field
• Experience teaching English as a Second Language (ESL) to adult learners
• Strong understanding of adult learning principles and effective instructional strategies
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively in a diverse and inclusive environment
• Proficiency in using technology for instruction and assessment
• Positive role model
• Ability to work with a diverse student and employee population
• Proficiency with computers and technology (e.g. Microsoft Office applications, Google, Zoom, etc.)
• Experience teaching adults and/or facilitating groups
• Experience working with educationally and/or economically disadvantaged adults
• Experience working in collaborative or team environments
• Manages time effectively
• Maintains confidentiality of records
• Dress is appropriate to the work environment
• Maintains a safe, orderly, and clean environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in adult education, ESL education, or a related field
• Certification in adult education or ESL instruction
• Experience working with adult learners from diverse backgrounds
• Knowledge of adult education standards and assessment tools

Application Process:
This position will remain open until filled; however, an initial review of application materials will begin on or around September 3, 2024. Applicants must submit a Kilgore College application for employment (available online at www.kilgore.edu), a letter of Interest, a resume, and unofficial transcripts of any college coursework. Only complete application packets will be reviewed.
 

Kilgore College is a two-year, comprehensive public community college with a campus in Kilgore and an extension center in Longview, Texas. With approximately 6,000 students, Kilgore College is a student-centered institution characterized by excellence in teaching and quality learning opportunities. Kilgore College is focused on continually improving their students’ holistic experience leading them to success in life while improving access to higher education and partnering with those who advance the vision of a stronger community culturally, socially and economically.

Vision Statement: We commit to be the higher education institution of choice in Northeast Texas.

Positions will remain open until filled. Teaching positions will be required to submit official transcripts upon an offer of employment. An offer of employment will be contingent upon passing a background check. Federal law prohibits the employment of unauthorized aliens. All persons hired must submit satisfactory proof of employment authorization and identity within three (3) days of being hired. Failure to submit proof within the required time shall result in immediate employment termination. All position appointments are subject to approval by the college's Board of Trustees.

This description is an overview of the job. It is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities of the job, nor is it intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Duties and responsibilities may change with business needs. Kilgore College reserves the right to add, change, amend, or delete portions of this job description at any time, with or with notice. Employees may be required to perform other duties as requested, directed, or assigned. In addition, reasonable accommodations may be made by Kilgore College at its discretion to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Kilgore College is an equal opportunity and affirmative action institution and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, age, national origin, disability in violation of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act or 34 C.F.R. Part 104, veteran’s status or genetic information in its educational programs, employment policies or activities.

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