What are the responsibilities and job description for the Adjunct Faculty, ESL position at Prince George's Community College?

Adjunct Faculty

Position Information

Position Title

Adjunct Faculty, ESL

Position Type

Department

CLIENT SOL AND STRAT PARTNERS

FLSA

Exempt

Full Time or Part Time

Part Time

Fixed Term / Tenure Track

Grade

Salary Range

Hiring Salary Range

Union / Non Union

Non Union

Job Description Summary

Responsible for the coordination, planning, preparation, presentation, and evaluation of classroom instruction and related activities during the day, evening, or weekend via instructional delivery formats to include face-to-face, hybrid, online, and remote. Face-to-face and hybrid classes may be offered on any Prince George's Community College campus, or at off-campus locations. The instructor must remain current in the discipline area and continually explore teaching methods and strategies to engage learners, organize and plan instructional content that accommodates diverse learning styles, and devise appropriate assessment tools that monitor student learning outcomes. The instructor is also responsible for participating in related activities to include professional development, academic advising, curriculum design.

Minimum Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelors Degree or TESOL Certificate required.
Minimum of one year of teaching experience, preferably with adult learners required.
Master's Degree in TESOL, TESL, TEFL, or CELTA preferred
Experience teaching ESL and US citizenship to adult learners preferred.

Criteria

CRITERIA : The following criteria, which are not the sole criteria used in the final hiring decision, will be used to review the applications of those persons who meet the stated minimum qualifications and to select those qualified applicants who will be interviewed. Other information and observations made during the interview process may be considered in the selection process. A Resume / CV and cover letter are required with the application. Please ensure that your documents address the criteria listed below for this position.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Plan, organize, and teach curriculum content in conjunction with course outcomes.

Using applicable technology and andragogical principles, teach course content via an appropriate delivery format (may include face-to-face, hybrid, online, and remote instruction).

Complete mandated institutional trainings and professional development as required

Follow department and division requirements for preparing a course syllabus

Facilitate appropriate instructional activities that promote student engagement and learning.

Evaluate student performance using assessment tools as directed by the department; inform students in a timely manner of their progress

Create and administer assessments that monitor student progress; provide timely student feedback.

Provide an orientation at the first- class meeting to include (as applicable) an overview of the course syllabus, an outline of course objectives, course requirements, attendance policy, grading system, textbook(s), and supplemental materials.

Notify students of key dates and course adjustments

Comply with attendance and grading requirements as established for the course (may include maintaining an up-to-date electronic grade book, and entering final grades by the established due date).

Maintain accurate class records; submit required class records by the established due date

Participate in departmental evaluation and course assessment processes as directed.

Follow department and division requirements for maintaining office hours, advising students, and referring students to appropriate resources.

Respond to student emails and phone calls within 48 hours with the exception of weekends and holidays. Maintain regular communication with students. Use the assigned PGCC email for communication with the department and with students.

Attend all required meetings.

Perform all other duties as assigned.

AREA SPECIFIC DUTIES

Plan, adapt, and implement lesson plans aligned to the program curriculum and incorporate the provided educational materials.

Teach English conversation skills through a student-centered teaching approach.

Maintain and submit records of attendance.

Maintain ongoing communication with supervisor.

Participate in relevant professional development activities, as available.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

Mastery of course content

Ability to provide service to diverse populations using a student-centered approach

Ability to communicate effectively with students, faculty and staff

Ability to plan, deliver and assess effective instruction

Ability to teach in face to face, remote and online modalities, as needed

Ability to effectively use instructional technology (Internet, instructional software, learning management system, videoconferencing, etc.).

Critical thinking, organization, and conflict management skills

Research skills (where appropriate)

Time management, planning and organizational skills

Ability to work as part of a team

Problem-solving and analytical ability

Ability to teach in non-traditional formats (online, remote, hybrid) and settings (off-campus, weekends, evenings and accelerated).

Ability to perform a range of physical positions and mobile conditions including but not limited to occasionally moving materials 5-25 pounds.

Job Requirements

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Must have the use of sensory skills in order to effectively communicate and interact with other employees and the public through the use of the telephone and personal contact as normally defined by the ability to see, read, talk, hear, handle, or feel objects and controls. Physical capability to effectively use and operate various items of office related equipment, such as, but not limited to a, personal computer, calculator, copier, and fax machine. No significant climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, and repetitive motions.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Ability to communicate effectively in spoken and written standard English.

As required by the 1986 Immigration Act, be prepared to present acceptable documentation showing your identity and that you are a U.S. citizen or an alien who is authorized to work.

A background investigation will be conducted prior to the offer of employment. A signed authorization for the release of personal information will be required if selected for an interview.

ACCOMMODATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential job duty. Prince George's Community College provides reasonable accommodations when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. Accommodation determinations are made on a case-by-case basis. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the ECT department.

Is Background Check Required?

Is the incumbent responsible for working with minor children or directly engaging with minor children on campus?

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number

ADJ25611 / 12

Open Date

08 / 22 / 2024

Close Date

Open Until Filled

Background Check Statement

Special Instructions to Applicants

Application Status : you will receive an email acknowledging receipt of your application, upon which time no further communication occurs unless selected for an interview or the position is filled. If recommended for hire, communication is immediately sent to your references listed on your application. Also, you will receive an email notification from HireRight requesting you to submit authorization to complete a background investigation.

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