Adjunct Faculty, ESOL - Monroe Community College at Monroe Community College in Rochester, New York

Job Description:

Monroe Community College

Location: Rochester, NY Category: Adjunct Posted On: Mon Apr 15 2024 Job Description:

Function of Position:

Adjunct faculty prepare and teach courses in the department, develop new educational materials, and assist with the assessment of student learning, as appropriate. Classes may be assigned for the Brighton and/or Downtown Campus or an online or hybrid modality, as needed. Adjunct faculty report to the chairperson of the ESOL/Transitional Studies Department. The successful candidate will bring a passion for teaching and a desire to support and mentor MCC students as they pursue educational and career goals.

For this posting, we are currently hiring for daytime, in-person teaching positions only; we have no late afternoon, evening, or online positions.

Examples of Duties and Responsibilities:

• Demonstrates and maintains current subject area knowledge
• Teaches integrated or skill-specific English language courses for ESOL Program students and evaluates student performance in ESOL as per guidelines set by the Program and College
• Teaches course(s)/section(s), as outlined by the contract and as available
• Prepares innovative lesson plans and creates instructional materials and activities for student engagement
• Prepares Course Information Sheet/Syllabus/Outlines in accordance with department and College guidelines
• Establishes and maintains an engaging and supportive classroom environment that encourages student participation
• Provides students with assistance, guidance, and encouragement during class and office hours
• Maintains student attendance records, grades, and other records according to department and College guidelines and submits them in a timely manner
• Assists department with student retention and completion initiatives
• Develops innovative teaching pedagogies to facilitate learning
• Incorporates high-impact teaching practices into course design, as appropriate
• Actively engages in pedagogical and TESOL professional development
• Demonstrates excellent time management skills, including communicating in a timely manner; demonstrates the ability to multitask and prioritize workflow
• Performs other duties and responsibilities assigned by the Program Coordinator and/or department chair, as appropriate
• NOTE: Interested ESOL adjuncts may choose to serve as tutors in the noncredit Strong Foundations ESOL program as needed.

MCC Expectations:

• Adheres to the College Code of Conduct.
• Contributes to, supports, and maintains an equitable, inclusive, and collaborative College environment.
• Maintains technological competencies utilized by the College.
• Commits to the philosophy of a comprehensive community college.
• Commits to professional growth. which includes seeking ongoing training in diversity, equity and inclusion to better serve students.

Job Requirements:

Job Requirements:

Required Qualifications:

• Earned master's degree in TESOL, applied linguistics, or a closely related field with a TESOL certificate from a regionally accredited higher education institution
• Minimum one year of ESOL classroom teaching experience
• Ability to teach courses within the department
• Evidence of effective English communication skills (interpersonal, speaking, and writing)
• Commitment to supporting an inclusive environment on campus
• Evidence of respect for and understanding of people with diverse backgrounds, abilities, and needs
• Evidence of commitment to the philosophy of a comprehensive community college
• Evidence of proficiency with technology
• Commitment to continued professional growth

Preferred Qualifications:

• ESOL teaching experience at the college or high school level, or in an intensive English program
• Experience teaching intermediate or advanced-level reading and writing
• Cross-cultural experience, such as study or work abroad experience, and/or basic fluency in another language
• Knowledge of, or experience in, implementing a variety of teaching strategies
• Awareness of the potential value of technology as a tool for teaching
• Experience with computerized student record management

Additional Information:

Pay Rate for Fall 2023 & Spring 2024: Determined on adjunct rank and ranges from $1,150- $1,403 per contact hour

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Monroe Community College is seeking a pool of qualified applicants for possible temporary part-time faculty teaching assignments. These positions are filled on an as needed basis and are on-going recruitment efforts. Adjunct pools are open continuously and applicants are contacted/hired year-round for assignments based on college needs. Those applicants that are selected to move forward with the recruitment process will be contacted to set up an interview.

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