Instructor, Esl/Ell (Part-Time)

Work Details

• Part - time IN PERSON TEACHING
• Multiple vacancies across most campuses and a variety of shifts to meet departmental need

Under the supervision of the Dean of the Community Education Division or designee, to teach English as a Second Language/English Language Learners (ESL/ELL) in the classroom and in a workshop to a diverse learning population that includes immigrants and refugees; and to assist with ESL learners' acculturation and integration into the community. Related duties include participation in division and department activities, serving as advisor to limited English proficient students and organizations, and other duties as assigned.

Candidates are required to submit copies of transcripts for all degrees obtained to be considered (unofficial transcripts are acceptable). Please make sure to carefully review requirements and submit a complete application describing your experience and providing all required documents to best assess your qualifications.

• Promote the education/training program, participate in efforts to recruit and retain students, and participate in efforts to market MATC.
• Manage the classroom/laboratory.
• Assess student performance and advise students on academic issues.
• Develop relationships with business and industry.
• Manage equipment, supplies and materials.
• Attend departmental and institutional meetings.
• Prepare for and deliver instruction and perform teaching-related activities.
• Support student organizations and activities.
• Develop curriculum and monitor and revise as appropriate to maintain course effectiveness; assist in program evaluation.
• Complete program evaluation and follow-up.
• Maintain certification, continue professional development and stay current in field.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Collaborate with advisory committee in program area.

Excellence through diversity. MATC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act. MATC strongly encourages individuals of all backgrounds to apply.

Minimum Education Requirements:

Must have a bachelor’s degree or higher* with at least 15 coursework credits (graduate or undergraduate level) in the areas listed below:

• Applied Linguistics
• Teaching English as a Second Language (TESL)
• Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)
• English as a Second Language (ESL)
• English Language (including semantics, syntax, phonology, etc.)
• Teaching English as Foreign Language (TEFL)
• Second Language Instruction
• English Language Teaching
• Foreign Language Instruction
• Linguistics
• Adult ESL Education
• Curriculum and Instruction in ESL, foreign language, second language acquisition
• English Language Learning and Teaching

{Per Higher Learning Commission Determining Qualified Faculty Assumed Practice B.2.}

• Masters degree highly preferred

Occupational Experience Requirements:

• Native or native-like fluency in English
• Must have a minimum of one (1) year of full-time or two (2) years of part-time experience as an English as a Second Language/English Language Leaning (ESL/ELL) instructor.

MATC Core Abilities:

Communicate effectively• Collaborate with others• Respect diversity• Demonstrate responsibility• Think critically and creatively• Utilize technology• Apply math and science• Demonstrate environmental responsibility• Embrace change

Must embrace and demonstrate Standards of Teaching Excellence and the MATC Career Essentials in development and delivery of instruction:

• Understanding Students and Fostering Student Success
• Content Mastery and Currency
• Professional Contributions
• Classroom Management
• Assessment of Student Learning
• Teaching Methodology
• Planning/Organization

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift 50 pounds with or without accommodation
• Ability to sit or stand for class duration with or without accommodation

Essential Technology:

• Computer - Experience with Microsoft Office Suite and Google Workspace (Docs, Slides, Meet, Drive)
• Email - Experience with an Email system (GroupWise, Outlook, Gmail...)
• Telephone - Experience with a voice mail system

Supportive Technology: Experience with or willingness to learn the following supportive technologies:

• Emerging Technologies - Experience with emerging technologies (eg. social networking applications)5. (Optional) Distance Learning Instruction - Experience with on-line, two-way video, ITV, and other methods of distance learning instruction
• Technology-based Instruction - Experience with technology-based instructional delivery systems including SMART symposium, interactive touch screen monitors, LCD projectors, DVD players and/or other classroom technology
• Experience with INFOnline or other online information management systems used for student advising, student programs, grading, class schedules and rosters
• Blackboard - Experience with Blackboard or other web-based course - management systems
• Online Information Management Systems

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Employee Benefits at a Glance - PART-TIME FACULTY/EDUCATIONAL SUPPORT- Part-time employees pay a higher percentage of the premium than full-time employees.

HEALTH INSURANCE: MATC offers a choice between two medical insurance plans. See below for plan types:
1- UMR High Level PPO
2- UMR Low Level PPO

Note: All medical plans include Prescription Drug benefits at no additional costs to employees.

DENTAL INSURANCE: MATC offers a traditional group dental plan through Delta Dental.

Annual maximum per covered person is $2,500; plan covers preventive, routine, restoration, and orthodontics for dependents up to age 19.

GROUP TERM LIFE INSURANCE: MATC offers group life insurance benefits through Symetra Provident Insurance with active assignment and is fully paid for by the College. The amount of insurance is $15,000. The benefit is doubled in the event of accidental death.

RETIREMENT BENEFITS: If you are employed for greater than 12 months and meet the minimum hours requirement for participation in the WRS pension system, you will be notified of your eligibility. The College currently pays the full cost of the employer contribution (6.8%), and the employee pays the full part of the employee contribution of 6.8% of salary. There is a five year vesting period requirement in order to qualify for any employer contributions made on the employee's behalf.

FLEXIBLE SPENDING PLANS: MATC offers eligible employees the opportunity to participate in both Health Care and Dependent Care flexible spending accounts administered through UMR.

SICK LEAVE BENEFITS: Sick leave is earned based on one times the weekly workload per semester. The maximum hours accumulation is 640 hours.

VACATION BENEFITS: Vacation is earned based on the length of service and hours worked each pay period. (Not available for Instructors)

PAID HOLIDAYS: MATC offers paid/flex holidays based on position.

MATC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Institution and complies with all requirements of the Americans With Disabilities Act.