Adjunct Instructor, English for Non-Native Speakers

About the role

Wake Technical Community College is seeking to expand our pool of adjunct faculty to teach English for Non-Native Speakers courses. Instructors provide practical, learner-centered English instruction that helps adult learners improve communication skills for work, school, and everyday life. Openings for these positions may not exist at the present time; however, upon review of your qualifications, you may be contacted directly by the department on an as-needed basis.

Responsibilities

• Creates classroom materials that support the goals of the course
• Prepares thoroughly for each instructional hour
• Instructs and guides the class in an efficient and effective manner
• Uses assessment techniques to improve learning and teaching
• Remains up to date on technology and methods of teaching with technology
• Maintains accurate records of student attendance
• Maintains a safe and orderly learning environment
• Grades and returns work in a timely manner
• Counsels students regarding their progress in the course
• Submits end-of-course documentation by specified deadlines
• Supports the Department, Division, and College goals and adheres to all College policies and procedures
• Designs curriculum and a schedule of instruction (syllabus) that reflect the appropriate learning objectives
• Checks email regularly and responds in a timely manner

Requirements

• Paid, professional experience teaching English to non-native speakers or completion of a supervised practice teaching course

Qualifications

• Professional training for teaching English to speakers of other languages such as an ESL teaching certificate from an accredited institution or a post-secondary degree in a related field
• Paid, professional experience teaching adult English language learners

Skills

• Able to use a wide variety of teaching methods and techniques to promote learning
• Demonstrates the ability to work respectfully and effectively with people from diverse cultures, identities, and backgrounds
• Able to maintain records accurately and meet deadlines consistently
• Able to perform duties with minimal supervision
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrates resourcefulness, initiative, enthusiasm, and a sincere interest in helping students reach their goals
• Demonstrates knowledge of instructional technology and the ability to use digital tools to support teaching and learning