About the position
The English Language Program (ELP) in the Global Education Office
at Virginia Commonwealth University seeks qualified part-time
adjunct faculty to teach in its intensive English language
program.
The ELP provides English language support to students who are
academically admissible to VCU undergraduate and graduate programs
but who need additional English language proficiency to succeed in
an academic environment. The program also serves individuals
seeking to improve their English language skills for educational,
professional, and personal purposes, including prospective students
who may later apply to VCU academic programs.
Reporting to the Director of the English Language Program, adjunct
faculty play an important role in supporting student language
development and academic success while contributing to a welcoming
and inclusive learning environment.
Applicants will be considered on a rolling basis and based on
program teaching needs.
Responsibilities
- Teach one or more English language courses.
- Evaluate student performance and submit grades in accordance
with program requirements.
- Hold scheduled office hours and meet with students as
needed.
- Participate in program and team meetings.
- Foster a supportive and engaging classroom environment that
promotes student learning and success.
Required Qualifications
- Master's degree in TESOL or a related field, or a master's
degree plus a TESOL certificate.
- Experience teaching English as a Second Language (ESL) at an
accredited college or university.
- Demonstrated English language proficiency.
- Evidence of cross-cultural competence and sensitivity.
- Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
- Demonstrated experience working in and fostering an environment
of respect, professionalism and civility with a population of
faculty, staff, and students from various backgrounds and
experiences, or a commitment to do so as a member of the VCU
community.
Preferred Qualifications
- Two or more years of experience teaching in an intensive
university ESL program in the United States.
- Experience teaching a variety of language skills and
proficiency levels.
- Experience with language assessment, placement testing, or
curriculum development.
- Technology proficiency relevant to language instruction.
Position Details:
Salary
Range: $862 per ELP credit
FLSA Exemption Status: Exempt
Flexible Work Arrangement: 100% On-site
Department: Global Education Office
Rank: Instructor
Benefits: VCU offers a comprehensive range of
benefits and resources to support employees. Benefit eligibility
varies by employee type. For additional information, please visit
the VCU Benefits website .
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