Adjunct Faculty: Adult Education - Bunker Hill Community College

Location: Boston, MA Category: Adjunct Faculty Posted On: Wed Jul 17 2024 Job Description:

• Teach course according to a fixed hybrid schedule, under the terms outlined in contract.
• Prepare lessons by identifying, developing, and implementing materials that integrate listening, speaking, reading, and writing elements, and align with the Massachusetts English Language Proficiency Standards (MA ELPS).
• Translate course objectives, student learning outcomes, and course materials into engaging activities that are appropriate for adult students and promote learning.
• Commit to updating and modifying materials and lessons regularly to maintain relevance and efficacy, and work with other instructors to share and develop resources.
• Perform administrative tasks such as taking attendance, administering and grading assessments, communicating regularly with students about their progress, and monitoring student progress in the online Learning Management System (LMS) and program data base.
• Help students identify and set personal goals, and work with students to ensure that they are making sufficient progress toward achieving those goals.
• Be available for meetings with students during office hours or by appointment, or over the phone or email.
• Implement research findings and educational best practices in the classroom.
• Attend an instructor orientation, meet with the program leadership throughout contracted term, and attend professional development and training opportunities.

• Native or near-native English proficiency levels.
• In-depth study/extensive experience with a non-native language.
• Cultural competence and sensitivity.
• Experience working with and teaching adult learners and diverse populations.
• Ability to adapt teaching styles and materials to meet individual needs of students.
• Experience in using technology in the classroom.
• Experience in instructional design.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Experience with international students (a plus).

• Master's in TESOL, English, Education, or Applied Linguistics or a Master's degree in a related field with specific coursework or training in TESOL/TESL/TEFL methodology and theory.

• Our students come from a variety of cultural, linguistic, and socioeconomic backgrounds, and we are dedicated to providing them with the support they need to succeed. While not required, the ability to read, speak, and write in Spanish or another language is preferred.

Salary: $45.00/hr

Effective Date:
Fall 2024 semester

Classes run September - June

Open until filled

• Applicants who do not meet the qualifications as noted above are encouraged to put in writing precisely how their background and experience has prepared them with the equivalent combination of education, training and experience required for the responsibilities of this position.
• Please note that as a condition of employment, the final candidate will undergo Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) and Sex Offender Registry Information (SORI) background screenings in accordance with state regulations. The results of these screenings may impact the hiring decision.

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