English Second Language Instructor; Part-Time Faculty Pool

Job Information

Ohlone College
Salary: $73.90 - $124.47 Hourly
Job Type: Part-Time Temporary
Division: Language, Communication, and Deaf Studies
Opening Date: 09/07/2023
Location: Fremont Campus - Newark Center - and/or eCampus
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Department: Language, Communication, and Deaf Studies
Bargaining Unit: United Faculty of Ohlone (UFO)

Ohlone College seeks faculty who are passionate about teaching and learning and committed to the mission and ideals of the community college. Candidates should be student‑oriented, dedicated to student success, and skilled at generating student engagement. Innovative teaching strategies, including collaborative learning and active use of technology, are encouraged. Continuous professional development is highly valued. Ideal faculty members possess strong leadership skills, an interest in college‑wide activities, and excellent communication skills.

Flexibility, adaptability, and a commitment to diversity, equity, and environmental sustainability are essential.

Ohlone College is building a pool of qualified applicants for temporary part‑time teaching assignments. Assignments may include day, evening, and weekend courses and may be in‑person, online, or hybrid. Part‑time faculty postings are continuous recruitments used to create applicant pools to fill part‑time temporary teaching assignments on an as‑needed basis. Academic divisions will refer to the pool of applications on file when needs arise.

Applications are accepted year‑round and will remain in the pool for two years. Contact will be made by the hiring manager if a candidate is selected for an interview.

• Teach English as a Second Language in accordance with post‑secondary level established course outlines.
• Evaluate student work using clear criteria relevant to the course content and student learning outcomes, and provide feedback to students in a timely manner.
• Maintain and submit accurate records according to published deadlines (i.e., grades, syllabi, attendance reports).
• Create an equity‑based and welcoming classroom environment.
• Perform duties described in Board policy, the United Faculty of Ohlone contact, the Faculty Handbook, and as assigned at the Fremont Campus and Newark Center, online via the eCampus, and/or other designated locations.

• Master's in TESL, TESOL, applied linguistics with a TESL emphasis, linguistics with a TESL emphasis, English with a TESL emphasis, or education with a TESL emphasis;
  or
• Bachelor's in TESL, TESOL, English with a TESL certificate, linguistics with a TESL certificate, applied linguistics with a TESL certificate, or any foreign language with a TESL certificate and Master's in linguistics, applied linguistics, English, composition, bilingual/bicultural studies, reading, speech or any foreign language;
  or
• The equivalent;
  and Commitment to community college goals/objectives of being an equity‑based and anti‑racist institution, and providing quality programs and services for culturally, socio‑economically, ethnically, and academically diverse students and students with disabilities; personal qualities to work effectively and with sensitivity in a multicultural environment; awareness of and commitment to the needs of non‑traditional and/or re‑entry students with diverse abilities and interests;
  and Must have evidence of responsiveness to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, as these factors relate to the need for equity‑minded practices.

• Teaching experience at the community college level desired but not required.
• Experience in using innovative teaching methods that encourage student engagement and learning.
• Experience creating socially conscious syllabi, equitable classroom materials, and inclusive pedagogical practices to promote an inclusive environment.
• Experience and skill with addressing issues of equity; recent experience working with African American, Latinx, Native American, and other minoritized students and an understanding of…