English Language Institute - Adjunct Instructor

Overview

The English Language Institute is accepting applications from qualified candidates to teach ESL classes. The anticipated start date is August 2024, though future semesters may also be available. The instructor will teach face‑to‑face courses on the Warrensburg campus. These classes may also include a mix of synchronous and/or online instruction. This position may teach up to 9 credit hours per semester.

UCM reserves the right to change the delivery method at any time during the academic year.

• Teach the assigned course(s) throughout the semester.
• Prepare materials needed for course lectures, exams and other class projects.
• Be available to communicate with students by email, phone, web conferencing, or face‑to‑face meetings.
• Report grades, as needed, throughout the semester.
• Participate in/lead cultural activities/cultural programming when possible.

• Master’s degree or current Master’s student in Teaching English as a Second Language or related field.
• Master’s Degree in another field with previous language teaching experience.

• A commitment to teaching excellence.
• Excellent language skills.
• Previous teaching experience is preferred.
• Study Abroad or Living Abroad or Language Learning experience is preferred.
• Experience working with diverse cultures and languages preferred.
• Availability to participate in/lead cultural programming/events preferred.

Candidates must complete an on‑line application found at  and apply to position 998005.

Candidates should submit the following documents:

• A cover letter that outlines the applicant’s interest, qualifications, and experience for the position.
• A curriculum vitae.
• Unofficial transcripts for all awarded degrees.
• Include on faculty profile the names, phone numbers, and e‑mail addresses of a minimum of three professional references.

If contacted for an interview, three formal letters of reference and official transcripts for all awarded degrees will be required.

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For information about the on‑line application process contact Human Resources at jobs or (660) 543‑4255.

The University of Central Missouri is an AA/EEO/ADA employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Veteran status and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

• Full‑time staff & 12‑month faculty benefits‑eligible position: competitive salary; health, dental, vision, life insurance, AD & D, long‑term disability; 3 weeks paid vacation per year; 3 weeks of accrued sick leave per year; 13 paid holidays; retirement; and generous education assistance for an employee, spouse and dependent children taking classes at UCM.
• 9‑month faculty benefits‑eligible position: competitive salary; health, dental, vision, life insurance, AD & D, long‑term disability; 3 weeks of accrued sick leave per year; 13 paid holidays; retirement; and generous education assistance for an employee, spouse and dependent children taking classes at UCM.
• Part‑time benefits‑eligible positions: generous education assistance for the employee.
• Temporary, adjunct, student employment, or graduate assistant positions: benefits are not included.
• Completed UCM online application for employment required. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
• A review will begin immediately and continue until filled unless indicated otherwise.
• NOTE:
  
  A background check is required for the selected candidate of all staff, faculty, adjunct, and temporary positions and any job offer is contingent on the results of this check. Student employees and graduate assistants do not require a background check to be conducted prior to employment.
• The University of Central Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
• Our faculty and staff are the university’s most valuable asset, and our goal is to provide a robust Total Rewards Program designed to help them maintain a happy, healthy, and productive lifestyle.
• Highlights from UCM's total rewards package for full‑time employees include:
• 30.25% (staff) and 6% (faculty) defined retirement contribution, paid 100% by the university;
• Voluntary Tax‑Sheltered Annuity (TSA) programs (403(b) and 457(b)) that allow…