Adjunct ESL Instructor

Description

Nevada Global - Adjunct ESL Instructor Reno, NevadaAbout Us Nevada Global is a joint collaboration between the University of Nevada, Reno, and Shorelight. This comprehensive program expands the university”s efforts to educate students from around the world and ensure positive outcomes by providing international students with exclusive admissions services, academic and language support, and career growth opportunities to help them succeed. Job Overview

The English as a Second Language (ESL) Instructor combines English Language instruction and support with academic instruction and acculturation to teach international students. ESL Instructors teach listening, speaking, reading, writing, and grammar skills at all levels in a university-based, intensive ESL program. He/She/They also teach ESP courses, participate in extracurricular events, and assume responsibilities in materials development/coordination or other needed specialized areas. This role reports to the Managing Director. The ESL Instructor has proven customer service abilities, has outstanding oral and written communication skills, and demonstrated flexibility. He/She/They will work with students one on one and in groups so excellent organizational skills, strong attention to detail, and outstanding interpersonal skills with cultural sensitivity toward students and staff from diverse backgrounds is critical. The ESL Instructor is a team player who can work independently, is comfortable multitasking, can change priorities to fit business needs, and manages time efficiently.

Essential Functions Teaching

• Prepare lessons, teach, and grade up to 30 hours per week of English course and up to 10 hours per week of student support to international students enrolled in Nevada Global
• Work in a team environment with other instructors and the Nevada Global team to prepare, select, and use appropriate teaching and learning materials for international students (including the use of textbooks, in-house materials, and self-created materials)
• Develop relevant and appropriate lesson plans that provide effective teaching strategies and meet the individual needs of students
• Assess students and provide both formative and summative evaluations to a high standard
• Provide oral and written feedback to students and to relevant staff
• Deliver out-of-class academic support for students during office hours as needed
  
  

Administrative Support

• Carry out administrative tasks associated with teaching and assessment, students” academic progress reports, weekly grades, attendance, and record of work
• Act as a positive ambassador for Nevada Global and the University of Nevada, Reno
• Participate in staff development and professional training as required
• Attend university and program meetings as required
  
  

Security

• Comply with Shorelight Written Information Security Policy, and all other Shorelight Information Security Policies and Procedures
• Take responsibility for any Shorelight assets assigned to you
• Promptly report any security events, incidents, or weaknesses to Shorelight Security
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Master”s degree in TESOL or closely related field, such as (but not limited to) Applied Linguistics or Adult Education
• 2+ years of related experience, including 1+ year in an academic ESL program
• Eligibility to work in and travel freely to and from the United States without sponsorship
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrable knowledge of applied linguistics, second language acquisition, language-teaching methodologies, assessment, and curriculum/lesson planning; TEFL certifications (CELTA, DELTA, Bridge, or Oxford)
• Overseas experience or experience teaching in multicultural/multilingual classrooms
• Competence in a foreign language
  
  

Application Process To apply for this position, please visit the Shorelight Careers page to submit an application with a resume and cover letter.

Background Check Required--Education, Criminal, Identity

Nevada Global is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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