Instructor English Language Skills Ce- Adjunct - Houston, United States - Houston Community College

Houston Community College

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Houston, United States

2 weeks ago

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Mark Lane

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Description

We are currently seeking a Continuing Education Instructor, English Language Skills, who will advance the institution's proud tradition of excellence in academics, student life and community service.

The Opportunity

You:

You're a teacher who is committed to helping students acquire and develop the English language skills they'll need to achieve their academic, personal and career goals.

Your mission:

You'll be teaching English to adults through a curriculum that helps students learn the language skills needed for work and day-to-day life in the U.S.

The classes cover speaking, listening, reading and writing, along with vocabulary and grammar.

A typical day:

When you're not teaching, you might be assisting students with opportunities for work (co-ops, part-time, work-study) and careers; evaluating program curricula and/or practices; or reviewing learning materials.

Provide the expertise and knowledge that support the college curriculum and programs.

Establish courses following accepted higher education standards, teach students using a variety of effective methodologies and provide engagement and support activities that encourage student learning.

The role of the Instructional Faculty encompasses teaching and learning, academic advising, professional development and institutional and community service.

The English Language Skills Instructor may serve on curriculum committees and assist with the placing students in the appropriate level of English as approved by the Program Director.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other relevant duties may be required.

Teaching:

Demonstrate skill and/or knowledge in teaching discipline.

Make continuous efforts to improve the quality of instruction by reviewing and utilizing innovative methodologies, techniques, and delivery methods.

Develop and use a syllabus for each course or laboratory within college, discipline, and departmental guidelines and submit one copy to the department chair.

Plan, develop, and use a variety of teaching methods and materials that assist students in meeting course objectives and which are appropriate for students with differing educational and experiential backgrounds and learning styles.

Evaluate students to measure their progress toward achievement of stated course objectives and inform them of their progress in the course in a timely manner.

Keep accurate student records and submit related reports and forms within requested timelines.

Teach courses at a variety of times and locations in response to institutional needs.

Demonstrate competence and interest in the use of technology in the classroom and willingness to explore new instructional methodologies.

Academic Advising:

Maintain professional relationships with students, colleagues, and the community.

Provide access to students through electronic communication, and other appropriate methods. Provide advice and assistance to students regarding instructional or program-specific issues.

Professional Development:

Establish annual objectives for professional growth.

Keep pace with developments in the discipline.

Participate in the evaluation process for self, department, and college.

Institutional and Community Service:

Participate in scheduled institutional service activities including opening week events, conference days, and commencement exercises.

Participate in discipline committee or program meetings and activities

Actively participate in department, college or system meetings and/ or committees.

Be familiar with and adhere to all policies and procedures of HCCS.

Participate in college-related activities such as student activities, selection of faculty, community education, recruitment of students, and/or special programs.

Participate in business and/or student activities and/or community activities that foster goodwill and promote the mission of HCCS.

Participate in activities required to maintain program and college accreditation standards.

Participate in the HCCS planning process by assisting in the formulation of departmental objectives and goals and in establishing budget priorities.

Review, evaluate, and revise program curricula and practices to assure compliance with professional standards, state-mandated guidelines and requirements of business/

industry, and higher education.

Assist in the articulation of courses and programs with secondary and post-secondary institutions.

QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential duties and responsibilities list above. The qualifications listed below are representative of the education, experience, knowledge, skills and/or abilities required.

EDUCATION
Bachelor's degree in education or related field required.

EXPERIENCE
Minimum of three (3) years related work experience in teaching adults. Teaching English as a Second Language, Bilingual Teaching Certificate or State Certification