Job Description ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Instructing ESL students with varying degrees of English language proficiency and literacy development; Assisting students in the ESL language laboratories, including the Computer Assisted Language Learning (CALL) labs Cultivating and maintaining an ESL learning environment that is focused on student success; Maintaining certification according to SACS requirements QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS: Minimum of a Bachelors degree in English as a Second Language (ESL), English, Foreign Language or a related field. Coursework and/or experience in teaching English as a Second Language (ESL); Flexibility in work hours; Computer proficiency in basic computer applications, such as Microsoft Office and the internet; Ability to communicate and work effectively with students from diverse cultural and language backgrounds, including students with limited education in their native language; Ability to pay close attention to detail as well as the possession of good judgment and a strong work ethic; All instructors must meet the appropriate credentialing requirements for the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS). SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Instructing assigned classes using communicating language techniques and instructional technology; Making phone calls to absent students to ensure that all students attend regularly; Preparing lesson plans and keeping attendance records per ESL protocol Instructing in the language laboratories including computer laboratories; Completing in-service training and attending ESL adjunct faculty meetings on an as-needed basis; Maintaining an awareness of current college and department policies and guidelines; Completing other responsibilities as assigned by the department chair and/or ESL Program Developer. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: This position requires an ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time and to present verbal lectures/demonstrations, walk, bend, lift, reach up, stoop, and carry items occasionally in excess of twenty-five (25) pounds. Some lifting of computer and electronic equipment may be required. It also requires manual dexterity to operate standard office machines, such as, copier, fax, calculator, telephone, and other equipment as necessary. IRSC expects its employees to follow proper safety standards while employed by the College. Classification Adjunct Supervisory No FLSA Exempt Yes Employment Type Temporary (Fixed Term) Compensation and Application Deadline Pay range starts at: $21.10/hour | All salary calculations start at the minimum salary and will be based on candidates education and experience | Open until filled. Indian River State College serves Floridas Treasure Coast as the four-county regions premier provider of post-secondary education. A comprehensive public institution, IRSC offers short-term career training, two-year Associate Degrees and Bachelors Degree programs. The Colleges combination of quality, affordability and convenience attracts more than 30,000 students annually. Every aspect of IRSC is focused on helping students succeed. We appreciate your interest in IRSC and thank you for considering IRSC as your career choice. IRSC EEO/Equal Access Policy Indian River State College is an equal opportunity/equal access institution. It is the policy of the District Board of Trustees to provide equal opportunity for employment and educational opportunities to all (including applicants for employment, employees, applicants for admission, students, and others affiliated with the College) without regard to race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or genetic information. For instructions on how to apply, please click here.
