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As of May 28, 2026, the average yearly pay for applied linguistics in California is $57,650.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $48,900.00 and $57,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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An Applied Linguistics job involves using language-related research to solve real-world problems in areas like education, translation, language policy, and technology. Professionals in this field may work as language educators, speech therapists, computational linguists, or policy advisors. Their expertise helps improve language learning, communication technologies, and multilingual communication in diverse settings.

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To thrive in Applied Linguistics, you typically need a strong background in linguistics, excellent analytical skills, and at least a master's degree in applied linguistics or a related field. Familiarity with linguistic analysis software, corpus tools, and qualitative and quantitative research methods is often required. Outstanding communication, problem-solving, and cross-cultural understanding are valuable soft skills in this role. These competencies are crucial for effectively addressing language-related challenges in educational, professional, or research contexts.

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Professionals with expertise in Applied Linguistics are commonly hired by universities, research institutions, language assessment companies, government agencies, and international organizations. Typical roles include language test development specialist, curriculum designer, language policy advisor, ESL/EFL program coordinator, or language technology consultant. Depending on the organization, you may focus on research, designing educational materials, developing language assessments, or advising on language policy and planning. Collaboration with educators, researchers, policymakers, and software developers is frequently part of the job. This diversity of roles allows for a dynamic career path with opportunities to specialize in areas such as language acquisition, translation technology, or sociolinguistics.
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Part Time - ESL Instructor

Part Time - ESL Instructor

Yuba Community College District

Yuba City, CA

$1.38K - $2.31K/wk

Part-time

Posted 27 days ago

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Position Information
Job Title Part Time - ESL Instructor Location Woodland Community College - Woodland, CA Job Description
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES: The person selected will be expected to:
  • Evaluate ESL student success data, propose hypotheses for limited student success, and respond with ESL program/curricula design;
  • Facilitate department, division meetings, and Student Success Committee meetings; develop and assess Student Learning Outcomes, pursue professional growth activities, and perform other duties consistent with the role of a faculty resource and instructor;
  • Serve on District and College committees and participate in campus extra-curricular activities.
Essential Duties Summary
REQUIRED DUTIES:
Demonstrate sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.
Required Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: The successful candidate, by the final filing date, must possess the minimum qualifications for instructors in English at California Community Colleges:
  • 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
  • Possess a California Community College life credential in the subject matter area of English.
  • OR the equivalent
    • EQUIVALENCY REQUIREMENT: All applicants are required to meet the minimum qualifications specified by the Yuba Community College District (YCCD) by the application filing date. Alternatively, applicants must have obtained an equivalency determination from the District before the publication of the Recruitment Announcement. This ensures that candidates either meet the standard qualifications or have received official recognition of their equivalent qualifications. Please click here for equivalency application.
Desired/Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience and/or knowledge in working with students of great diversity in socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds, including those with different levels of literacy.
  • Interest and/or experience in curriculum development, professional development or academic leadership.
  • Knowledge of current issues and educational trends in teaching ESL and/or Basic Skills in a community college setting.
  • Academic preparation and/or experience in teaching reading, writing, listening, and speaking in ESL courses.
  • Knowledge of diagnostic and classroom assessment practices and their applications.
  • Ability to make effective teaching presentations using appropriate and current pedagogies and methodologies.
  • Knowledge of and commitment to the mission of community colleges and the responsibilities of its faculty in realizing this mission.
  • Academic preparation and experience in teaching ESL to adult students.
  • Effective oral and written communication skills.
  • Evidence of continuing professional growth in ESL, Basic Skills, and/or related areas.
Physical Demands Range/Step Class I - VII (Based on degree and teaching experience). Salary Range Steps 1: $1,377.25 - Step 10: $2,306.66 per unit. Benefits Information
PART-TIME (less than .60 FTE): Part-time positions less than .60 FTE are not entitled to any District paid fringe benefits.
YCAFT Salary Schedule
2024-2027 YC AFT Contract
EEO Statement
Equal Employment Opportunity
The Yuba Community College District is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Yuba Community College District will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals. Applicants who require reasonable accommodation to participate in the selection process should contact Human Resources to make the necessary arrangements.

The Yuba Community College District is strongly committed to achieving staff diversity and the principles of equal employment opportunity. The District encourages a diverse pool of applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of national origin, religion, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, race or ethnicity, color, medical condition, genetic information, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, or because he/she is perceived to have one or more of the foregoing characteristics, or based on association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law, in any of its policies, procedures or practices.
Board Policies
Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
Commitment to Diversity
Posting Detail Information
Internal vs. External External Posting Number AS204P Open Date Close Date Review Start Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants
The Yuba Community College District is seeking qualified candidates for this part-time, temporary (Adjunct) faculty position. Part-time instructor positions are filled as needed through ongoing recruitment. Applicants are contacted and hired year-round based on college needs. This pool is open continuously and refreshed every two years.

Applicants in this pool will remain active for two years. After two years applicants will receive an email with information on how to remain in the pool.
Important Instructions:
  • To apply for this position, interested candidates are required to complete an online application, including submission of a Resume, Letter of Interest, EEO/Diversity Statement and Unofficial Transcripts through the People Admin application portal.
  • FOREIGN TRANSCRIPTS: Include a U.S. evaluation and translation. Click HERE for a list of acceptable agencies providing foreign transcript services.
  • It is important to note that the District retains the right to extend time limits or initiate the recruitment/selection process anew at any stage.
  • Education Code 87408.6 states that no person shall be initially employed by a community college district in an academic or classified position unless the person has submitted to an examination within the past sixty (60) days to determine that he/she/they is free of active tuberculosis.
  • As a condition of employment, the position you are applying for will require that you provide fingerprints to the local police department. The fees charged by the Department of Justice (DOJ) and FBI for the fingerprint report is the employee's responsibility.
  • Fingerprint clearance must be received prior to the employee's first day on the job.

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