Masters In Tesol Jobs in Hopkins, MN (NOW HIRING)

The Minnesota English Language Program (MELP) in the College of Continuing and Professional Studies (CCAPS) at the University of Minnesota is seeking to create a pool of qualified instructors for part-time, adjunct Lecturer positions for various terms throughout the academic year. Adjunct instructors will be hired on a per term basis based on program needs. These are temporary, non-tenured positions paid on a per course basis.

Adjunct Lecturers will be responsible for teaching courses in the Intensive English Program, Academic English Program, or a Short-Term Program. Position duties include planning and teaching one or more ESL courses; attending staff meetings and orientation; collaborating with other teachers in the program on curriculum development; and student assessment and other program duties as assigned.

Work for a phenomenal team and College thats student and staff-centered!  

The search committee will review applications as program needs arise throughout the year.  Candidates will only be contacted when there is a course available.

                 REQUIRED:

1.             Demonstrated commitment to creating an inclusive environment that serves a diverse community in a professional setting.
2. MA in TESOL or a closely related field in hand by time of appointment
3. At least one semester of ESL teaching at the college or university level
4. Evidence of an excellent teaching record
5. Superior communication skills in English

PREFERRED:

1. Significant experience teaching ESL at the college or university level
2. Successful completion of an ESL practicum course (with documentation)
3. Experience mentoring new ESL teachers in ones own classroom
4. Experience teaching diverse groups of students in a variety of settings
5. Experience integrating technology into language teaching
6. Strong interpersonal skills
7. The ability to work well on a team
8. Experience and interest in curriculum development
9. Evidence of continuing professional activity

Are you excited about this job and meet the required qualifications, but your past experience does not align perfectly with every preferred qualification? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. If this is you, we strongly encourage you to apply because you just may be the right candidate for this role.

In CCAPS youll find supportive colleagues who are committed to empowering lifelong learners to achieve their educational goals in a learner-centric environment where diverse ideas, backgrounds, and identities are embraced.

CCAPS has a large and diverse portfolio of program offerings, including bachelors and masters degrees, professional development offerings for practitioners, pre-college programs for high school students, English language programs, and lifelong learning for personal enrichment. Across all the work done in and by CCAPS, we strive daily to live our core values of Access, Learning, Inclusivity, Collaboration, and Excellence.

Retirement plan options are available for Civil Service, Faculty, Labor-Represented, Professional & Administrative, and Temp Casual classifications. Learn more about retirement plans.

Required application materials should be submitted online, including: (1) a cover letter summarizing strengths with regard to the required and preferred qualifications for the job and stating the candidate's availability, (2) a current Curriculum Vitae, (3) a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion statement, and (3) the names, titles, e-mail addresses, and phone numbers of three references, one of whom must be the candidate's teaching supervisor or
someone who has observed and evaluated the candidate's teaching. Please address all required qualifications in either your Cover Letter or Curriculum Vitae.

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.

Fall semester begins in early September, and spring semester begins in mid-January, and summer
semester begins in June. Applicants will be considered and contacted as needs arise.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-UOHR (8647).

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission.  The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.  To learn more about diversity at the U:  http://diversity.umn.edu.

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

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