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PT ESL Adult Basic Education Instructor

Midland College | Midland, Texas 

JOB SUMMARY 
ESL Instructor will work in a classroom setting teaching adults the skills needed to speak, read and write English at Cogdell Learning Center. Instructors will work in a classroom setting instructing students who are seeking ESL services through Midland College’s Adult Basic Education Program.

ABOUT MIDLAND COLLEGE 

At Midland College, we believe education transforms lives, strengthens communities, and creates opportunity for future generations. As a driving force for workforce development and economic growth in the Permian Basin, we serve dual-credit students, first-time-in-college learners, adult students, and working professionals. Through strong partnerships with K-12 schools, universities, business and industry, and community organizations, we make education accessible, prepare students for meaningful careers, and help shape the future of our region. 

Midland College is a dynamic institution experiencing rapid enrollment growth and institutional growth. We are continually evaluating how we work, challenging ourselves to improve, and embracing innovation to serve our students and community better. 

Three Core Values define our culture

YES – We embrace challenges with curiosity, optimism, and a solutions-oriented mindset

STUDENTS – Student success is at the center of every decision we make

ACT – We take ownership, move with purpose, and deliver meaningful results

We seek individuals who are adaptable, resilient, and energized by change. Our employees ask thoughtful questions, challenge the status quo, solve problems collaboratively, and continuously look for better ways to serve students. We work hard, think strategically, and hold ourselves accountable. We also believe great teams support one another, celebrate successes, and bring positivity, perspective, and a sense of humor to the workplace. 

What You Can Expect at Midland College

• A leadership team committed to action, collaboration, and continuous improvement
• A Board of Trustees that values stewardship, innovation, and long-term vision
• A community that believes deeply in the power of education to create opportunities
• Meaningful work, supportive colleagues, and the opportunity to make a lasting impact, every single day

If you're passionate about making a difference, excited by growth and innovation, and ready to help students succeed while strengthening the Permian Basin, we invite you to join our team.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Instruct students who have achieved varying levels of mastery in the subject matter area
• Teach students online, face-to-face, or a combination of the two modalities on a schedule as assigned by the ESL Coordinator
• Communicate effectively and appropriately with students
• Integrate essential workplace competencies into the classroom setting
• Report and interpret test results for individual students
• Develop and promote a safe learning environment for all students
• Provide tutoring and additional instructional support to students as necessary
• Attend required staff meetings
• Complete the required 15 clock hours of professional development as assigned through the state training portal by the program’s Professional Development Coordinator
• Participate in student registration and orientation functions as necessary
• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• An earned Bachelor’s Degree from a regionally accredited institution
• Strong organizational skills
• Attention to detail
• General familiarity with computers, Word, and Excel programs
• Ability to communicate professionally with internal and external groups
• Willingness to participate in collaborative projects with colleagues and instructional leaders

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in teaching adult students or high school students
• Experience with curriculum design, curriculum implementation, and assessment of student progress
• Experience working in a correctional facility
• Experience teaching in different modalities to include face-to-face, hybrid, and online/remote

WORK ENVIRONMENT 

• Typical office 
• Business Hours 
• M-Th 8:00 am- 5:00 pm F 8:00 am – 12:00 pm
• summer M-Th 7:30 a.m. – 5:30 pm 
• Periodic evening and weekend hours during peak periods   
• Occasional travel (less than 10%) 

Physical Demands

• Frequently moves equipment or paperwork weighing up to 20 pounds
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time
• Use of manual dexterity
• Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation
• The person in this position needs to occasionally move from office to classroom

Salary Range - $26.00/hour

BENEFITS

Midland College faculty and staff enjoy a comprehensive choice of insurance plans* and retirement savings programs.  

• medical, prescription, dental, and vision plans, FSA 
• retirement savings programs 
• tuition remission for employees 
• generous paid time off including winter break  

To learn more go to: Midland College Benefits *eligibility may vary based on job classification 

SECURITY SENSITIVITY 

All Midland College positions are security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. An employment offer is contingent on completion of a satisfactory criminal background investigation. 

Special Instructions to Applicants  

All documents must be electronically submitted through the Midland College Online Employment Services website to be considered. Incomplete or improperly submitted applications may be excluded from consideration. Documents that must be submitted online: Completed online application, CV/resume, and transcripts (if applicable). Unofficial transcripts will be accepted with the application. NOTE: Official transcripts sent directly from the institution(s) attended to Midland College Human Resources are required within 30 days of hire (if applicable). If a specified closing date is not listed on the posting, there is a required minimum posting period of five business days.