About the position
The MassLINKS Part-Time ESOL Instructor participates in and contributes to the design of and delivers instruction for the MassLINKS Adult Education Online Academy at MWCC. The instructor possesses a deep understanding of current theories and principles of second language acquisition and applies this knowledge to promote English language development, academic preparation for postsecondary enrollment, and enhanced employability for second language learners. The instructor provides rigorous, remote synchronous and asynchronous, standards-based instruction aligned to the Massachusetts English Language Proficiency Standards for Adult Education. They implement evidence-based instructional strategies and align professional practice to the Massachusetts Professional Standards for Teachers of Adult Speakers of Other Languages. The instructor delivers high-quality instruction that supports the acquisition of foundational English language skills, academic skills for post-secondary enrollment, digital literacy skills, and workplace readiness skills. They work cooperatively with program staff and administration to ensure the social and emotional well-being of students and the development of critical personal, career, and academic skills. The instructor participates in MassLINKS Student Success Team Meetings, reviews diagnostic assessment results to inform instructional planning, and delivers formative and summative assessments to measure student learning and academic progress. They collaborate with personnel at MWCC and community colleges statewide, the MassHire North Central Career Center, and regional and statewide partner agencies to ensure students are connected to all supports needed to enhance their success and prepare them for transition to post-secondary enrollment and/or workplace success.
Responsibilities
- Provide rigorous remote academic instruction in the arts, social justice, and the human experience.
- Implement evidence-based instructional practices as part of course design and delivery.
- Conduct diagnostic, formative, and summative assessments to inform instructional design and delivery and to measure student learning.
- Maintain appropriate student data including proof of academic progress and samples of completed work.
- Participate in student progress team meetings with colleagues.
- Arrive at least ten minutes prior to the beginning of class and stay until completing scheduled learning activities.
- Work cooperatively with Advisors to assist each enrolled student in the development of a comprehensive education and career plan.
- Deliver instruction aligned to the units of the Academic Advising Curriculum supporting career and academic planning.
- Contextualize instruction to include industry-specific content.
- Increase knowledge and awareness of postsecondary education and employment opportunities.
- Attend all supervisor and program-wide meetings as scheduled.
- Participate in regularly scheduled curriculum development and program improvement activities.
- Engage in common planning time with peers.
- Work in collaboration with the program on developing and/or implementing a multi-year strategic plan.
- Effectively utilize technology to enhance student learning.
- Provide timely and authentic feedback to students using various means.
- Conduct remote synchronous classroom sessions utilizing the Zoom video conferencing platform.
- Utilize educational technology as needed to enhance student learning.
- Access and utilize electronic assessment results to inform instruction.
- Participate in all phases of the educator effectiveness evaluation process.
- Collaborate with program administration to develop and implement an annual professional development plan.
- Participate in classroom observations as determined by administration.
- Have their online learning environment reviewed throughout the academic year.
- Participate in an annual instructor effectiveness evaluation.
- Participate in the annual performance review process with their direct supervisor.
- Other Duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Master's degree in Critical Thinking or closely related field.
- Three (3) years experience and/or training that includes program coordination, teaching, critical thinking instruction, curriculum development, and computer operations in a community college environment.
- An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Nice-to-haves
- Experience teaching in the Public Adult Education System.
- Former or current K-12 Certification.
- Experience delivering remote programming.
- Experience using the Google Workspace for Education suite of applications or similar collaborative online tools.
Benefits
- No benefits offered.
