Job Description

Workforce development English as a Second Language instructors are hired to teach on a class-by-class basis. ESL instructors develop and deliver Workforce Development course offerings specific to those learning English as an additional language. Instructors provide classroom based instruction and student academic support for assigned classes, and perform tasks designed to ensure the quality and consistency of academic instruction. WFD ESL instructors may also provide in-person instruction to local organizations and businesses within HACC’s service region in the area.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree
TESOL, TEFL, TESL, or CELTA certification
At least 2 years of ESL teaching experience

Licensing Requirements: Valid driver's license
PA ACT-15
Please note that this position requires employees to comply with PA Act 15. You will need to present completed clearances and training certificates at the time of hire. Please visit https://www.hacc.edu/HumanResources/NewHire/index.cfm (and scroll to PA Act 15 Clearances) for more information.

Hiring Range: $32 per hour

Preferred Qualifications: x

Job Specific Task List:

• Deliver classroom instruction in accordance with best practices in teaching English as a Second Language - (Essential)
• Develop and update lesson plans, training materials, and scenario-based exercises - (Essential)
• Evaluate student performance and provide constructive feedback - (Essential)
• Maintain student records. - (Essential)
• Collaborate with Workforce Development staff and community partners to meet training needs, as required - (Essential)
• Participate in staff meetings, professional development, and continuing education as required - (Essential)
• Serve as a model for professionalism and collegiality - (Essential)
• Other duties as assigned - (Standard)

Job Type: Non credit Instructor

If part time, hours per week: Varies

Equipment Requirements for part time, casual, adjunct and instructor positions:

It is HACC’s expectation that candidates selected for this role will provide their own technology equipment.

Your own computer (Windows, Linux, or Macintosh desktop or laptop) with current web browser installed (Firefox, Edge, Safari, Chrome) https://www.whatismybrowser.com/guides/the-latest-version/

Access to broadband internet connection at all times during employment (DSL, 4G/LTE, FIOS, Satellite, or Cable/Xfinity/Comcast https://www.speedtest.net/

Equipment/technology which enables you to communicate synchronously during meetings and other events, such as USB Headset, speaker and microphone, captioning services, adaptive technology, assistive devices, etc.

If you are not able to meet the equipment requirements listed above and are selected for the role, you can request a special accommodation. Our ability to grant your request will be based on documented need and inventory availability.

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