Lecturer, English as a Second Language

Department: English as a Second Language

Location: Metropolitan Campus

Reports To: Assoc Dean, Lib Art&Soc Sci-E

Requisition ID: req5869

Employment Type: Full-Time Faculty

Union Position: Non-Union

Work Schedule: Standard College Hours: M-F, 8:30am-5pm, some evenings based on class scheduling

Number of Openings: 1

Job Description:

Teaches a full range of English as a second language (ESL) courses including speaking, listening, reading, writing, and grammar to non-native speakers.

• Prepares and delivers lessons to students on various topics in relation to a specific discipline
• Evaluates and grades students’ class work, laboratory work, assignments, and papers
• Prepares course materials such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts
• Keeps abreast of developments in the field by reading current literature, speaking with colleagues, and participating in professional conferences
• Maintains student attendance records, grades and other required records
• Initiates, facilitates, and moderates classroom discussions
• As needed, advises students on academic and vocational curricula and on career issues
• Plans, evaluates and revises curricula, course content and course materials and methods of instruction
• Compiles, administers and grades examinations
• Collaborates with colleagues to address teaching and research issues
• Maintains regularly scheduled office hours to advise and assist students
• Selects and obtains materials and supplies such as textbooks and laboratory equipment
• May serve on academic or administrative committees that deal with institutional polices, department matters and academic issues
• May participate in campus and community events
  
  

Required Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree in English as a Second Language or related field with 18 credit hours of graduate-level coursework in ESL
• Post-secondary teaching experience
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Suite (or equivalent)
• Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for students
• Advanced communication (verbal, written and interpersonal) and organizational skills
• Logic and reasoning skills to identify solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems
• Sensitivity to respond appropriately to the needs of a diverse population
  
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proficiency in a foreign language
• Native or near-native proficiency in English
• Online teaching experience
• Community college teaching experience
  
  

Classes are assigned, beginning August (Fall semester) 2025. Ability to work a combination of days/evenings/weekends is required. Assignments may include working at multiple sites/campuses.

The following documents must be attached to your on-line employment application:

• Current resume
• A cover letter
• A one-page statement explaining how you promote student learning and achievement
• Scanned copies of your transcript (original, unofficial, or photocopy) for the required degree and copies of current required licenses/certifications. Please indicate your current name of the transcript if it differs from the name on the transcript.
  
  

Applicants selected for interview must provide official transcripts for the required degree at the time of interview. Please note that the required degree must be conferred/completed prior to submission of your application.

Please DO NOT include other transcripts or documents not requested such as letters of reference or past evaluations; only the transcript and required licenses/certifications will be forwarded to the search committee. Faxed copies of transcripts, licenses, or certifications will not be accepted.

• $ 45,439 minimum; offer based on education and/or experience.
  
  

Special Note: If hired, you must reside in the state of Ohio and be within commuting distance of this work location/campus to respond to onsite work demands upon the employment start date and throughout the duration of your employment with the College, as outlined in 3354:1-40-01.1 Recruitment and Selection Procedure .

Special Instructions to Applicants: During the application process, you may be required to attach a cover letter and/or resume. It is recommended that you have these documents ready to be attached electronically to the online application. This system accepts only MS Word or PDF attachments. Any employment with the College is contingent upon satisfactory completion of a background check and drug screen.

Affirmative Action Statement: Cuyahoga Community College is committed to attaining excellence through the recruitment and retention of a qualified and diverse workforce. Cuyahoga Community College is an equal employment/educational opportunity institution.