What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part-time ESL Academic Coach/Instructional Specialist position at Lane Community College?

Posting Details

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AA/EEO Statement:

Lane Community College is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity / Veteran / Disabled Employer embracing equity, inclusion and accessibility. We encourage a safe and hospitable environment for historically marginalized populations including women, BIPOC, Latinx, LGBTQ individuals, veterans, and candidates and employees living with disabilities.

Veterans Statement

Lane actively recruits veterans and those with disabilities for all positions. For accommodations and questions call 541-463-5586.

Veterans, please fax, e-mail, mail or deliver your documentation (DD214/DD215/letter of disability) to Human Resources: Jill Deneault, deneaultj@lanecc.edu, 541-463-3970
Lane Community College ensures that all documentation submitted to HR will remain confidential.

Position Information:

Posting Number:	260082
Job Title:	Part-time ESL Academic Coach/Instructional Specialist
Applicant Notification:	Our Academic and Tutoring Services Department, is seeking to hire a Part-Time English Language Learning/ESL Academic Coach/Tutor. Application Information This is an applicant pool posting. The first review date of applications may be as early as 10 business days after posting. Subsequent review dates will be based upon department needs. Lane Community College reserves the right to modify this information. Your application will remain in the pool until a decision is made on your candidacy. This position is a temporary assignment based on student, college, and division needs. Provide all documents as requested. A resume may not take the place of any section of the application. Transcripts are required for this position at the time of application. See the instructions below. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Applications will remain in the applicant pool until the position(s) is filled.
Location:	Downtown Center, Main Campus
Classification:	Instructional Specialist
Position Type:	Hourly Part-Time Classified
Anticipated Start Date:	Fall Term 2026 or upon hire
Salary/Wage:	Hourly
Salary/Wage Range:	$20.11 - $29.49 (Classified Hourly Pay Grade 8)
Salary/Compensation Statement:	Our application is used to determine your initial salary placement for selected candidates. All employment and education history will be considered. Part-Time Benefits may be available for qualified employees.
Grant Statement:
Working Schedule:	Part-Time position; Variable work hours based on department needs; Schedules are set for one term at a time. Schedule may vary with hours increasing during peak periods up to 25 hours per week, up to 1039 hours in a 12 month period. This position will often be working from the Mary Spilde Downtown Center and may require evening hours.
FLSA:	Non-Exempt
Position Status:	Temporary
Full/Part:	Part-Time
Annual Schedule:	Other
Annual Schedule Details:	Terms to include: fall, winter, spring
Quicklink for Posting:	https://jobs.lanecc.edu/postings/13652

Posting Text

Posting Date:	08/18/2026
Closing Date:	10/16/2026
Applicant Pool:	Term Pool
Open Until Filled:	No

Required Qualifications

Required Education:	Two (2) years of post-secondary education or training with course work in English Language Learning, ESL, TESOL, or similar.
Required Experience:	Two (2) years of experience in tutoring and/or providing individual learning support.
Licensure or Certification Requirements
Conditions of Employment:	Successful applicants are required to complete a criminal background check. Infractions do not necessarily disqualify a candidate, and will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. See our FAQs for more detail. Must work and reside in the state of Oregon at the time their work is being performed.

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Education	Bachelor's Degree in Education, English language learning, languages, or related field Certificate, degree, or minor in TESOL or similar, or English as a Second Language major
Preferred Experience	Tutoring or individual mentoring at the college level Student-facing work in a community college or higher education institution
Language Statement	We welcome multilingual applicants who can support and welcome all students.
Bilingual/Multicultural Statement:	Inclusiveness, diversity, and equity are integral to Lane's commitment to excellence in education and our commitment to student and community engagement. We welcome applicants who bring a diversity of identity, culture, experience, perspective, multilingual skills, and thought. We encourage applications from candidates that identify with groups that are historically underrepresented in higher education.
Equivalency Statement:	We want to find the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. We encourage you to apply, even if you do not believe you meet every one of the qualifications described. You are also encouraged to address how your professional and lived experience, scholarship, teaching, mentorship, and/or service will contribute to the Lane mission of transforming lives through learning.
Position Purpose:	Provide one-on-one and group support for students learning English through Lane's non-credit English as a Second Language program, including leading tutoring sessions focused on homework, providing individual coaching in pronunciation, facilitating multi-level conversation groups, visiting classes upon invitation from faculty, and otherwise assisting students as they learn.
Essential Functions:	Works independently and as part of a team. Tutors students in specific ESL subject matter as recommended by program leads, curriculum, and faculty in the area. Mentors peer/student tutors as assigned. Assists students to work through assigned materials or self-instructional modules. Observes and diagnoses areas that are causing the student problems in their course assignments, work, or personal correspondence or communication. Models and practices written and spoken English with students at multiple levels of learning, from pre-literacy through fluency. Discusses problem areas with students and provides explanation, clarification, reference materials or examples. Reports needs and issues to the Academic and Tutoring team as needed. Problem solves and manage sensitive information with appropriate awareness of FERPA standards (training provided). Maintains confidentiality and sensitivity to the privacy needs of students. Other duties as assigned. Equity and Inclusion Demonstrate Lane Community College's core value of social justice by ensuring equity and inclusion skills such as respect, inclusiveness, reflecting, valuing of cultural and personal differences. These are the basis of employee and student interpersonal communications and relationships and are applied to all position responsibilities. Duties are carried out respectfully, inclusively, regardless of age, color, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, social class, marital status, national origin, race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, veteran's status, nationality, age, language, origin or employment status. Must demonstrate an active concern for meeting the needs of students, staff, and the public. Actively assist with ADA compliance in conjunction with Lane Community College's Human Resources and Disability Resources departments; support appropriate access for persons with disabilities to facilitate student and staff success; mentor and role-model cultural competency for persons with disabilities.
Supervision Statement:	This position works with the Academic and Tutoring Services Coordinator team and reports to the Director of Academic & Tutoring Services.
Physical Demands/Working Environment:	Work Safely. Work may require sitting for two (2) to three (3) hour periods, working in a variety of spaces (small conference spaces, large open spaces, etc.)
Knowledge Skills and Abilities:	Knowledge of best practices in English as a Second Language/English Language Learning tutoring Skill in working with students at all levels of English fluency Ability to provide positive reinforcement and encourage students and/or tutors Ability to work independently and as part of a team Ability to adhere to a regular schedule with potential evening or weekend hours Clear oral and written communication skills Ability to send clear written email and electronic messages to students, colleagues, and community members Ability to work in person (not remotely) during all shifts Ability to maintain a patient, caring and respectful attitude with students Ability to work well with students of varied backgrounds and experiences Provide support to employees working to meet accreditation standards through evaluation and assessment of student outcomes
Applicant Instructions:	Application Instructions Incomplete applications will not be considered. All fields in the application must be completed, including employment dates, work hours, and detailed job duties. The Curriculum Vitae (CV)/Resume may not take the place of any section in the application. Required Documents To be considered a candidate for this position, all of the following must be included in the application package: Application - Complete and submit online via the applicant portal. Resume/CV - Comprehensive of experience, education, and accomplishments. Cover Letter - Clearly detailing how you meet the qualifications for the position. Transcripts - See instructions below. If applicable: DD214 - Veterans, please fax, email, mail, or deliver your documentation (DD214/DD215/letter of disability) to Human Resources at Lane Community College, attn. Jill Deneault, deneaultj@lanecc.edu, Fax: 541-463-3970 Additional documents and letters of reference are not accepted. Questions? For assistance with the online application call Human Resources at 541-463-5586 For position questions contact Jenn Kepka - kepkaj@lanecc.edu How to monitor your application Enter recruitment@lanecc.edu into your Safe Senders list. Notifications will be sent toward the end of the search process. Visit your Employment Opportunities account. The main page will show your status in the search. Positions close at 9:00 pm PST on closing date.
Transcript Instructions:	Transcripts are required If you have obtained a degree higher than the required education for this position, then unofficial transcripts are required to ensure an accurate salary placement is conducted. International degrees will require a foreign degree evaluation for their US equivalent. For more details, click here. Attach under "Optional Document", fax, email, deliver or mail to: Lane Community College Human Resources Posting# 260082 Attn: Jill Deneault 4000 E. 30th Ave. Building 3, 1st floor Eugene, OR 97405 Fax: (541) 463-3970 Email: deneaultj@lanecc.edu
Union Association:	LCC Employees Federation (Classified)

Salary : $20 - $29

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