What are the responsibilities and job description for the Community Education ESL Instructor position at Weber State University?
Posting Details
WSU's Commitment to Equal Opportunity
Weber State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment welcoming to all individuals. We strive to create a culture where everyone feels valued and appreciated. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected categories, such as disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, religion, national origin, veterans status, or others, as required by law and university policy (see Weber State University's Policy and Procedure Manual 3-32).
Position Information
Position Title
Community Education ESL Instructor
Requisition Number
A00148P
Job Summary/Basic Function
Adjunct instructor of Community Education Center non-credit English as Second Language Program (ESL) as needed to teach one or two basic English courses that are 11 weeks long as needed. This instructor will provide instruction to community adult learners.
This is a pooled position. Applicants are selected from the pool as positions become
available. After a period of time the pool will expire, and applicants will be notified.
This is a pooled position. Applicants are selected from the pool as positions become
available. After a period of time the pool will expire, and applicants will be notified.
Required Qualifications
Bachelors of Education with a language endorsement or certification such as an ESL endorsement, or TESOL certification
Qualified candidates must possess a specific knowledge base and skill set that includes, at a minimum, the following:
A minimum of one year teaching ESL experience in a classroom setting
Qualified candidates must possess a specific knowledge base and skill set that includes, at a minimum, the following:
- Language teaching methodology
- The nature of language/languages (e.g., introduction to linguistics)
- The structure of English (e.g., syntax, phonology, morphology, discourse)
- Second language acquisition
A minimum of one year teaching ESL experience in a classroom setting
Preferred Qualifications
Experience living in a foreign country
Conversational use of a second language
Two or more years of teaching ESL in a classroom setting
One or more years of experience teaching ESL to adult learners in a classroom setting
Conversational use of a second language
Two or more years of teaching ESL in a classroom setting
One or more years of experience teaching ESL to adult learners in a classroom setting
Background Check?
Yes
Posting Detail Information
Open Date
09/14/2026
Close Date
10/14/2026
Open Until Filled
Notes to Applicant
To apply, complete the online application along with contact information for three references, and attach a resume, cover letter, transcripts.
If you are hired, please be aware that you will be required to complete a criminal background check and the appropriate payroll and HR documents prior to beginning work.
Due to the Affordable Care Act (ACA), individuals who have worked in a salaried capacity for Weber State University who have left their salaried positions within the last six months are ineligible to be hired as an hourly or adjunct employee at Weber State for six months.
Criminal Background check is required as a condition of employment.
**This is a pooled position. Applicants are selected from the pool as positions become available. After a period of time, the pool will expire and applicants will be notified.
If you are hired, please be aware that you will be required to complete a criminal background check and the appropriate payroll and HR documents prior to beginning work.
Due to the Affordable Care Act (ACA), individuals who have worked in a salaried capacity for Weber State University who have left their salaried positions within the last six months are ineligible to be hired as an hourly or adjunct employee at Weber State for six months.
Criminal Background check is required as a condition of employment.
**This is a pooled position. Applicants are selected from the pool as positions become available. After a period of time, the pool will expire and applicants will be notified.
ADA Essential Job Function
ADA Essential Job Function
Physical Activity of this position
Repetitive motion. Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
Physical Requirements of this position
Sedentary work. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or consistently to move objects, including the human body. Sitting most of the time. Walking and standing only occasionally if ever.
Visual Acuity Requirements including color, depth perception and field of vision.
Not required
The conditions the worker will be subject to in this position.
None. The worker is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions (such as in typical office or administrative work).
Benefits:
Health Insurance, 401K Plan, Vacation & Paid Time OffSalary : $45,591 - $60,161