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Along with the classroom hours, there will be a strong focus on using a learning management system and collaborative learning.\nEssential Job Duties & Responsibilities:\nTeach courses in Academic ESL up to 27.5 hours per week.\nPrepare and submit lesson plans prior to each course session.\nGrade and provide feedback on student work in a timely manner.\nEvaluate and monitor students’ progress the use of various assessment tools.\nDeliver engaging instruction through a variety of student-centered classroom activities.\nMaintain necessary records to report student academic progress (SAP) to the Academic Dean/Program Manager.\nProvide support through academic advising to ensure student growth and retention.\nAttend and participate in quarterly instructor in-service meetings.\nStay well-informed with the trends and developments in ESL studies by attending professional development activities outside of CSI and completing a minimum of two professional growth activities annually.\nOrganize and lead field trips for student enrichment once per quarter.\nActively contribute to program improvement by proactively providing feedback and participating in various committees.\nAdditional tasks as needed.\nRequired Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:\nKnowledge of pedagogical methods teaching ESL\nNative or near-native ability to speak English\nEducation and Experience: The position requires a Master’s Degree in ESL/EFL, TESOL, Applied Linguistics or Linguistics (or related field). At least two years of prior teaching experience to adult learners preferred. If the Master’s Degree is not in ESL/EFL, TESOL, Applied Linguistics or Linguistics (or related field), language teaching faculty must have a specific knowledge base and skill set that includes the following:\nLanguage teaching methodology\nThe nature of language/languages (e.g., introduction to linguistics\nThe structure of English (e.g., syntax, phonology, morphology, discourse)\nSecond language acquisition\nIntercultural communication (e.g., sociolinguistics, cross-cultural studies)\nPracticum experience\nPhysical Requirements: While performing the duties of this job, the instructor is regularly required to stand; walk and sit. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.\nWork Environment: Normal office working conditions. 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