Adjunct instructors are needed to join our Intensive English program teaching 6-13.5 hours per week for 10 weeks. Academic courses for nonnative speakers of English include but are not limited to: writing/grammar, listening/speaking, reading/vocabulary, content-based English, introduction to university culture, and test preparation. Essential Functions Reviewing the course syllabus and updating with section information according to ELC/ University course guidelines; Teaching the course as schedu... more details
About the College of Arts and Sciences
The College of Arts and Sciences (CoAS) delivers a time-honored liberal arts education paired with Drexel’s renowned focus on applied learning. Our research and scholarship explore contemporary issues with an eye toward improving the common good. With a breadth of disciplines in the natural sciences, social sciences and humanities, and a focus on the now, the College is the perfect home for curious scholars who seek to apply their learning in the service of humanity. Our undergraduate programs, Co-op experiences and Community-Based Learning courses give students a broad-based, hands-on education that prepares them to make an impact immediately. Our graduate programs take a rigorous yet practical approach to advancing knowledge. Our faculty members are dedicated teachers and gifted scholars who publish groundbreaking research on the world’s most pressing issues.
About the English Language Center
The English Language Center (ELC)’s Intensive English Program and International Gateway Program are accredited by the Commission on English Language Program Accreditation. In addition, the ELC is a member of the University and College Intensive English Programs Consortium (UCIEP) and EnglishUSA.
Job Summary
Adjunct instructors are needed to join our Intensive English program teaching 6-13.5 hours per week for 10 weeks. Academic courses for nonnative speakers of English include but are not limited to: writing/grammar, listening/speaking, reading/vocabulary, content-based English, introduction to university culture, and test preparation.
Essential Functions
- Reviewing the course syllabus and updating with section information according to ELC/University course guidelines;
- Teaching the course as scheduled;
- Scheduling and holding at least one office hour per week;
- Being available to students and responding to students’ email inquiries within 24 hours;
- Maintaining accurate documentation of course records to justify the grades submitted;
- Submitting student grades in accordance with ELC and University policy;
- Attending course planning meetings, program welcome events, and final events;
- Participating in testing activities related to course assessments;
- Accepting observers into your classroom as scheduled;
- Providing students with midterm and final progress reports;
- Completing and returning student assessments in a timely manner;
- Attending ELC Faulty/Staff meetings and additional program events (Optional).
- Any other duties directly related to the course as assigned by the department head;
Required Qualifications
- Minimum of a Bachelors Degree
- Ability to teach academic preparation courses.
- Ability to work independently after orientation in a fast-paced academic environment (10-week terms).
- A superior level of English proficiency (for language proficiency criteria go to http://www.sil.org/lingualinks/languagelearning/otherresources/actflproficiencyguidelines/contents.htm
- Ability to learn and use classroom technology, including learning management systems.
- Experience living and/or working abroad (preferred)
Location
University City - Philadelphia, PA
Special Instructions
Please make sure you upload your CV/resume and cover letter when submitting your application.
Review of applicants will begin once a suitable candidate pool is identified.
