Lecturer - Military Veterans

The Minnesota English Language Program (MELP) in the College of Continuing and Professional Studies (CCAPS) at the University of Minnesota is seeking to create a pool of qualified instructors for part-time, adjunct Lecturer positions for various terms throughout the academic year. Adjunct instructors will be hired on a per term basis based on program needs. These are temporary, non-tenured positions paid on a per course basis.

Adjunct Lecturers will be responsible for teaching courses in the Intensive English Program, Academic English Program, or a Short-Term Program. Position duties include planning and teaching one or more ESL courses; attending staff meetings and orientation; collaborating with other teachers in the program on curriculum development; and student assessment and other program duties as assigned.

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The search committee will review applications as program needs arise throughout the year. Candidates will only be contacted when there is a course available.

REQUIRED:

1. Demonstrative skill & commitment to DEI
2. MA in TESOL or a closely related field in hand by time of appointment
3. At least one semester of ESL teaching at the college or university level
4. Evidence of an excellent teaching record
5. Superior communication skills in English

PREFERRED:

1. Significant experience teaching ESL at the college or university level
2. Successful completion of an ESL practicum course (with documentation)
3. Experience mentoring new ESL teachers in one's own classroom
4. Experience teaching diverse groups of students in a variety of settings
5. Experience integrating technology into language teaching
6. Strong interpersonal skills
7. The ability to work well on a team
8. Experience and interest in curriculum development
9. Evidence of continuing professional activity

Are you excited about this job and meet the required qualifications, but your past experience does not align perfectly with every preferred qualification? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. If this is you, we strongly encourage you to apply because you just may be the right candidate for this role.