Want Oberlin-UNITAR ESOL Lecturers (Applicant Pool) in Oberlin, OH
Job title: Oberlin-UNITAR ESOL Lecturers (Applicant Pool)
Company: Oberlin College & Conservatory
Job description: Announcement Information
Job Summary
Oberlin College invites applications for English for Speakers of Other Languages Program lecturer positions for the newly established Oberlin-UNITAR collaboration. This is a POOL posting accepting applications on a rolling basis for positions that may open during the 2023-2024 academic year pending program launch. Lecturers may be hired to teach a variety of in-person or remote ESOL courses, reporting to the Director of the Oberlin-UNITAR Programs.
Oberlin-UNITAR ESOL Summer Immersion Program
Oberlin College and Conservatory is one of the most distinguished of America's liberal arts colleges and conservatories of music. Oberlin is deeply committed to academic and artistic excellence, with a mission of human development, social justice, and environmental sustainability. Founded in 1833, Oberlin has always aspired to change the world for the better.
In partnership with the United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR), the Oberlin-UNITAR ESOL Program was conceived for students to build academic English proficiency as they prepare for higher education opportunities in the United States. While each program will be tailored to address specific learning goals identified through UNITAR partnerships, students in all English language courses will strengthen their comprehension and skills in reading, vocabulary, writing, grammar, speaking, and listening.
Each program will augment effective language pedagogy with peer mentoring, tutoring, guest lectures, and/or one-on-one language practice.
Responsibilities
Teach English to speakers of other languages in virtual or in-person formats as directed
Essential Job Functions
Responsibilities: * Create and maintain engaging learning environments - Teach reading and vocabulary, listening and speaking, grammar and writing through an integrative curriculum
- Design and conduct lessons based on communicative, task-based TESOL language pedagogy
- Assess, document, and provide daily feedback on students' progress toward learning objectives
- Differentiate instruction to provide effective learning opportunities that address individual needs and provide targeted intervention when necessary
- Hold office hours each week outside of regularly scheduled class times
- Attend a curriculum orientation for lesson development and ongoing weekly team meetings
- Meet and collaborate with teaching assistants to support and enhance classroom instruction
Marginal Job Functions
Other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications - M.A. or M.Ed. in TESOL, TEFL, TESL, or related fields
A bachelor's degree with TESOL certification or endorsement will be considered. * Two or more years of experience teaching English Language Learners, preferably in a higher education setting - Demonstrated excellence in teaching across a range of language proficiency levels in all language skills (reading, writing, listening, speaking, grammar, vocabulary, culture)
- Experience working collaboratively and effectively with students, faculty, administrators, support staff, and outside entities both domestically and internationally
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Familiarity and skill with educational technology, including learning management software such as Blackboard
Desired Qualifications
International experience and experience learning an additional language is preferred
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Compensation
The salary range for this position is commensurate with professional teaching experience and duration of teaching assignments in this program.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Complete the online application and include a current resume or Curriculum Vitae, teaching philosophy, and evidence of successful teaching experience (e.g., course evaluations or observation reports). You will be asked to provide names and contact information for at least two professional references. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis and will continue until the positions are filled.
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Location: Oberlin, OH
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