FACULTY - ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE - TENURE TRACK

R-00801
San Diego County - Grossmont College

Transforming lives through learning isn't just the vision of the Grossmont-Cuyamaca Community College District. It happens every day with our 30,000 students who take the first step in their higher education, become trained for a new career, or learn knowledge that transforms their world perspective.

The Grossmont-Cuyamaca Community College District honors a diverse academic community and fosters equity mindedness across our institutions. As such, the District is committed to eliminating achievement gaps among different student groups by promoting a culture of appreciation for diversity, equity, inclusivity, and social justice, and continuously examining our processes and practices through an equity lens.

The District provides an excellent health and welfare benefits package to its employees. We take care of our employees and have continued to offer medical, dental and vision coverage to eligible employees and their dependents at no charge for any of the plans we offer.

Become a part of this dedicated team in beautiful San Diego County!

Your application must be completed in one sitting. The system will not save an incomplete or unsubmitted application. Please be attentive when applying as many of our positions require multiple attachments. Please review the special instructions to applicants on the job announcement for requirements. For the most seamless process, we strongly encourage you to prepare the required materials before beginning your application.

Job Summary
Application Deadline: Monday, June 24, 2019 at 11:59 p.m.

Department: ESL

Months worked out of the year: 10 months

FTE: 1.00

Starting Salary Range:
$56,229 (Class I, Step 6) - $85,393 (VII, Step 10) Annually
Based on education and experience.

Anticipated Start Date: August 12, 2019
Job Description
WHO WE'RE SEEKING

Grossmont College seeks academic professionals who are dedicated to equitable and superior student success outcomes for all students. We are looking for candidates who will demonstrate a history and willingness to continue to learn about varied, relevant teaching and learning practices, assessment strategies, and educationally sound supports that will sustain a diverse and changing student body and college service area.

We seek colleagues who create positive, engaging learning and development environments in class and throughout the college that challenge and support students to aspire to, and achieve, their full potential.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Under an assigned supervisor, regular/contract instructors participate in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of educational programs, courses and other experiences that will directly result in the educational growth of the students and support advancement of the visions, missions and values of the college and district. This position may include a combination of day and evening teaching assignments and is being offered by a college strongly committed to serving a diverse student population. Instructors will be expected to perform other duties consistent with their faculty job description as stated in the faculty contract. Full-Time Instructor: https://www.gcccd.edu/formsdepot-grossmont/documents/evaluation-forms/FT.Job.Description.doc

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: APPLICANTS MUST MEET ONE OF THE FOLLOWING CRITERIA:

• Master's in TESL, TESOL, applied linguistics with a TESL emphasis, linguistics with a TESL emphasis, English with a TESL emphasis, or education with a TESL emphasis; OR
• Bachelor's in TESL, TESOL, English with a TESL certificate, linguistics with a TESL certificate, applied linguistics with a TESL certificate, or any foreign language with a TESL certificate AND Master's in linguistics, applied linguistics, English, composition, bilingual/bicultural studies, reading, speech, or any foreign language; OR
• A combination of education and experience that is at least the equivalent. If you are applying based on "the equivalent," you must complete a Full-Time Academic Equivalency Form available at http://www.gcccd.edu/human-resources/equivalency-instructions.html. Please review the Equivalency Criteria listed under the Special Instructions to Applicants before completing an Equivalency Form.
• Applicants who do not meet the minimum qualifications of the position MUST submit an Equivalency Form as part of the application process. Click here for EQUIVALENCY INSTRUCTIONS.
  

NECESSARY QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants must demonstrate:

• Academic preparation for, and successful experience in, teaching beginning, intermediate, and advanced ESL, including academic reading, writing, grammar, listening, and speaking, which could include integrated skills classes, at an accredited post-secondary institution within the previous five years.
• Experience using effective pedagogical approaches with community college students of diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, linguistic, and ethnic backgrounds.
• Ability to use various methods to evaluate and assess student writing, reading, listening, speaking, and cultural skills effectively and to analyze assessment results to inform course improvement.
• Knowledge and experience with materials and assessment development.
• Experience with innovative approaches such as genre-based approach, project-based learning, team-based learning, TPRS, integrated-skill thematic modules, or community service learning.
• Knowledge of, and skills in, use of computer technology and Technology-Enhanced Language Learning (TELL), including learning management systems such as Canvas.
• Evidence of a strong commitment to remain current in ESL through professional growth and service opportunities such as workshop presentations, recent workshop and conference attendance, collaborative teaching endeavors, classroom-based research, and organizational membership and involvement.
• Possession of excellent fluency and accuracy in spoken and written English.
  

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants will also be evaluated for qualifications in the following:

• Demonstrated leadership skills through experience in ESL program design and coordination, coordination with non-credit ESL, supervisory work, project coordination, level leadership, or ESL teacher training and evaluation.
• Advocacy for ESL students and program needs on the campus and in the community, which could include serving on committees and task forces and making presentations.
• Knowledge and experience regarding ESL placement testing and new student orientation.
• Learning and/or living experience in a culture other than one's own.
  

Additional Information
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANTS:

Application must be completed in one sitting. Incomplete or unsubmitted applications cannot be saved.

Applicants may find it helpful to refer back to the job posting, specifically the special instructions, while applying. Consider saving the job description or opening a new browser window.
Be sure you have the following materials prepared and ready to attach BEFORE beginning your application.

*NOTE* application materials with pictures or personal information will render your application incomplete.
Position specific required documents:

• Complete and current resume/C.V. (List ESL/EFL Post-Secondary courses you have taught. Include the language skills taught, proficiency level, student population and if the classes were credit or non-credit.
• 1-2 page cover letter addressing how you meet the Necessary Qualifications for this position. Include an additional page that addresses the following four (4) questions. Limit your response to a maximum of 150 words per question.

1) Describe any experience you have coordinating ESL/EFL Programs.
2) Describe your experience in curriculum design and/or materials development for individual classes and/or programs you have worked in. Be sure to include materials or curriculum developed using a genre-based approach and/or for thematic inte
grated-skills modules.
3) The population at Grossmont College is diverse with regard to ethnicity, age, gender, disabilities, and socioeconomic backgrounds. Tell us about your experience working with people of diverse populations. How do you balance equity and excellence
and promote student success in the classroom for refugee students, immigrants and other ESL learners?
4) Describe your experience regarding ESL program placement testing and new student orientation.

*Note* the cover letter is also used while screening your application materials to gain information about your qualifications.

• Official or unofficial transcripts

*Note* please upload .doc or PDF files. If you are working on Google Docs or Mac files please be sure to save under .doc or PDF for file to upload correctly.

If you have a degree from a college or university outside of the UNITED STATES, you must have your coursework evaluated by a professional association. Click here for Foreign Degree Translation information.
Official transcripts will be required if you are offered employment.

Candidates invited for interview who live greater than 75 miles (one-way) from the interview site will be reimbursed up to $250 for travel expenses.




Under Federal Law, employers are required to verify that all new employees are eligible for employment in the United States. Prior to appointment to a position, you must present acceptable proof of your identity and authorization to work in the United States.

GCCCD is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Title IX employer.

Applicants who are protected under the Americans with Disabilities Act and who require accommodations for completing the application process or interviewing should notify the Human Resources Department by calling (619) 644-7679.

Offers of employment are contingent upon successful fingerprint clearance. A processing fee plus Live Scan fee will be required.


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The Grossmont-Cuyamaca Community College District, a two-college district in eastern San Diego County, has been providing a high-quality education to the region since Grossmont College opened its doors in 1961 and Cuyamaca College began operating in 1978. The district is tied closely to the suburban and rural communities that it serves, providing a $1 billion economic impact to the region through its payroll, purchasing, and spending by students and alumni.

The district has a strong commitment to diversity and equity with a student population representing a broad variety of backgrounds, ethnicities, socioeconomic levels, cultures and abilities. The district strives to provide an educational environment that fosters cultural awareness, mutual understanding, and respect that ultimately also benefits the global community.

The colleges offer more than 150 degrees and certificates in a wide range of programs. Both colleges have signature programs that have become well-renowned. Grossmont College is recognized for its top-notch Administration of Justice, Culinary Arts, Nursing and Allied Health and Theatre Arts programs, while Cuyamaca is known for its Automotive Technology, Ornamental Horticulture, Environmental Health and Safety and Water/Wastewater Technology programs.





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