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P/T Intensive English Course Facilitator-Workforce & Economic Development

Inside Higher Ed, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298

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About Bunker Hill Community College With more than 50 years of academic excellence, Bunker Hill Community College (BHCC) is one of Massachusetts' largest community colleges, serving approximately 16,000 students annually. With campuses in Charlestown and Chelsea, BHCC offers a broad range of educational opportunities throughout Greater Boston. BHCC fosters a welcoming and supportive learning environment for students by offering associate degrees and certificates, early college and dual enrollment, community education, corporate training, and industry‑specific programs.

Position Summary Workforce & Economic Development is looking for a Part‑Time Intensive English Course Facilitator to perform the following tasks:

Responsibilities

Teach course according to a fixed in‑person schedule (Tuesday through Friday, 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM) and under the terms outlined in contract.

Prepare lessons by identifying, developing, and implementing materials that integrate listening, speaking, reading, and writing elements, and align with prescribed texts.

Translate course objectives, student learning outcomes, and course materials into learning activities that are appropriate for Intensive English students and engage students to promote learning.

Commit to updating and modifying materials and lessons regularly to maintain relevance and efficacy, and work with other instructors to share and develop resources.

Perform administrative tasks such as taking attendance, administering and grading assessments, communicating regularly with students about their progress, and monitoring student progress in the online Learning Management System (LMS).

Help students identify and set personal goals, and work with students to ensure that they are making sufficient progress toward achieving those goals.

Guide students in the acquisition of English and help students to understand the target culture, while affirming learners' own cultural and linguistic backgrounds.

Be available for meetings with students during office hours or by appointment, or over the phone or email.

Implement research findings and educational best practices in the classroom.

Attend an instructor orientation, meet with the program Director throughout contracted term, and attend professional development and training opportunities.

Skills, Competencies, and Experience

Native or near‑native English proficiency levels.

In‑depth study/extensive experience with a non‑native language.

Cultural competence and sensitivity.

Experience working with and teaching adult learners and diverse populations.

Ability to adapt teaching styles and materials to meet individual needs of students.

Experience in using technology in the classroom.

Experience in instructional design.

Excellent organizational skills.

Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Possession of a teaching license (a plus).

Requirements

Availability to teach in‑person on the Charlestown campus on a fixed schedule: Tuesday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM.

Master's in TESOL, English, Education, or Applied Linguistics; OR

A master's degree in a related field with specific coursework or training in TESOL/TESL/TEFL methodology and theory.

Commitment to teaching at least two consecutive 7‑week terms with one week break in between each session (preferred).

Compensation Instructors will earn $48 per instructional hour at 140 hours per seven‑week term. This is a part‑time, non‑benefited position.

Application Instructions

Upload Resume.

Upload Cover Letter – please be sure to address the required qualifications in your documents.

Applicants who do not meet the qualifications are encouraged to submit a written statement describing how their background and experience has prepared them for this position.

Please note that as a condition of employment, the final candidate will undergo Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) and Sex Offender Registry Information (SORI) background screenings in accordance with state regulations. The results of these screenings may impact the hiring decision.

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