Sr Learning Specialist - MassLINKS Part-Time ESOL Instructor (Pool)

Job Description:

This particular job posting is a "Pool" position. There may or may not be available openings at this time however, when an opening does occur, the hiring manager will draw from the pool of applicants we have on file on an as needed basis. Applicants for positions will not be notified of their status unless they are contacted to come in for an interview, which might occur soon after applying or as much as a year later.

General Statement of Duties:

The MassLINKS Part-Time ESOL Instructor participates in and contributes to the design of and delivers instruction for the MassLINKS Adult Education Online Academy at MWCC- an exciting partnership between the Adult and Community Learning Services (ACLS) unit of the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) and Mount Wachusett Community College (MWCC). The MassLINKS Part-Time ESOL Instructor possesses a deep understanding of current theories and principles of second language acquisition and the ability to apply this knowledge to promote English language development, academic preparation for postsecondary enrollment, and enhanced employability for second language learners enrolled in the MassLINKS Adult Education Online Academcy at MWCC. The MassLINKS Part-Time ESOL Instructor provides rigorous, remote synchronous and asynchronous, standards based instruction aligned to the Massachusetts English Language Proficiency Standards for Adult Education. The MassLINKS Part-Time ESOL Instructor implements evidence-based instructional strategies and aligns professional practice to the Massachusetts Professional Standards for Teachers of Adult Speakers of Other Languages. The MassLINKS Part-Time ESOL Instructor delivers high quality instruction that supports the acquisition of foundational English language skills, academic skills to support post-secondary enrollment, digital literacy skills, and workplace readiness skills to enhance employability. The MassLINKS Part-Time ESOL Instructor works cooperatively with program staff and administration to ensure the social and emotional well-being of students and the development of critical personal, career, and academic skills. As such, the MassLINKS Part-Time ESOL Instructor participates in MassLINKS Student Success Team Meetings, reviews diagnostic assessment results to inform instructional planning, and delivers formative and summative assessments to measure student learning and academic progress. The MassLINKS Part-Time ESOL Instructor implements research-based instructional practices designed to accelerate learning and progress students along a relevant career pathway toward postsecondary enrollment and/or employment. The MassLINKS Part-Time ESOL Instructor collaborates with personnel at MWCC and community colleges statewide, the MassHire North Central Career Center and Career Centers statewide, and regional and statewide partner agencies to ensure students are connected to all supports needed to enhance their success and prepare them for transition to post-secondary enrollment and/or workplace success.

Responsibilities:

• Provide rigorous remote academic instruction in the arts, social justice, and the human experience;
• Implement evidence-based instructional practices as part of course design and delivery;
• Conduct diagnostic, formative, and summative assessments to inform instructional design and delivery and to measure student learning;
• Maintain appropriate student data including proof of academic progress and samples of completed work and utilize that data to increase access to curriculum and design individualized learning opportunities for students as necessary;
• Participate in student progress team meetings with colleagues (administration, MassLINKS advisors, other instructors, etc.);
• Arrive at least ten minutes prior to the beginning of class and stay until completing scheduled learning activities;
• Work cooperatively with Advisors to assist each enrolled student in the development of a comprehensive education and career plan that includes a review of local labor market data and education and training opportunities in the priority industries within their region;
• Deliver instruction aligned to the units of the Academic Advising Curriculum supporting career and academic planning and development;
• Contextualize instruction to include industry specific content;
• Increase knowledge and awareness of postsecondary education and employment opportunities within the priority industries of Massachusetts as identified by the Workforce Skills Cabinet Regional Blueprints;
• Attend all supervisor and program wide meetings as scheduled by the President's Designee, or funder;
• Participate in regularly scheduled curriculum development and program improvement activities as assigned by the President's designee;
• Engage in common planning time with peers offering the opportunity for collegial exchanges of ideas and the development of creative and engaging lessons;
• Work in collaboration with program on developing and/or implementing multi-year strategic plan aligned to WIOA, State, Local, and Institutional priorities;
• Effectively utilize technology to enhance student learning and increase student progress. The MassLINKS Part-Time ESOL Instructor will utilize the entirety of the Google Workspace for Education suite of applications to deliver content and assignments to students;
• The MassLINKS Part-Time ESOL Instructor will provide timely and authentic feedback to students using a variety of means including but not limited to individual meetings, emails, chat, and the learning management system used by the program (GoogleClassroom);
• The MassLINKS Part-Time ESOL Instructor will conduct remote synchronous classroom sessions utilizing the zoom video conferencing platform;
• The MassLINKS Part-Time ESOL Instructor must use the following educational technology as needed to enhance student learning: Google Workspace for Education Applications (Docs, Sheets, Chat, Slides, Forms, etc.), and IXL. Not an exhaustive list, technology is continually vetted by the program for inclusion in its carefully crafted digital ecosystem;
• Access and utilize electronic assessment results to inform instruction;
• Participate in all phases of the educator effectiveness evaluation process including but not limited to: (1) Self-Assessment (2) Professional Development Planning (3) Classroom Implementation of Learned Strategies (4) Ongoing observation and performance monitoring (5) Reflection;
• Collaborate with program administration to develop and implement an annual professional development plan approved by the Director of MassLINKS ESOL Services and Special Programs. and/or his or her designee that is;
• Participate in classroom observations as determined by administration;
• The MassLINKS Part-Time ESOL Instructor will have their online learning environment reviewed throughout the academic year to ensure effective usage, and engaging activities assigned through the learning platform;
• Participate in an annual instructor effectiveness evaluation conducted by the program director designed to identify areas of professional strength and challenge in the employees professional practice;
• Participate in the annual performance review process with their direct supervisor and/or designee including any or all of the following: (1) short mini-observations by the Director of MassLINKS ESOL Services and Special Programs and/or designee (2) Formal classroom observations conducted by the Director and/or designee (3) Formal review process as dictated by the Office of Human Resources and the MCCC contract;
• Other Duties as assigned.

Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Critical Thinking or closely related field;
• Three (3) years experience and/or training that includes program coordination, teaching, critical thinking instruction, curriculum development, and computer operations in a community college environment; or
• An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience teaching in the Public Adult Education System;
• Former or current K-12 Certification;
• Experience delivering remote programming;
• Experience using the Google Workspace for Education suite of applications or similar collaborative online tools.

Equivalency Statement
Applicants who do not meet the qualifications as stated above are encouraged to put in writing precisely how their background and experience have prepared them with the equivalent combination of education, training and experience required for the responsibilities of this position.

Additional Information:

Campus Title: MassLINKS Part-Time ESOL Instructor
Salary: $32.64--$ 42.84 Based on Interval
Employee Status: Part Time - Grant Funded
Benefits: No
Hours per Week: Not to exceed 18 hrs weekly
Number of Weeks: Based on Needs

Mount Wachusett Community College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, disability, religion, age, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy or related conditions, gender identity, sex characteristics, sex stereotypes or sexual orientation in its programs and activities as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statutes and college policies. The College prohibits Sex-Based Harassment. Inquiries or complaints concerning discrimination, harassment, or retaliation shall be referred to the College's Affirmative Action Officer and/or Title IX Coordinator, the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination, the Equal Employment Opportunities Commission or the United States Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights.

Application Instructions:

This particular job posting is a "Pool" position. There may or may not be available openings at this time however, when an opening does occur, the hiring manager will draw from the pool of applicants we have on file on an as needed basis. Applicants for positions will not be notified of their status unless they are contacted to come in for an interview, which might occur soon after applying or as much as a year later.

Candidates for employment should be aware that although the COVID 19 Vaccination Requirement Policy is no longer in effect, all Community College students, faculty and staff are strongly encouraged to be up to date with vaccination against COVID-19. For additional information related to the status of the COVID19 Vaccination Requirement Policy, please visit: https://mwcc.edu/covid/

The following documents are required:
1. Resume
2. Cover Letter

Position is open until filled

Candidates may be subject to employment screening to include both a Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) request and a Sexual Offender Registry Information (SORI).