Instructor, ESL/ELL (Part-Time) Bilingual Spanish/English Required

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Instructor, ESL/ELL (Part-Time) Bilingual Spanish/English Required

Salary

$31.17 - $37.30 Hourly

Location

Multi-Campus, WI

Job Type

Part-Time

Job Number

2023-04408

Division

Employer & Educational Community Services

Opening Date

10/06/2023

Closing Date

Continuous

Application Requirements

Candidates (both internal and external) must complete the employment application in its entirety for further consideration. Typing "See Resume" in lieu of application completion is not acceptable. Please submit copies of transcripts for all degrees obtained to be considered (unofficial transcripts are acceptable).

Description

Milwaukee Area Technical College (MATC) is Wisconsin's largest and most diverse technical college, offering 170+ high-quality programs that connect students to a career in as little as one to two years.  The college also offers a less expensive path to a four-year degree.  MATC is transforming lives, industry and our community by preparing students today for the careers of tomorrow. MATC's diverse team members - 42% of whom are employees of color--work with a purpose to serve the students who make us one of the most diverse two-year institutions in the Midwest.   Together, we are meeting the needs of the community we shared and committed to eliminating equity gaps in higher education for both students and employees.  We are seeking passionate individuals to join our team who shares the same passion in serving this purpose.  Learn more about MATC at www.matc.edu. 

This position requires applicants to be Bilingual in English and Spanish. Please only apply if you are fully bilingual (able to read, write, and speak) in both languages.

Under the supervision of the Dean of the Community Education Division or designee, to teach English as a Second Language (ESL) in the classroom and in a workshop to a diverse learning population that includes immigrants and refugees; and to assist with ESL learners' acculturation and integration into the community.

Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities

  • Prepare for and deliver instruction and perform teaching-related activities.
  • Manage the classroom/laboratory.
  • Develop curriculum and monitor and revise as appropriate to maintain course effectiveness; assist in program evaluation.
  • Manage equipment, supplies and materials.
  • Assess student performance and advise students on academic issues.
  • Collaborate with advisory committee in program area.
  • Attend departmental and institutional meetings.
  • Promote the education/training program, participate in efforts to recruit and retain students, and participate in efforts to market MATC.
  • Support student organizations and activities.
  • Develop relationships with business and industry.
  • Complete program evaluation and follow-up.
  • Maintain certification, continue professional development and stay current in field.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Only those who meet all of the base minimum requirements listed below will be considered. 
Minimum Education Requirements:
Must have a bachelor’s degree or higher* with at least 15 coursework credits(graduate or undergraduate level) in the areas listed below:

  • English as a Second Language (ESL)
  • Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)
  • Teaching English as a Second Language (TESL)
  • Teaching English as Foreign Language (TEFL)
  • Linguistics
  • Applied Linguistics
  • English Language (including semantics, syntax, phonology, etc.)
  • English Language Teaching
  • English Language Learning and Teaching
  • Adult ESL Education
  • Curriculum and Instruction in ESL
  • Foreign Language Instruction
  • Second Language Acquisition Instruction
{Per Higher Learning Commission Determining Qualified Faculty Assumed Practice B.2.}

*Masters degree or higher with at least 15 coursework credits (graduate or undergraduate level) in the areas listed above is highly preferred

Minimum Occupational Experience Requirements:

  • Must have a minimum of one (1) year of full-time or two (2) years of part-time experience as an English as a Second Language/English Language Leaning (ESL/ELL) instructor.
  • Fluent in in English AND Spanish
Minimum Language Requirement: 
  • Must be able to read, write, and speak)in both Spanish and English languages.

Must embrace and demonstrate Standards of Teaching Excellence and the MATC Career Essentials in development and delivery of instruction. 

Standards of Teaching Excellence:
Understanding Students and Fostering Student Success
Classroom Management
Planning/Organization
Content Mastery and Currency
Teaching Methodology
Assessment of Student Learning
Professional Contributions

Essential Technology:
Email - Experience with an Email system (Gmail, Outlook)
Telephone - Experience with a voice mail system
Computer - Experience with Microsoft Office Suite/Google

Essential Supportive Technology:
Experience with or willingness to learn the following supportive technologies:
Online Information Management Systems - e,g, Self-Service or other online information management systems used for student advising, student programs, grading, class schedules and rosters
Blackboard Ultra- Experience with Blackboard Ultra or other web-based course - management systems
Technology-based Instruction - Experience with technology-based instructional delivery systems including SMART symposium, interactive touch screen monitors, LCD projectors, DVD players and/or other classroom technology
Emerging Technologies - Experience with emerging technologies (eg. social networking applications)Emerging Technologies - Experience with emerging technologies (eg. social networking applications)

Supplemental Information

Start Date:  This position supports the Community Education Division and is available to start immediately.

Hours/Location:  This position is up to a .5 FTE; the number of hours worked per week will vary based on course load and departmental need.

Multiple vacancies across most campuses as well as in local City of Milwaukee area community based organizations.
Modality:  IN PERSON

Salary:  Salary is listed to the midpoint of the salary range and is based on the 2023/2024 rates and are determined by years of experience credit and internal salary equity.

Interviews:  
Selected qualified candidates will be invited to virtually interview for this position.

Applications:  Candidates (both internal and external) must complete the employment application in its entirety for further consideration. Salary determination will be based on years of credited experience that is listed 
on the job application only so please include complete work history. In addition, please submit a current resume at time of application. 

EEO/AA
Milwaukee Area Technical College will not discriminate against any employee, applicant for employment, student, or applicant for admission on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, creed, religion, political affiliation, marital status, parental status, pregnancy, disability, age, membership in any reserve component of the armed forces, union affiliation, arrest and conviction record, or any other protected category under applicable local, state or federal law.  

Milwaukee Area Technical College is an Equal Opportunity/Access Educator/Employer operating under an Affirmative Action Plan. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and need special accommodation for the application process, please contact our office at 414-297-6529 (Wisconsin Relay System: 711)  or email jobs@matc.edu. Women, veterans, and minorities are encouraged to apply.   

Employee Benefits at a Glance -  PART-TIME FACULTY/EDUCATIONAL SUPPORT- Part-time employees pay a higher percentage of the premium than full-time employees. 

HEALTH INSURANCE: MATC offers a choice between two medical insurance plans. See below for plan types:
    1- UMR High Level PPO
    2- UMR Low Level PPO

Note: All medical plans include Prescription Drug benefits at no additional costs to employees.

DENTAL INSURANCE:  MATC offers a traditional group dental plan through Delta Dental.

Annual maximum per covered person is $2,500; plan covers preventive, routine, restoration, and orthodontics for dependents up to age 19.

GROUP TERM LIFE INSURANCE: MATC offers group life insurance benefits through Symetra Provident Insurance with active assignment and is fully paid for by the College.  The amount of insurance is $15,000.  The benefit is doubled in the event of accidental death. 

RETIREMENT BENEFITS: If you are employed for greater than 12 months and meet the minimum hours requirement for participation in the WRS pension system, you will be notified of your eligibility. The College currently pays the full cost of the employer contribution (6.8%), and the employee pays the full part of the employee contribution of 6.8% of salary.  There is a five year vesting period requirement in order to qualify for any employer contributions made on the employee's behalf.

FLEXIBLE SPENDING PLANS: MATC offers eligible employees the opportunity to participate in both Health Care and Dependent Care flexible spending accounts administered through UMR.

SICK LEAVE BENEFITS: Sick leave is earned based on one times the weekly workload per semester.  The maximum hours accumulation is 640 hours. 

VACATION BENEFITS: Vacation is earned based on the length of service and hours worked each pay period.  (Not available for Instructors)

PAID HOLIDAYS: MATC offers paid/flex holidays based on position.

MATC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Institution and complies with all requirements of the Americans With Disabilities Act.

01
Are you fluent in English and Spanish (able to speak, read and write)? This skill be tested.
  • Yes
  • No
02
Do you have a bachelor's degree or higher with at least 15 credits (graduate or undergraduate level) or more in ESL, TESL, TESOL, TEFL, Linguistics or any of the other area listed in posting? NOTE: Foreign language coursework ONLY counts towards these 15 credits if it is 'Foreign Language INSTRUCTION or Second Language Acquisition INSTRUCTION. If yes, please ensure your transcripts are attached and reflect these credits for validation purposes. If no, type n/a.
03
Please list your degree(s) and conferred field(s)?
04
Do you have at least ONE year of full-time or TWO years of part-time experience teaching English as a Second Language (ESL) or English Language Learning (ELL) classes? Must be comfortable teaching adult learners, immigrants, diverse populations, and people of a variety of backgrounds, including those with no formal education. Make sure your application reflects this experience in order to validate your answer.
05
Do you have experience working with diverse populations? (Examples: AmeriCorps, Military Experience, the Peace Corps, Public Allies, Vista Volunteers of American etc.)?
  • Yes
  • No
06
(INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY) Please specifically describe how your previous or current duties/experience relates to this position. (External candidates type N/A)
07
This is a part-time position based out of our Walker's Square location primarily evenings and some Saturdays. Please list below the hours and locations you are available to work.

Required Question

Agency
Milwaukee Area Technical College
Address
700 W. State

Milwaukee, Wisconsin, 53203
Phone
414-297-8960