Instructor in International Programs (Washington State University Pullman, Office of International Programs (IP)-Intensive American Language Center (IALC) )

Instructor Position Information Employee Type Faculty Title Working Title Instructor Position Number 118096 College/Area International Programs Hiring Unit International Programs Department Link International Programs Work Location Pullman Zip Code 99164 Summary of Duties The Office of International Programs (IP)-Intensive American Language Center (IALC) faculty teach Academic English, undergraduate and graduate pathways at INTO WSU, a dynamic joint venture that works to bring international students in to Washington State University and support their success. Our faculty are front and center in supporting international students’ development of English language to help them meet their academic, personal and professional goals in a rigorous university environment. IP-IALC has been widely recognized as a top provider of English for Academic Purposes in the United States. Office of International Programs (IP)-Intensive American Language Center (IALC) is currently hiring multiple full time and part time faculty members for this program. Additional Information Instructors provide high quality English as a second language (ESL) instruction based on learning outcomes. Instructors are responsible for teaching high quality ESL classes at a variety of levels for undergraduates and graduates in the AE program and in pathways, preparing authentic student assessment, providing ongoing feedback to students and for all other matters related to teaching. Instructors also participate in the development, evaluation and refinement of the curriculum and they collaborate with colleagues to develop, evaluate and refine theme-based course materials. They also participate in the ongoing program accreditation process. Office of International Programs (IP)-Intensive American Language Center (IALC) is currently hiring multiple full time and part time faculty members for this program. Instructors are required to attend all designated meetings and functions, hold office hours based on credit load, substitute teach when needed, and meet annual program professional development requirements. They are expected to uphold policies and procedures of the University and to interact with other faculty members in the spirit of cooperation and professionalism. University Overview Founded as the people’s university in 1890, Washington State University fulfills that commitment by transforming lives through education, research, and community outreach. In 2015, the University celebrated 125 years of delivering life-changing knowledge and discoveries to citizens across the state, region, nation, and around the world. The state’s only land-grant institution and one of two public research universities, WSU provides a world-class education to nearly 30,000 students through its multi-campus, statewide locations and online. The University strives to ensure that higher education is accessible at an affordable cost—a decades-long WSU commitment to the state’s citizens. The University offers more than 200 undergraduate fields of study and 127 graduate and professional degree programs. Many academic programs win recognition nationally for excellence. WSU is one of just 108 public and private universities in the United States—out of more than 4,500—singled out for its “very high research activity” by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching. The University’s research agenda is focused on addressing challenges in health, sustainability, smart systems, national security, and opportunity and equity. WSU is a major driver of Washington’s economy, partnering with many of the state’s leading industries, including agribusiness, aerospace, health care, software, and construction. The University is responsible for nearly 20,600 jobs statewide and generates an overall economic impact of more than $3.3 billion annually. The institution’s operating budget expenditures total nearly $2 billion annually. The City Pullman is a dynamic center of higher education, research, and culture located in a region called the Palouse. The region is home to two land grant universities, Washington State University and the University of Idaho located just eight miles to the east in Moscow, Idaho. Washington’s second-largest city, Spokane, is located 75 miles north of Pullman. Demographics Daily designated Pullman a “dreamtown,” reflecting the city’s exceptionally high quality of life. Bloomberg Businessweek named Pullman the “Best Places to Raise Your Kids” in Washington. The city also boasts one of the highest percentages of graduate degrees among U.S. micropolitan areas, and its public school system has been ranked among the top 100 in the country. Excellent outdoor recreation opportunities—including golfing, skiing, hiking, and boating—are just a short drive away. To learn more about the Pullman community, visit pullmanchamber.com Benefits Package View the Benefits overview for information regarding competitive benefits available. Anticipated Start Date 08/16/2019 Tenure Track No Full-Time/Part-Time Part Time Appointment Status Temporary Position Term in Months 9 Monthly Salary Commensurate with qualifications and experience Required Qualifications Master’s degree in Teaching English as a Second Language, or equivalent education/language teaching experience. [Equivalent degrees: MA or Ph.D. in Applied Linguistics, MAT in ESL, EFL, or ELL, Ph.D. in TESL, M.Ed. showing significant coursework in the areas of Applied Linguistics and ESL pedagogy] Experience working in an environment where strong organizational and time management skills were necessary. Computer proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, especially Word. Experience working within a frequently changing environment. Previous English as a Second Language teaching experience or equivalent. Preferred Qualifications Experience working in multinational, multicultural and/or multilingual environment. Speaks or has taken classes in a foreign language. Experience studying or teaching abroad. Experience in developing teaching materials. Experience in a content/theme-based intensive English program. Background Check Yes Posting Detail Information Type of Recruitment Open Recruitment Posting Open Date 05/30/2019 Screening Begin Date Posting Close Date 06/30/2019 Open Until Filled (overrides close field) No Special Instructions to Applicants Office of International Programs (IP)-Intensive American Language Center (IALC) is currently hiring multiple full time and part time faculty members for this program. Applicants are required to submit an electronic application including: 1) Curriculum Vitae or Resume (please upload either document in the required “Curriculum Vitae” section of the on-line application 2) Cover Letter stating the position sought, and 3) contact information for three (3) professional references. EEO Statement WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EDUCATOR AND EMPLOYER. Members of ethnic minorities, women, special disabled veterans, veterans of the Vietnam-era, recently separated veterans, and other protected veterans, persons of disability and/or persons age 40 and over are encouraged to apply. WSU is committed to excellence through diversity and faculty-friendly policy action, including partner accommodation and NSF ADVANCE Institutional Transformation programs (http://www.advance.wsu.edu/). WSU employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. WSU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resource Services: 509-335-4521(v), Washington State TDD Relay Service: Voice Callers: 1-800-833-6384; TDD Callers: 1-800-833-6388, 509-335-1259(f), or hrs@wsu.edu. Posting Number 20152541F Posting Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (). How did you hear about this employment opportunity? WSU Website Personal Contact/Referral Career Fair Professional Journal/Association Newspaper Radio Association of Public and Land Grant Universities (APLU) Chronicle of Higher Education Higher Ed Jobs Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (HERC) Indeed.com Inside Higher Ed State of Washington WorkSource Workplace Diversity US.jobs Facebook LinkedIn Twitter Other Applicant Documents Required Documents Curriculum Vitae Cover Letter Reference Contact Info Optional Documents If you apply for this position please say you saw it on Educaloxy

Instructor

Position Information

Employee Type Faculty

Title
Working Title Instructor

Position Number 118096

College/Area International Programs

Hiring Unit International Programs

Department Link

International Programs

Work Location Pullman

Zip Code 99164

Summary of Duties

The Office of International Programs (IP)-Intensive American Language Center (IALC) faculty teach Academic English, undergraduate and graduate pathways at INTO WSU, a dynamic joint venture that works to bring international students in to Washington State University and support their success. Our faculty are front and center in supporting international students’ development of English language to help them meet their academic, personal and professional goals in a rigorous university environment. IP-IALC has been widely recognized as a top provider of English for Academic Purposes in the United States.

Office of International Programs (IP)-Intensive American Language Center (IALC) is currently hiring multiple full time and part time faculty members for this program.

Additional Information
Instructors provide high quality English as a second language (ESL) instruction based on learning outcomes. Instructors are responsible for teaching high quality ESL classes at a variety of levels for undergraduates and graduates in the AE program and in pathways, preparing authentic student assessment, providing ongoing feedback to students and for all other matters related to teaching. Instructors also participate in the development, evaluation and refinement of the curriculum and they collaborate with colleagues to develop, evaluate and refine theme-based course materials. They also participate in the ongoing program accreditation process.

Office of International Programs (IP)-Intensive American Language Center (IALC) is currently hiring multiple full time and part time faculty members for this program.

Instructors are required to attend all designated meetings and functions, hold office hours based on credit load, substitute teach when needed, and meet annual program professional development requirements. They are expected to uphold policies and procedures of the University and to interact with other faculty members in the spirit of cooperation and professionalism.

University Overview
Founded as the people’s university in 1890, Washington State University fulfills that commitment by transforming lives through education, research, and community outreach. In 2015, the University celebrated 125 years of delivering life-changing knowledge and discoveries to citizens across the state, region, nation, and around the world. The state’s only land-grant institution and one of two public research universities, WSU provides a world-class education to nearly 30,000 students through its multi-campus, statewide locations and online. The University strives to ensure that higher education is accessible at an affordable cost—a decades-long WSU commitment to the state’s citizens. The University offers more than 200 undergraduate fields of study and 127 graduate and professional degree programs. Many academic programs win recognition nationally for excellence. WSU is one of just 108 public and private universities in the United States—out of more than 4,500—singled out for its “very high research activity” by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching. The University’s research agenda is focused on addressing challenges in health, sustainability, smart systems, national security, and opportunity and equity. WSU is a major driver of Washington’s economy, partnering with many of the state’s leading industries, including agribusiness, aerospace, health care, software, and construction. The University is responsible for nearly 20,600 jobs statewide and generates an overall economic impact of more than $3.3 billion annually. The institution’s operating budget expenditures total nearly $2 billion annually.

The City
Pullman is a dynamic center of higher education, research, and culture located in a region called the Palouse. The region is home to two land grant universities, Washington State University and the University of Idaho located just eight miles to the east in Moscow, Idaho. Washington’s second-largest city, Spokane, is located 75 miles north of Pullman. Demographics Daily designated Pullman a “dreamtown,” reflecting the city’s exceptionally high quality of life. Bloomberg Businessweek named Pullman the “Best Places to Raise Your Kids” in Washington. The city also boasts one of the highest percentages of graduate degrees among U.S. micropolitan areas, and its public school system has been ranked among the top 100 in the country. Excellent outdoor recreation opportunities—including golfing, skiing, hiking, and boating—are just a short drive away.

To learn more about the Pullman community, visit pullmanchamber.com

Benefits Package

View the Benefits overview for information regarding competitive benefits available.

Anticipated Start Date 08/16/2019

Tenure Track No

Full-Time/Part-Time Part Time

Appointment Status Temporary

Position Term in Months 9

Monthly Salary Commensurate with qualifications and experience

Required Qualifications

Master’s degree in Teaching English as a Second Language, or equivalent education/language teaching experience. [Equivalent degrees: MA or Ph.D. in Applied Linguistics, MAT in ESL, EFL, or ELL, Ph.D. in TESL, M.Ed. showing significant coursework in the areas of Applied Linguistics and ESL pedagogy]
Experience working in an environment where strong organizational and time management skills were necessary.
Computer proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, especially Word.

Experience working within a frequently changing environment.

Previous English as a Second Language teaching experience or equivalent.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working in multinational, multicultural and/or multilingual environment.

Speaks or has taken classes in a foreign language.

Experience studying or teaching abroad.

Experience in developing teaching materials.

Experience in a content/theme-based intensive English program.

Background Check Yes

Posting Detail Information

Type of Recruitment Open Recruitment

Posting Open Date 05/30/2019

Screening Begin Date

Posting Close Date 06/30/2019

Open Until Filled (overrides close field) No

Special Instructions to Applicants

Office of International Programs (IP)-Intensive American Language Center (IALC) is currently hiring multiple full time and part time faculty members for this program.

Applicants are required to submit an electronic application including: 1) Curriculum Vitae or Resume (please upload either document in the required “Curriculum Vitae” section of the on-line application 2) Cover Letter stating the position sought, and 3) contact information for three (3) professional references.

EEO Statement

WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EDUCATOR AND EMPLOYER. Members of ethnic minorities, women, special disabled veterans, veterans of the Vietnam-era, recently separated veterans, and other protected veterans, persons of disability and/or persons age 40 and over are encouraged to apply.

WSU is committed to excellence through diversity and faculty-friendly policy action, including partner accommodation and NSF ADVANCE Institutional Transformation programs (http://www.advance.wsu.edu/).

WSU employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.

WSU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resource Services: 509-335-4521(v), Washington State TDD Relay Service: Voice Callers: 1-800-833-6384; TDD Callers: 1-800-833-6388, 509-335-1259(f), or hrs@wsu.edu.

Posting Number 20152541F

Posting Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

* How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
- WSU Website
- Personal Contact/Referral
- Career Fair
- Professional Journal/Association
- Newspaper
- Radio
- Association of Public and Land Grant Universities (APLU)
- Chronicle of Higher Education
- Higher Ed Jobs
- Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (HERC)
- Indeed.com
- Inside Higher Ed
- State of Washington WorkSource
- Workplace Diversity
- US.jobs
- Facebook
- LinkedIn
- Twitter
- Other