ESL Adjunct Faculty - New York Institute of Technology

Overview

New York Institute of Technology (NYIT) is a non-profit independent, private institution of higher education with 13,000 students worldwide. Offering 90 degree programs, including undergraduate, graduate, and professional degrees in more than 50 fields of study, NYIT has conscientiously followed its mission of providing career-oriented professional education. Its academic programs prepare students for in-demand careers in today's global economy, in areas such as architecture and design; arts and sciences; education; engineering and computing sciences; health professions; management; and osteopathic medicine.

Responsibilities

The NYIT Vancouver Campus seeks an Adjunct Faculty Member to join the English Language Institute that assists students in attaining a higher level of skill in speaking, listening, reading and writing the English language in order to achieve academic goals and fully matriculate into university-level academic programs. The program is committed to student success and seeks candidates with a strong pedagogical foundation in transitioning students to college-level and post-graduate programs. The successful candidate will: ? Teach English as a Second Language at advanced levels to university students preparing to begin graduate degree programs at the Vancouver Campus of NYIT. ? Document student progress and complete program reports as part of British Columbia accreditation ? Embrace and engage in innovation in the classroom ? Engage in campus-wide efforts to improve student access, retention, and success ? Engage in curriculum and program development and assessment, incorporating current educational theories and research ? Design, instruct, assess assigned courses in a manner that promotes student success ? Incorporate active student learning and appropriate use of technology in the classroom ? Teach, advise, and mentor a diverse student population holistically from access to completion ? Collaborate with student services and the international education department ? Attend and participate in regular department meetings ? Work effectively and collegially with faculty and staff across disciplines/programs and campuses ? Engage in ongoing professional development as a process of continuous improvement

Experience and Qualifications

Master's degree in ESL, TESOL, or related field with 3-5 years of teaching experience required. Successful teaching experience at the college level in "university pathways" or similar programs and knowledge of current pedagogy in English as a Second Language. Experience teaching online or blended courses. Demonstrated involvement and experience with innovative teaching, assessment and evidence-based decision making. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents of Canada will be given priority. NYIT is an AA/EEO institution.