The University of Georgia Hiring for Intensive English Program Temp Instructor – Gwinnett () at Gwinnett County Full Time

Posting Number:

G/R23894P

Working Title:

Intensive English Program Temp Instructor – Gwinnett (2)

Department:

OGE-Assoc Provost’s Office

About the University of Georgia:

Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,000 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 40,000 students including over 30,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.

Employment Type:

Employee

Additional Schedule Information:

This is a temporary position. Your supervisor wil assign your work schedule. Work hours include approximately 17 to 20 hours per week in person teaching, preparation and other duties as assigned. Employment period is tentative, contingent upon student enrollment. Approximate dates of employment are 1/2/2024 – 5/3/2024 (18 weeks).

Anticipated Start Date:

01/02/2024

Posting Date:

12/06/2023

Open Until Filled:

Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Hiring and course assignments are contingent upon student enrollment.

Courses will be taught on the UGA Gwinnett campus in Lawrenceville, Monday – Saturday, during the Spring sessions. The schedule will be assigned based on student enrollments.

Location of Vacancy:

Gwinnett County

EOO Statement:

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR ([email protected]).

Duties/Responsibilities:

Teaching

• Plan and deliver supportive English instruction for adult English language learners from a variety of cultural and linguistic backgrounds who wish to improve their overall English proficiency, are preparing to attend college/university, and/or want to take the next step in their careers
• Create an encouraging, welcoming, and inclusive classroom community
• Utilize classroom technology to enhance student learning, including in distance learning and hybrid environments

Percentage of time:

50

Duties/Responsibilities:

Teaching Preparation

• Design innovative curriculum and facilitate engaging multi-modal lessons that help students develop their English listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills and strategies, as well as their intercultural competency and professional etiquette
• Design and implement effective formative and summative assessments in class to help determine instructional needs

Percentage of time:

35

Duties/Responsibilities:

Administrative Task

• Maintain student records related to the course (grades, attendance, etc.)
• Assess incoming students’ language proficiency and long-term students’ developing language proficiency (be available to briefly meet incoming students on Zoom for language proficiency assessment and Q&A)
• Be available to meet with students before or after class and/or during office hours

Percentage of time:

15

Duties/Responsibilities:

Other tasks

• Maintain communications with students, IEP directors, and other OGE staff
• Attend IEP staff meetings

Percentage of time:

5

Classification Title:

Temporary Professional

FLSA:

Exempt

FTE:

.50

Position Summary:

The UGA Intensive English Program (IEP) offers a rigorous, supportive, and student-centered English language program that helps its students develop the English language proficiency and cultural competencies needed to communicate effectively in a variety of social situations, enter and succeed in American Universities, and take the next steps in their professional careers.

Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification in Position:

• Master’s degree in ESL/TESOL, World Language Education, Linguistics, or English
• 3+ years of experience with teaching English to speakers of other languages
• Intermediate proficiency in Korean

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies :

• Bachelor’s degree in ESL/TESOL, World Language Education, Linguistics, or English
• Two years of experience with teaching English to speakers of other languages
• Experience with adult learners
• Experience with curriculum design, unit and lesson planning, assessment of language proficiency development
• Experience with in-person and virtual instruction
• Ability to teach all levels of language learners (beginner, intermediate, advanced, professional)
• Live in the Gwinnett area or be able to travel to the UGA Gwinnett Campus in Lawrenceville Mondays through Saturdays

Physical Demands:

Sit or stand at a computer for long periods of time.

Is this a Position of Trust?:

No

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? :

No

Does this position require a P-Card? :

No

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? :

No

Is driving a requirement of this position?:

No

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?:

No

Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications):

No

Contact Details:

For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.

Recruitment Contact Name:

Sebastian Burkholdt

Recruitment Contact Email:

[email protected]

Recruitment Contact Phone:

706-542-9404