Developmental Education English Specialist

Salary offer commensurate with education and related experience. APPLICATION STATUS Your application status will be updated throughout the review process. If your application is still in progress, your application has not been reviewed by the hiring department. Should a review of your application result in the intent to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email for an interview. Position Summary This is a Full-Time position supporting student success through developmental education, targeted English instruction, and innovative academic support initiatives. The Specialist collaborates with faculty and staff to strengthen student learning and academic achievement. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Develops, implements, and evaluates developmental education curriculum and academic support initiatives. Provides instruction for Non-Course Based Reading and Writing courses. Coordinates faculty and staff training and pilots new instructional approaches. Develops tutoring strategies, trains tutors, and supports academic interventions for at-risk students. Evaluates program outcomes and prepares progress reports. Travels off campus, works evenings or weekends as needed, and performs other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Developmental Education, English or related field At least 12 English credit hours Preferred Qualifications Minimum of two (2) years English teaching experience Emphasis on Curriculum Design Bilingual – English/Spanish Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of developmental education practices, curriculum development, and instructional technology. Strong communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills with the ability to support students and collaborate with faculty and staff. Ability to use AI tools responsibly and in accordance with institutional guidelines. Disclaimer This job posting is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and is not a complete list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications required for the position. A full job description will be provided to candidates selected for an interview. Alvin College is an equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate against anyone based on race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, sex, or any other basis prohibited by law. Working knowledge of artificial intelligence (AI) tools and the ability to use them responsibly, ethically, and in compliance with organizational guidelines. Requires the provision of official transcripts and/or certifications within (30) days of hire. Applicants with academic credentials from non-U.S. accredited institutions are required to have their coursework evaluated in terms of U.S. "equivalency." Please refer to the NACES® website for further information. May require travel to our main campus in Alvin and/or to various offsite locations, including local high schools in Alvin, Danbury, Manvel and Pearland and to Texas Department of Criminal Justice facilities in Richmond, Rosharon or Lake Jackson. Fingerprinting is a requirement for the local ISD's per Texas Education Agency. Alvin College will reimburse the estimated cost of $50, if applicable. This position requires a criminal history and/or motor vehicle records check. Organization Located just southwest of the Houston, TX Metroplex, Alvin College is a public, comprehensive institution with a strong educational heritage and a continued commitment to providing high-quality learning experiences for all students. In addition to its well-established two-year programs, Alvin College now offers bachelor’s degree opportunities, expanding pathways for students to achieve their academic and career goals. Alvin College exists to improve the lives of its constituents by providing affordable, accessible, high quality and innovative academic, technical and cultural educational opportunities for the diverse communities it serves. As a premier college that provides high-quality academic, technical and cultural programs, Alvin College's focus will be to promote student success, enhance quality of life and support economic development. Alvin College has been listed in the top 150 community colleges in America as ranked by the Aspen Institute 2011, 2013, 2015, 2019, 2021, 2023, and 2025 (Colleges nominated every other year). Alvin College is accountable for its mission within the limitations of its physical and financial resources, is an equal opportunity institution, and does not discriminate against anyone on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, sex, or any other basis prohibited by law.