MA in TESOL or a closely related field in hand by time of
appointment
At least one semester of ESL teaching at the college or
university level
Evidence of an excellent teaching record
Superior communication skills in English
PREFERRED:
- Significant experience teaching ESL at the college or
university level
- Successful completion of an ESL practicum course (with
documentation)
- Experience mentoring new ESL teachers in one’s own
classroom
- Experience teaching diverse groups of students in a variety of
settings
- Experience integrating technology into language teaching
- Strong interpersonal skills
- The ability to work well on a team
- Experience and interest in curriculum development
- Evidence of continuing professional activity
Are you excited about this job and meet the required
qualifications, but your past experience does not align perfectly
with every preferred qualification? Studies have shown that women
and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they
meet every single qualification. If this is you, we strongly
encourage you to apply because you just may be the right candidate
for this role.
About the Department
In CCAPS you’ll find supportive colleagues who are committed to
empowering lifelong learners to achieve their educational goals in
a learner-centric environment where diverse ideas, backgrounds, and
identities are embraced.
CCAPS has a large and diverse
portfolio of program offerings, including bachelor’s and master’s
degrees, professional development offerings for practitioners,
pre-college programs for high school students, English language
programs, and lifelong learning for personal enrichment. Across all
the work done in and by CCAPS, we strive daily to live our core
values of Access, Learning, Inclusivity, Collaboration, and
Excellence.
Pay and Benefits
Standard Teaching Compensation
For adjunct instructors who have already taught fewer than 72
semester credits (or the credit
equivalent) post-M.A. at MELP the rate is $1,485.00 per credit
equivalent (includes
preparation).
For adjunct instructors who have already taught 72 semester credits
or more (or the credit
equivalent) post-M.A. at MELP the rate is $1,535.00 per credit
equivalent (includes
preparation).
Retirement plan options are available for Civil Service, Faculty,
Labor-Represented, Professional & Administrative, and Temp
Casual classifications.
Learn more about retirement plans.
How To Apply
Required application materials should be submitted online,
including: (1) a cover letter summarizing strengths with regard to
the required and preferred qualifications for the job and stating
the candidate's availability, (2) a current Curriculum Vitae, (3) a
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion statement, and (3) the names,
titles, e-mail addresses, and phone numbers of three references,
one of whom must be the candidate's teaching supervisor or
someone who has observed and evaluated the candidate's teaching.
Please address all required qualifications in either your Cover
Letter or Curriculum Vitae.
Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing
your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My
Cover Letters and Attachments" section.
Fall semester begins in early September, and spring semester begins
in mid-January, and summer
semester begins in June. Applicants will be considered and
contacted as needs arise.
To request an accommodation during the application process, please
e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-UOHR (8647).
Diversity
The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity
and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its
employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is
committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying
identities and backgrounds.
The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and
opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without
regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender,
age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran
status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.
To learn more about diversity at the U:
http://diversity.umn.edu.
Employment Requirements
Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful
completion of a background check. Our presumption is that
prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal
convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from
employment.
About University of Minnesota
The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)
The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the
largest public research universities in the country, offering
undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of
opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one
of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities,
students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from
extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers,
international corporations, government agencies, and arts,
nonprofit, and public service organizations.
At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by
the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well as by Forbes
as Best Employers for Women and one of America’s Best Employers
(2015, 2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019, 2020),
Best Employer for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by
State (2019, 2022).
