Part-time English as a Second Language (ESL) Learning Tutor/Coach

AA/EEO Statement:

Lane Community College is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity / Veteran / Disabled Employer embracing equity, inclusion and accessibility. We encourage a safe and hospitable environment for historically marginalized populations including women, BIPOC, Latinx, LGBTQ+ individuals, veterans, and candidates and employees living with disabilities.

Veterans Statement

Lane actively recruits veterans and those with disabilities for all positions. For accommodations and questions call 541-463-5586.

• Veterans, please fax, e-mail, mail or deliver your documentation (DD214/DD215/letter of disability) to Human Resources: Jill Deneault, [email protected], 541-463-3196
• Lane Community College ensures that all documentation submitted to HR will remain confidential.

Posting Number: 240095 Job Title: Part-time English as a Second Language (ESL) Learning Tutor/Coach Applicant Notification:

Our Academic and Tutoring Services Department, in the Academic Support and Innovation Division, is seeking to hire a Part-Time English Language Learning/ESL Tutor.

Application Information

• This position will support a joint, grant-funded project between Lane Community College and the Eugene Public Library beginning in the summer of 2024 through June 2025.
• This is an applicant pool posting. The first review date of applications may be as early as 10 business days after posting. Subsequent review dates will be based upon department needs. Lane Community College reserves the right to modify this information.
• Your application will remain in the pool until a decision is made on your candidacy.
• Provide all documents as requested.
• A resume may not take the place of any section of the application.
• Transcripts are required for this position at the time of application. See the instructions below.
• Incomplete applications will not be considered.
• Applications will remain in the applicant pool until the position(s) is filled.

Location: Downtown Center Classification: Instructional Specialist Position Type: Hourly Part-Time Classified Anticipated Start Date: Upon Hire Salary/Wage: Hourly Salary/Wage Range: $18.96 – $27.80 (Classified Hourly Pay Grade 8) Salary/Compensation Statement:

• Our application is used to determine your initial salary placement for selected candidates. All employment and education history will be considered.
• Part-Time Benefits may be available for qualified employees.

Grant Statement:

Position is grant-funded through June of 2025 only. Employment after that would require re-application to work directly for LCC.

Working Schedule:

• Part-Time; Variable work hours based on department needs
• Schedule may vary with hours increasing during peak periods up to 40 hours per week, up to 1039 hours in a 12 month period
• Evening and weekend work will be part of the position

FLSA: Non-Exempt Position Status: Temporary Full/Part: Part-Time Annual Schedule: Other Annual Schedule Details: Terms to include: fall, winter, spring, and summer Quicklink for Posting: https://jobs.lanecc.edu/postings/12701 Posting Date: 09/17/2024 Closing Date: 12/22/2024 Applicant Pool: Term Pool Open Until Filled: No Required Education:

• Two (2) years of post-secondary education or training with course work in the area of assignment (English as a Second Language/ELL) is required.
• Equivalent combination of training and experience will be considered qualifying.

Required Experience:

• Two (2) years of experience in tutoring, mentoring, teaching, coaching, or training others (paid or volunteer work) is required.
• Equivalent combination of training and experience will be considered qualifying.

Licensure or Certification Requirements Conditions of Employment:

• Successful applicants are required to complete a criminal background check. Infractions do not necessarily disqualify a candidate, and will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. See our FAQs for more detail.
• Must work and reside in the state of Oregon at the time their work is being performed.

Preferred Education

• Prior coursework in education or Teaching English as a Second Language
• Language learning experience

Preferred Experience

• Prior work in a community college, community services, or public library
• Prior experience training others
• Prior experience working with volunteers

Language Statement

We welcome multilingual applicants who can support and welcome all students.

Bilingual/Multicultural Statement:

Inclusiveness, diversity, and equity are integral to Lane’s commitment to excellence in education and our commitment to student and community engagement. We welcome applicants who bring a diversity of identity, culture, experience, perspective, multilingual skills, and thought. We encourage applications from candidates that identify with groups that are historically underrepresented in higher education.

Equivalency Statement:

We want to find the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. We encourage you to apply, even if you do not believe you meet every one of the qualifications described. You are also encouraged to address how your professional and lived experience, scholarship, teaching, mentorship, and/or service will contribute to the Lane mission of transforming lives through learning.

Position Purpose:

Provide one-on-one and group tutoring to English language learners attending community sessions at the Eugene Public Library and liaise with Academic and Tutoring Services staff to support expanded evening and weekend access to tutoring and conversation groups; provide mentorship and modeling for volunteer tutors and conversation group leaders.

Essential Functions:

• Works independently and as part of a team.
• Tutors students in specific ESL subject matter as recommended by program leads.
• Trains volunteer community tutors.
• Assists students to work through assigned materials or self instructional modules.
• Observes and diagnoses areas that are causing the student problems in their course assignments, work, or personal correspondence or communication.
• Models and practices written and spoken English with students at multiple levels of learning, from pre-literacy through fluency.
• Discusses problem areas with students and provides explanation, clarification, reference materials or examples.
• Reports needs and issues to the Academic and Tutoring team as needed.
• Problem solves and manage sensitive information with appropriate awareness of FERPA standards (training provided).
• Maintains confidentiality and sensitivity to the privacy needs of students.
• Other duties as assigned.

Equity and Inclusion

• Demonstrate Lane Community College’s core value of social justice by ensuring equity and inclusion skills such as respect, inclusiveness, reflecting, valuing of cultural and personal differences. These are the basis of employee and student interpersonal communications and relationships and are applied to all position responsibilities.
• Duties are carried out respectfully, inclusively, regardless of age, color, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, social class, marital status, national origin, race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, veteran’s status, nationality, age, language, origin or employment status.
• Must demonstrate an active concern for meeting the needs of students, staff, and the public.
• Actively assist with ADA compliance in conjunction with Lane Community College’s Human Resources and Disability Resources departments; support appropriate access for persons with disabilities to facilitate student and staff success; mentor and role-model cultural competency for persons with disabilities.

Supervision Statement:

This position works with the Academic and Tutoring Services Coordinator team and reports to the Director of Academic & Tutoring Services.

Physical Demands/Working Environment:

• Work Safely. Work may require sitting for two (2) to three (3) hour periods.
• This position may work off-site at the Eugene Public Library for some evening and weekend hours and will otherwise be working from the Mary Spilde Downtown Center.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of best practices in English as a Second Language/English Language Learning tutoring
• Skill in working with students at all levels of English fluency
• Ability to provide positive reinforcement and encourage students and/or tutors
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to adhere to a regular schedule with evening and weekend hours
• Clear oral and written communication skills
• Ability to send clear written email and electronic messages to students, colleagues, and community members
• Ability to work in person (not remotely) during all shifts
• Provide support to employees working to meet accreditation standards through evaluation and assessment of student outcomes

Applicant Instructions:

Application Instructions

• Incomplete applications will not be considered. All fields in the application must be completed, including employment dates, work hours, and detailed job duties.
• The Curriculum Vitae (CV)/Resume may not take the place of any section in the application.

Required Documents

To be considered a candidate for this position, all of the following must be included in the application package:

1. Application – Complete and submit online via the applicant portal.
2. Resume/CV – Comprehensive of experience, education, and accomplishments.
3. Cover Letter – Clearly detailing how you meet the qualifications for the position.
4. Transcripts – See instructions below.

If applicable: DD214 – Veterans, please fax, email, mail, or deliver your documentation (DD214/DD215/letter of disability) to Human Resources at Lane Community College, attn. Jill Deneault, [email protected], Fax: 541-463-3970

Additional documents and letters of reference are not accepted.

Questions?

• For assistance with the online application call Human Resources at 541-463-5586
• For position questions contact Jenn Kepka, [email protected], 541-463-5786

How to monitor your application

1. Enter [email protected] into your Safe Senders list. Notifications will be sent toward the end of the search process.
2. Visit your Employment Opportunities account. The main page will show your status in the search.

Positions close at 9:00 pm PST on closing date.

Transcript Instructions:

Transcripts are required

• In order to be considered for the position unofficial transcripts must be provided.
• If post-secondary education is listed in your application, then unofficial or official transcripts are required.
• If you have obtained a degree higher than the required education for this position, then unofficial transcripts are required to ensure an accurate salary placement is conducted.

Attach under “Optional Document”, fax, email, deliver or mail to:

Lane Community College

Human Resources

Attn: Jill Deneault

4000 E. 30th Ave.

Building 3, 1st floor

Eugene, OR 97405

Fax: (541) 463-3970

Email: [email protected]

College and Division Information:

College Information

The goal of Lane Community College is to help students achieve their dreams and transform lives through learning. The faculty and staff are dedicated to helping students succeed. Lane Community College partners with businesses in the community to help shape the current and future workforce.

Lane Community College is a learning-centered community college that provides affordable, quality, lifelong educational opportunities.

History

Lane Community College was founded in 1964 by a vote of local citizens, and the main campus opened in 1968. The college was a successor to the Eugene Technical-Vocational School that was founded in 1938. Lane Community College has received many awards and accolades for its innovative programs and high-quality instruction. The college is a member of the League for Innovation in the Community College.

One of the advantages of working at Lane Community College is living in the area. Lane’s main campus is in Eugene, a city known for its quality of life and for being the home of the University of Oregon. Eugene is home to more than 153,000 people and neighboring Springfield has more than 57,000 residents comprising the second-largest population center in the state. Eugene and Springfield are nestled in the Willamette Valley between the Pacific Ocean and the Cascade Mountains. Some peaks in the Cascade Range can be seen from the main campus. The area’s scenic mountains, forests, rivers, lakes, and coastline offer many opportunities for outdoor adventures or for just sitting back and enjoying the view. See what’s new at Eugene, Cascades & Oregon Coast.

Union Association: LCC Employees Federation (Classified)

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