ESL Non-Credit Program Assistant

Details:

Posted: April 4, 2024

Level: Educational Assistant

Hours: Part-time up to 17 hours per week 

Closing Date: The committee will begin review of applications immediately. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled, with materials submitted by April 26, 2024 receiving priority consideration.

Location:

CT State Norwalk

188 Richards Avenue, Norwalk, CT 06854

• This position is not remote**

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CT State Community College Mission:

Connecticut State Community College provides access to academically rigorous and innovative education and training focused on student success. The college supports excellence in teaching and learning, makes data-informed decisions, promotes equity, and advances positive change for the students, communities and industries it serves.

CT State Community College Vision:

Connecticut State Community College is recognized for exceptional student success, educational leadership and transformative collaboration with business and industry, government, educational and key stakeholders while advancing diverse opportunities for Connecticut’s citizens and communities.

CT State Community Equity Statement:

Connecticut State Community College commits to bold and disruptive change by actively identifying, naming, and dismantling structural racism, systemic poverty, and other barriers; establishing equitable and anti-racist policies and practices; and empowering students, faculty, staff, and administrators to advance racial, social, and economic justice. Our core collective responsibility is to continuously assess practices and policies and transform the world we live in by eliminating inequities.

Anticipated Start Date: 

May 2024

Position Summary:

This position is needed to support our immensely diverse students in every aspect of entering and successfully progressing through the non-credit ESOL program in order to pursue academic and professional goals. 

Example of Job Duties:

Under the direction of the ESL Department Chair and ESL Non-Credit Coordinator, the ESL Non-Credit Program Assistant is responsible for an array of services to support the non-credit ESL program through effective performance in these essential duties:

• Advise new and returning students, including international students and au pairs – ascertain students’ ESL level and needs, explain which courses they are eligible to take, help students select classes, assist them with registration, answer questions about the ESL program, etc.
• Read placement tests and final exams and determine ESL level
• Prepare for and assist with final exam teachers’ test reading meeting and coordination of grades including preparation of essay test questions.
• Help with other program logistics as assigned (including: evaluate text books, help develop curriculum, develop and check outcomes and assessments on course descriptions, perform observations of instructors, provide Bridge to Credit Tutoring, answer phone and email inquiries from instructors and students, etc.)
• Guide and support teacher with methodology and technology.

This posting includes qualifications, experience and skills but is not limited to the full specifications stated in the job description.

Incumbents must possess proven ability to effectively work with a culturally, linguistically, and ethnically diverse faculty, staff, and student. They are expected to have excellent oral and written communication skills along with strong Information technology literacy skills such as Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams etc.).

Minimum Qualifications:

Master’s degree in a related field and relevant experience; or a combination of education, training and experience which would lead to the competencies required for successful performance of the position’s essential duties.

Incumbents are required to have demonstrated advanced knowledge and abilities in the following: 

• Experience using CSCU’s Banner system
• Experience using Microsoft Office 365 and TEAMS
• Experience with online instruction and delivery systems such as Blackboard.
• One or more years of experience in teaching ESOL to beginner and intermediate level adult learners.
• Fluent in Spanish and English.
• Ability to work with a diverse student population.

Substitutions Allowed:

Applicants who do not meet the minimum qualifications as stated are encouraged to put in writing precisely how their background and experience have prepared them for the responsibilities of this position and by providing appropriate references. Exceptions to the degree requirements may be made for compelling reasons.

Salary:

$44.89 hourly.

Application Instructions:

To apply you must submit a cover letter and resume.

Incomplete applications or those submitted after the closing date will not be considered and links to other sources to view resumes are not acceptable.

All employment, if offered, is contingent upon proof of citizenship or employability under the requirement of the Immigration and Control Act (IRCA) and the successful passing of a background check. CSCU is committed to providing a safe campus community. Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check and, when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.

Continuing Notice of Nondiscrimination

CSCC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, age, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin, marital status, ancestry, present or past history of mental disorder, learning disability or physical disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or criminal record. The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: John-Paul Chaisson-Cardenas, PhD, MSW, Vice President of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, ([email protected]).

CSCC IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER, M/F

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