Educational Specialist, ESL, Part Time

Job Summary and Duties

If you are considering a new job, work environment or career opportunities you should look at Mercer County Community College. MCCC is a publicly supported college that is open to all and dedicated to student success. In order to support that mission Mercer seeks to attract, retain, and support a skilled diverse workforce which is our most valuable resource. We thrive on and are proud of our diversity and open access. Our students and employees find the College large enough for a multitude of offerings yet small enough to keep the “Community” feel for all. The College consists of two campuses, the James Kerney Campus (JKC) in the capital city of Trenton, NJ and a larger 292 acre suburban campus just six miles north of Trenton. As part of the comprehensive and valuable benefits package the College offers credit course tuition waivers for employees, spouses and dependents. This allows for employees and their families to take advantage of earning a higher education degree without the high cost. The College offers students 69 Degree Program Options and 35 Credit Certificates from which to choose.

The Education Specialist for English as a Second Language (ESL) reports to the Director of CET. The position teaches English as a Second Language to adults in multilevel classes, on the JKC campus, or at extension sites in Mercer County evenings, and/or Saturdays. She/he is primarily responsible with coordinating the academic & cultural enrichment services for the ELS students. The Education Specialist I is responsible for providing direct educational support services and making academic assessment to ESL students. S/he is responsible to assist in completing academic reports and assisting with the planning, recruiting, implementation, and evaluation of the educational and community service projects with students participating in the ESL program. S/he is also responsible for assisting with coordinating academic/community service programs and leadership activities for ESL programs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Teach English as a Second Language to adults.
• Proctor skills tests students for placement and progress.
• Uses integrated and contextualized workforce prep instruction.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Required Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university and two or more years
• ESL teaching experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Excellent English language skills are required, as well as a formal knowledge of English.
• Ability to speak effectively before groups.
• Must have experience working with diverse cultures.
• Knowledge of MS Office and /or experience in spreadsheets and word processing software.
• Ability to navigate / use the Internet.

Preferred Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• TESL certification preferred.
• Proficiency in a second language.
• Ability to work with a constantly changing and culturally diverse population.