Part-Time Continuing Education Instructor (Non-Credit) Foreign Languages at InsideHigherEd

Job Title: Part-Time Continuing Education Instructor (Non-Credit) Foreign Languages Location: Padron Campus Regular/Temporary: Temporary Full/Part Time: Part-Time Job ID: 1008275 Job Details Job FamilySTAFF - Part-Time InstructorGradeHKSalary$25.00 - Base RateDepartmentContinuing EducationReports ToProgram ManagerClosing DatePosted On An Ongoing BasisFLSA StatusExempt - Not Eligible for Overtime CompensationFirst Review DateMay 27, 2025Position Overview The School of Continuing Education and Professional Development seeks a dynamic and experienced part-time instructor to teach courses in Foreign Languages. These courses help adult learners build communication proficiency, cultural awareness, and language skills for professional and personal growth. Courses are designed to be immersive, culturally relevant, and learner-centeredWhat you will be doing Teaches foreign language courses to adult learners seeking to build communication skills for personal, professional, or academic growth. Uses communicative and immersive teaching methods to enhance language acquisitionDevelops course materials, assessments, and multimedia resourcesIncorporates cultural context to enrich student learning experiencesProvides feedback and guidance to support student growthTracks and reports student attendance and performanceUses technology and online platforms to support instruction as neededFosters a respectful, inclusive, and engaging classroom environmentAdapts instruction to meet the needs of diverse learnersCollaborates with program staff to align language instruction with institutional goalsDesigns and delivers instruction in one or more foreign languages across various proficiency levelsCreates engaging and interactive lessons that support speaking, listening, reading, and writing skillsIncorporates cultural content and authentic materials into course designUtilizes differentiated instruction to meet learner needsIntegrates technology and online resources to enhance instructionAssesses student performance through oral and written activitiesMaintains accurate records of attendance, assignments, and gradesCollaborates with program staff to ensure curriculum consistency and qualityParticipates in professional development related to language instructionPerforms other duties as assignedWhat you need to succeed Master’s degree in the language taught; OR Bachelor’s degree in the language taught AND two (2) years of teaching and/or professional experience in the language; OR Fluent/native speaker with a Bachelor’s degree AND three (3) years of teaching and/or professional experience in the languageFluency in the target language and proficiency in teaching it to adult learnersKnowledge of second language acquisition and instructional methodsStrong cross-cultural communication skills and global awarenessExperience using communicative, student-centered teaching techniquesFamiliarity with instructional technology and language learning platformsAbility to create inclusive, engaging classroom environmentsStrong written and verbal communication in English and the target languageSkill in developing curriculum and assessing language proficiencyCultural sensitivity and adaptability in diverse educational settingsOrganizational skills and attention to student progress trackingPreferences Prior experience teaching adult learners preferred.Additional Requirements The final candidate is to successfully complete a background screening and reference check process.