ESL INSTRUCTOR POSITIONS

INTERLINK Language Centers

Spring, 2011 (to begin in January or March)

The University of North Carolina at Greensboro, Greensboro, NC

Indiana State University, Terre Haute IN

Valparaiso University, Valparaiso IN

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION: Strongly flavored by its cross-cultural and academic emphasis, the INTERLINK Language Centers provide a student-centered, intensive English language program to select, highly-motivated, private and sponsored students and professionals. The program is characterized by small classes (10 on average) and a five-level curriculum (lower intermediate to advanced) that integrates formal and non-formal and in- and out-of-class learning.

RESPONSIBILITIES: Teaching in all skill areas (full-time teachers teach 23 hours per week); testing, interviewing, and placing students at the beginning of terms; keeping office hours for meetings with students; participating in weekly staff meetings and occasional student activities; arranging experiential learning activities for students; contributing actively in work-related meetings (e.g., accreditation or curriculum discussions); participating periodically in TESOL conferences or other professional meetings or activities.

REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS: A genuine commitment to students, teaching, and the profession; a master’s degree in TESL, ESL, or applied linguistics; two years or more of experience with university-bound students in a U.S. IEP; strong interest in cross-cultural training; and, familiarity with innovative approaches to language teaching. Applicants should also hold U.S. citizenship or residency and be highly proficient in English. (Please note that applicants who do not meet all of these minimum requirements will not be considered for a position. Overseas teaching experience, Peace Corps service, and/or fluency in a second language are highly desired. Salary is commensurate with qualifications ($28 – $33K).

BENEFITS: Life and medical insurance plan (no dental); moving allowance; support when presenting at local, regional, or national TESOL conferences; supportive, stimulating colleagues; access to university facilities.

Initial contract for full-time is one-year provisional. Review of applications will begin immediately until the position is filled.

CONTACT PERSONS:

Please direct your letter of interest, CV, and any supporting documents to the center of your choice.

Dr. Brad Teague, Director at The University of North Carolina at Greensboro

(email: bteague@interlink.edu).

Shane Carter, Director at Indiana State University (email: scarter@interlink.edu)

Becky Shelton, Director at Valparaiso University (email: beckyshelton@interlink.edu)

Please visit http://interlink.edu for detailed information about our program.