English as a Second Language (ESL) Assistant Professor

The faculty member shall be responsible for the following: teaching assigned classes under the supervision of the area dean; helping students fulfill their maximum potential in mastering course content; assessing student learning outcomes; maintaining a thorough and up-to-date knowledge in their regular teaching field; continuing professional development; utilizing current technology in the performance of job duties; maintaining standards of professional conduct and ethics appropriate to the professional position; assisting with articulation and curriculum development and review; serving on college committees and participating in faculty governance including accreditation and student co-curricular activities; assuming other responsibilities as assigned by the area dean; fulfilling other duties and responsibilities of a full-time faculty member.

This position will be based in the Language and Communication department.

American River College seeks employees who:

• Have demonstrated work or professional experience related to equity and inclusion
  
• Engage in self-reflection and continuous improvement in cultural competence
  
• Fulfill the professional responsibilities of their position
  
• Regard all students as equally capable and worthy of our care time and energy

The instructional assignment may include but is not limited to teaching the following courses:

• ESL 37 Novice-High Integrated Reading and Writing
• ESL 47 Intermediate-Low Integrated Reading and Writing
• ESL 55 Intermediate-Mid Integrated Reading and Writing
• ESL 315 Intermediate-High Integrated Reading and Writing
• ESL 325 Advanced-Low Integrated Reading and Writing
• ESL 350 Critical Reading Research and Writing Through Literature
• ESLW 340 Advanced Composition
• ESLG 31 Basic English Grammar
• ESLG 41 Elements of English Sentences
• ESLG 51 Grammar for Intermediate ESL Writers
• ESLG 310 Intermediate-High Grammar
• ESLG 320 Advanced-Low Grammar
• ESLL 31 Listening and Speaking for College Readiness
• ESLL 41 Listening Speaking and Presentation Skills for College
• ESLL 51 Academic Communication Notetaking and College Success Skills
• ESLL 310 Intermediate-High Listening and Speaking
• ESLL 320 Advanced-Low Listening and Speaking
• ESLLAB (all levels)

• ARC Programs and Majors

1. Masters in TESL TESOL applied linguistics with a TESL emphasis linguistics with a TESL emphasis English with a TESL emphasis or education with a TESL emphasis
   OR
   Bachelors in TESL TESOL English with a TESL certificate linguistics with a TESL certificate applied linguistics with a TESL certificate or any foreign language with a TESL certificateANDmasters in linguistics applied linguistics English composition bilingual/bicultural studies reading speech or any foreign language
   ORthe equivalent*
2. All degrees must be from an accredited institution completed by August 20 2026.
3. Have an equity-minded focus responsiveness and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic socioeconomic cultural disability gender identity sexual orientation and ethnic backgrounds of community college students including those with physical or learning disabilities as it relates to differences in learning styles; and successfully foster and support an inclusive educational and employment environment.

* See Minimum Qualification Requirements

Before You Apply:
Follow the steps below to ensure your application is complete and ready for review. Applicants not following the guidelines below may be disqualified. Do not submit additional materials not requested or you may be disqualified.

Required Application Documents:

1. Los Rios Community College District Application

2. Letter of Interest

3. Resume orCurriculum Vitae

4. Unofficial Transcripts and/or Foreign Transcript Evaluation (see Transcript Requirements)

5. Equivalency Determination Request Form (if applicable - see Minimum Qualification Requirements)

6. Copy of TESL certificate certificate(s)/license(s)(if using to meet minimum qualifications)

7. Supplemental Questionnaire Document (see supplemental question section of application)

• Degree titles must match the stated qualifications exactly (word-for-word).
• If the degree title differs or if it contains added missing or rearranged words applicants mustsubmit a completed Equivalency Determination Request Form for the application to be considered. See theEquivalency Determination Process webpage for details.
  • Example: If a masters in Psychology is required but the transcript lists Counseling Psychology and that title is not listed in the Minimum Qualifications an Equivalency Determination Request Form must be submitted.
• Previously granted equivalencies mustbe attached for verification. Email for a replacement copy.

• Transcripts must be from an accredited U.S. institutions or approved foreign evaluation agency.
• Foreign transcript evaluations must be issued by an AICE (Association of International Credential Evaluation Inc.) or NACES (National Association of Credential Evaluation Services) member agency. See the Foreign Transcript Evaluation webpage for details.
• Transcripts mustclearly identify the degree(s) being used to meet the Minimum Qualifications.
• If more than one degree is required to meet the Minimum Qualifications (e.g. a bachelors and a masters) transcripts for each degree must be included.
• Transcripts must show the degree title and indicate whether each degree is completed or in progress.
• If the degree is in progress the application must state the month and year the degree is expected to be attained.

• Only information listed on the application and transcripts will be used to verify Minimum Qualifications.
• Applications stating see resumewill be disqualified.
• Applications missing any required documentation will be disqualified.