Teaches English language classes (reading, writing, speaking, listening, grammar, and related topics) in language programs in the English Language Institute.

The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, has shaped leaders, changemakers, and innovative thinkers since its founding in 1794. The university is home to more than 38,000 students and 10,000 statewide employees—the Volunteers—who uphold the university’s tradition of lighting the way for others through leadership and service.

UT Knoxville offers over 900 programs of study across 14 degree-granting colleges and schools. As Tennessee’s flagship land-grant university, its footprint spans the entire state. The university holds the highest Carnegie classification for research activity and has deep partnerships with industry leaders and the US Department of Energy’s largest multidisciplinary laboratory, Oak Ridge National Laboratory.

The Knoxville campus serves and recruits for UT Knoxville, including the Institute of Agriculture and the Space Institute, as well as the UT Institute of Public Service.

UT Knoxville considers its employees its number one asset. With values that focus on work-life balance, compensation, and innovation leadership, all Vols are supported to advance professionally. Employees have access to career development and coaching, continued education, and an extensive list of development and training possibilities. The Volunteer employee experience implements structures and practices to attract and retain top-tier talent, fostering a strong staff community and supporting a culture of involvement and engagement for everyone.

The university holds a strong commitment to its land-grant mission of learning and engagement, with a tradition of service and leadership that carries that Volunteer spirit throughout the state and around the world. It has been ranked nationally as “Best Employer for New Graduates,” “One of America’s Best Large Employers,” and “Best Workplace for Women,” and has been designated as “Best Place for Working Parents” by Forbes Magazine.

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Location: University of Tennessee Knoxville (UT Conference Center) Onsite Position Pay Rate/Range: 23.50/hr. Hours: Varies per term Duration of Temporary Assignment: 8 weeks, continued employment as is available

Required Qualification

Education: Bachelor’s degree in TESOL or related field
Experience: At least one year of experience as ESL instructor in higher education, international education, online education, or related field.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities: Proficient in English, pedagogical knowledge, lesson planning, interpersonal skills, cultural awareness, classroom management, technology skills

Preferred Qualifications

Education: Master’s degree in TESOL or related field
Experience: At least three years of experience as ESL instructor in higher education, international education, online education, or related field.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities: Proficient in English, pedagogical knowledge, lesson planning, interpersonal skills, cultural awareness, classroom management, technology skills

About The College/Department/Division

The Center for Global Engagement, (CGE), is comprised of seven units (Communications; The English Language Institute; Global Research Innovation, and Partnerships; Global Security, Risk, and Resilience; The International House, International Student and Scholar Services; and Programs Abroad) who are responsible for working across campus, across Tennessee and around the world to provide enriching experiences for faculty, students and scholars.

Assesses and reports on student progress.
Records class attendance.
Teaches in both in-person and online environments.
Understands teaching methodologies and tools, including Learning Management Systems such as Canvas.
Contributes to instructor professional development.
Advises students on a range of academic, cultural, and personal matters, referring students to the administrative staff or university resources, as needed.
Participates in instructor meetings.
Participates in selected student activities.

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