English as a Second Language (ESL) Adjunct Instructor (TEMPORARY)

Position Title English as a Second Language (ESL) Adjunct Instructor (TEMPORARY) Special Instructions to Applicants The English as a Second Language Department at Los Medanos Community College is accepting applications for part-time faculty. The position is a temporary assignment to staff classes for Spring 2026, Fall 2026, and Spring 2027. Part-time ESL@LMC faculty must be able and qualified to teach different levels of proficiency, curriculum areas, modalities, and times of day / evening; prepare and grade class assignments according the official course outlines of record; evaluate academic progress and course outcomes; manage scholastic records and submit them by published deadlines; and be able to serve students of diverse ages, ethnicities, languages, and academic backgrounds. Description of Position Provide instruction at Entry and Bridge, Intermediate, and / or Advanced levels of English as a second language instruction focusing on pronunciation, speaking, listening, grammar, writing, reading, and vocabulary. Our Vision for Social Justice We are seeking people who recognize the critical role community colleges play in social justice, who have ability in this space, enthusiasm for this work, ideas and vision to improve our approaches, and a commitment to achieving equitable academic success for the 50,000+ students attending our five beautiful colleges and centers. Our social justice work calls for employees who have a sense of social responsibility, interest in our community and world in which we live.

The intention of social justice work is to strengthen humanity by understanding that every person deserves the benefits of fully participating in our society and institutions.

Academic researchers have illustrated that crucial social justice principles are a compilation of equality, equity, diversity, inclusion, engagement, environmental sustainability and human rights. These complex principles are challenging to operationalize in higher education; yet we are steadfast in our diligence to forge ahead to advance this vital mission.

Community colleges are uniquely positioned to lead higher education in the work of social justice. Many of our students come from historically underserved and underrepresented backgrounds, students of color, students with recent immigrant histories, students from cycles of low income if not poverty, students from indigenous communities, and students from first-generation families.

The idea of promoting social mobility through education is unconditionally and uncompromisingly embraced by community colleges. This is an exciting role, and it comes with a heavy responsibility. Simply put, we need to create environments where our students achieve greater academic success, so much so that we close our persistent equity / opportunity gaps.

If you are committed to social and racial justice and if you are interested in joining a community dedicated to solving these inequities through education, please apply. Inquiries For questions, please contact :

Dr. Paula A. Gunder

Recruitment Type Faculty Location Los Medanos College Posting Number F01255 # of Openings 2 Salary Adjunct instructor classroom faculty pay rate is $$ per hour (up to $ Position Status Temporary EEO Job Category Faculty & Other Instructional Staff Employee Group Part-Time Faculty Department L5016-English as a Second Language Discipline ESL Alternate Discipline Duties and Responsibilities Adjunct Faculty duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to :

1. providing instruction in accordance with established curriculum, course outlines and

• class schedules;

2. creating and maintaining an environment which emphasizes learning, encourages free discussion of

9. performing other related duties as assigned. Minimum Qualification-Education / Experience EDUCATION :

Master’s in TESL, TESOL, applied linguistics with a Language (ESL) TESL emphasis, linguistics with a TESL emphasis, English with a TESL emphasis or education with a TESL emphasis

Bachelor’s 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 certificate AND master’s in linguistics, applied linguistics, English, composition, bilingual / bicultural studies, reading, speech or any foreign language

The equivalent. If you do not possess the listed degrees, you must complete the equivalency form provided in the online application.)

EQUIVALENCY

If you believe that you meet the minimum qualifications via equivalency, please fill out the Equivalency Petition in the application packet. License / Certificates / Credentials

Desirable Qualifications

Eligibility Requirements for Part-time Faculty : Part-time faculty members must be employed in the current semester and have averaged at least load (FTE) of a regular faculty member’s load for the previous academic year excluding summer (, Fall 2020 and Spring 2021).

Premium Contributions : Premium contributions are based on the faculty member’s average load for the previous academic year excluding summer (, Fall 2020 and Spring 2021). Contributions are shown below in three tiers for medical and dental coverage. Part-time Instructors pay the full premium for the Vision Services Plan.

Retirement : Most employees are members of the PERS (Public Employees Retirement System) with a 2% 55 formula. Faculty employees and Academic Managers are members of the STRS (State Teachers Retirement System). Police Service employers are members of Safety Public Employees Retirement System (2% at 50).

Deferred Compensation : The District offers two optional deferred compensation plans. Eligible employees have a choice of the 457, 403b plans and a selection of savings and investment options.

Leave Allowance : The District offers monthly eligible classified employees and managers / supervisors a generous vacation and sick leave benefits as well as 20 paid holidays annually (which can vary based on length of winter break).

Additional Benefits : The District also offers monthly eligible classified employees and managers / supervisors educational reimbursements, employee assistance programs, a travel assistance plan, longevity compensation, retiree benefits, employee discounts on health memberships and a comprehensive wellness program.

Agency Shop : Local One Classified positions are within a collective bargaining unit. Local One employees are required to join the union or pay an equivalent service fee. This is a one-time initiation fee of $ and monthly contributions of 1% of gross pay + $1. Newly hired employees may notify the respective union (Local 1 or United Faculty) if they opt to join and / or authorize payment to the union. If the newly hired employee authorizes payment to the union then the following fees apply : Local 1 has a one-time initiation fee of $ and monthly contribution of 1% of gross pay +$1. United Faculty has an agency fee of .55% of gross pay plus $