Online Adjunct Faculty - English Language Testing, Assessment and Evaluation (ESL 532)

Job DetailsPosition Type: Adjunct FacultySalary Range: $500.00 - $1,200.00 SalaryESL 532: English Language Testing, Assessment and Evaluation This course is designed to explore the formal and informal language assessment practices and approaches necessary for evaluating content knowledge, literacy skills, and language proficiency in both English and the partner language for English learners at varying levels of proficiency, including possible differentiation from learning disabilities. Participants will understand and explore a variety of issues related to state and federal assessment of multilingual learners and will learn how to use assessments as a tool to design instruction appropriately as well as develop the knowledge and skills to design and implement assessments that reflect the complexities of biliteracy development in bilingual educational settings. The course emphasizes the use of holistic, valid, and reliable assessment measures that are inclusive of students’ oral language, reading, and writing development in both languages. Additionally, the course will focus on culturally relevant teaching practices and materials, helping candidates identify and counteract culturally biased or racist content within the curriculum. Students will explore asset-based pedagogies that draw upon students’ linguistic and cultural knowledge to enhance instruction. By the end of the course, candidates will have the skills to develop equitable curricula and assessments that reflect both academic rigor and sociocultural competence. 12 hours of fieldwork experience required. Compensation: $500 - $1,200 per credit. Adjunct faculty pay rates vary, depending on the academic discipline and the course's credit load and level. QualificationsESL Adjunct Instructors Hold a current Massachusetts Educator Professional License in one or more of the following fields: English as a Second Language, PreK-6, or English as a Second Language, 5-12, ELL Director. A minimum of a Master's Degree in ESL or a closely related field. A minimum of 5 years of K12 ESL education teaching or administration. Experience teaching online courses at the higher education level is preferred but not required. Ability to adhere to University policies and procedures. Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and within FERPA and HIPAA guidelines. All new employees must complete the FERPA, Anti-Harassment, and any other required online trainings within 15 days of employment. General knowledge of the University’s mission, purpose, and goals, and the role this position plays in achieving those goals.