Summary of Purpose

Oakland Community College, a multi-campus institution in Oakland County, Michigan is a student-centered community dedicated to providing quality learning opportunities for individuals, the community and organizations on an accessible, affordable basis. We are one of the largest community colleges in the state of Michigan, with a multi-campus system, serving more than 12,000 students. OCC is seeking Adjunct Faculty Instructors who value diversity, shared responsibility, open communication, personal empowerment, integrity and ethical commitment. Adjunct Faculty must be committed to using modern technology in the classroom.

Applications for adjunct positions are accepted continuously and entered into a candidate pool. Adjunct Instructors are hired on an as-needed basis throughout the academic year, depending on enrollment needs. If a need arises, applications in the pool are reviewed and the Department reaches out directly to candidates.

Candidates who do not have legal residence in the State of Michigan will become Edustaff employees. Employment offers, salary, and benefits are provided by Edustaff, not OCC (Oakland Community College).

Please include resume, cover letter, and unofficial transcripts for all degrees (listed below in the Minimum Education and Experience section) within your application materials. Transcripts need to reflect the date the degree was awarded. And, if hired, official transcripts will be required within 30 days of hire.

Typical Duties

Primary responsibility will be to teach anticipated day and/or evening English as a Second Language, which range from basic to advanced skill levels. Where applicable, adjuncts are required to maintain and/or provide licensure and certifications.

Knowledge and Skills Required

• Experience with multi-cultural students and staff preferred
• Ability to work as a team player in a multi-cultural working environment

Minimum Education and Experience

• Master's degree in English as a Second Language OR a Master's degree in linguistics with 18 credit hours in ESOL
• MA TESOL
• MA in linguistics, applied linguistics, second language acquisition if there is evidence of ESL/TESOL/TESL/TEFL coursework
• MA in foreign language or speech pathology with 18 additional credit hours or the equivalent in ESL/TESOL/TESL/TEFL
• Specialist in linguistics, TESOL, second language acquisition or Ed. Specialist in ESL/TESOL/TESL/TEFL
• Ph.D. OR coursework for Ph.D. in linguistics, TESOL, second language acquisition, foreign language or speech pathology which includes at least 18 credit hours in ESL/TESOL/TESL/TEFl