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Position Summary:

The Intensive English Institute invites applications for adjunct instructor positions. The primary role of IEI is to prepare internationals for university admissions to FAU. IEI also serves language learners who are seeking language training for other academic and professional goals. Adjunct instructor responsibilities include:

• Delivering challenging and stimulating lessons in-person; instruction is primarily in-person with hi-flex/hybrid options.

• Preparing materials for assigned course(s); transforming course objectives and materials into useful learning activities for students.

• Holding regular office hours and meeting/conferencing with students as needed.

• Applying knowledge of language, cross-cultural communication and language acquisition to assist learners in own language objectives.

• Affirming learners’ own linguistic backgrounds.

• Participating in faculty meetings and other departmental meetings and activities.

• Participating in faculty professional development and implementing research in class.

Minimum Qualifications:

- Master’s degree in TESOL, Linguistics, Applied Linguistics, or English OR
- Master’s degree with 18 graduate credits in linguistics, TESOL, English, Education, language instruction, or related area
- Excellent English language proficiency

Preferred Qualifications:
- Two years teaching ESL courses for college/university preparation.
- Demonstrated ability to use adaptive teaching styles and innovative technologies to serve the needs of various learners.
- Excellent communication skills and teamwork.
- Experience with Canvas or similar learning management systems.
- Experience teaching abroad.

Salary:

Commensurate with Experience

College or Department:

Intensive English Institute

Location:

Boca Raton

Work Days and Hours:

N/A

Application Deadline:

2026-02-04

Special Instructions to Applicant:

This recruitment has been reopened; all previous applicants are still under consideration and need not reapply. This position is open until filled and may close without prior notice.

This position is subject to funding.

All applicants must apply electronically to the currently posted position on the Office of Human Resources' job website (https://fau.edu/jobs) by completing the required employment application for this recruitment and submitting the related documents.

Required Documents:
FAU’s Career Page permits the attachment of required/requested documentation.

PLEASE NOTE: A maximum of five (5) documents may be attached to your application. If more than five (5) documents are required for submission, please combine additional documents into a single attachment to not exceed the maximum permitted.

The site permits the attachment of required/requested documentation. When completing the online application, please upload the following: a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references including email addresses and phone numbers.

Transcripts:
The selected candidate for this position is required to submit an official transcript sent directly from the institution for the Provost’s credential file prior to the first day of employment. Similarly, for degrees from outside the United States, the evaluation by an organization belonging to the National Association of Credential Evaluation (NACES), with an indication of the documents the evaluation was prepared from (official transcripts, diplomas, dissertation abstracts) is required for the Provost’s credential file prior to the first day of employment. Transcripts must be issued to Florida Atlantic University, not to the individual applicant.

Background Screening:
Selected candidates must successfully complete and pass all employment screenings prior to the start of employment. Employment screenings may include a criminal background check (level I and level II), motor vehicle check, credit check, reference checks, alcohol, and drug screening check.

Accommodations:
Individuals requiring accommodation, please call 561-297-3057. 711