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English as a Second Language (ESL) Teacher
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| Job Number: | 25723009 | | Company Name: | University of Wisconsin - River Falls | | Job Location: | Menomonie, WI US | | Job Category: | Education, Training, & Library |
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English as a Second Language (ESL) Teacher
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The University of Wisconsin-River Falls, a member of the University of Wisconsin System, is located 30 miles from the Twin Cities of Minneapolis-St. Paul in scenic west central Wisconsin. Year around arts, cultural and recreational events are easily accessible. UW-RF's 6,700 undergraduate and graduate students pursue degrees in four colleges: Arts and Sciences; Education and Professional Studies; Agriculture, Food, and Environmental Science; and Business and Economics. The University provides an excellent environment for learning, emphasizing the importance of faculty-student interaction in classrooms, laboratories, academic advising, and co-curricular activities. A favorable student-faculty ratio affords opportunity for meaningful interchange between faculty and students. Strong interests in teaching, research and community service are highly valued. The Position:This is a full time, 12 month, professional academic support position that reports to the Assistant Director of UpwardBound. Reappointment is contingent upon satisfactory performance and available cific Responsibilities:- Working with the Assistant Director to ensure program goals and objectives are met- Coordinating student services on campus and at target high school- Maintain relationships and correspondence with target high school administration and counseling staff- Assisting with student recruitment, supplemental advising/coaching students and communicating with parents- Maintaining files and preparing reports- Supplemental advising/coaching students- Planning and participating in workshops and seminars- Chaperoning events and field tripsKnowledge, Skills and Abilities:- Basic knowledge of TRIO programs and the mission of Upward Bound- An ability to adapt quickly to diverse situations- Basic computer skills in word processing, databases and spreadsheetsQualifications (Required):- Bachelor's degree required,- Demonstrated experience working with high school and/or college students, low income students, students ofcolor, students with disabilities, and/or ESL students- Demonstrated awareness of and sensitivity to diverse student populations and ability to contribute to the University's commitment to enhancing student awareness and appreciation of diverse ethnic and cultural heritages- Excellent written and oral communication skillsQualifications (Preferred):- Minimum of 2 years in student support role- Public speaking proficiency- Certification in teaching as well as experience in counseling and/or social workTo Apply:Online applications are required at: , letter of interest specifying qualifications and experience (cover letter) and a separate statement addressing your ability to contribute to the enhancement of student awareness and appreciation of diverse cultures. (Note: official transcripts will be required if hired) and the names, addresses and telephone numbers of at least five references who can specifically comment uponyour teaching ability, experience, and professional names of all nominees and applicants who have not requested confidentiality in writing, and identities of all finalists must bereleased upon request. A criminal background check will be completed on final dline to Apply: Review of Applications will begin on August 16, 2010. For full consideration, applicants should submitall required materials by this date.
Category: K-12 Education
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