Temporary Part Time Hourly Instructor (English Language Program - International Center)

Part-Time ESL Instructors - Multiple Locations

The English Language Program at Rowan University seeks qualified part-time instructors to teach in our Program.  The ELP is a university-based intensive academic English program with nearly 60 years of serving international and local immigrant students. Our primary goals are to prepare students for academic, professional, and personal success through the improvement of their English skills.

Location-Specific Opportunities

Please review the four distinct projects below. All positions are in-person.

1. Camden Campus:

• Focus: College-readiness course for high school juniors, seniors, and recent graduates (ages 17+).

• Dates: July 6 – August 14, 2026.
• Schedule: Monday – Thursday, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m..
• Notes: Potential for continued employment into fall/spring based on enrollment.

2. Glassboro Campus: Year-Round Pool

• Dates: Ongoing/Year-round.
• Schedule: Monday – Thursday, 18 hours per week:
• 9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
• 10:40 a.m. – 12:10 p.m.
• 1:05 p.m. – 2:35 p.m.
• Notes: Applicants should be available to teach all time blocks.

3. Trenton Project

• Focus: New program project starting in the fall.
• Dates: Starting Fall 2026; likely to be ongoing.
• Schedule: Details to be determined based on project needs.

4. Glassboro Campus: International High School Summer Program

• Focus: International high school students.
• Dates: July 7 – August 14, 2026 (6 weeks).
• Schedule: Monday – Thursday, 18 hours per week.
• Notes: Familiarity with Islamic culture and customs is preferred.

Ideal candidates will have:

• A master’s degree in TESOL, Linguistics, English, or other closely related fields. 
• A minimum of 2 years teaching academic ESL in an adult education environment is required.
• TEFL certificate holders with a bachelor’s degree and extensive teaching experience - may be considered.

Please note: Having only a K-12 ESL teaching certification or endorsement is not applicable to this position.

This position requires a passion for working with young adults from various socio economic and cultural backgrounds.

Responsibilities include:

• Teach courses a dynamic curriculum that includes college readiness skills.
• Create course plans and syllabi based on provided curriculum.
• Attend all mandatory departmental and faculty meetings.
• Participate in program activities.
•  Work closely with the Director and Lead Instructor to meet students’ needs.
•  Fluency in another language (Spanish, Turkish, Vietnamese, or Arabic) is desirable.

Required application materials: 

• Cover letter 

• Resume / CV

Rate: $50 per hour

Notes:

• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the US, and the university will not sponsor an applicant for a work visa for this position. 
• Rowan University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diverse people and abilities. Reasonable accommodation will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position
• Only completed online applications submitted on or before the posted deadline will be considered.