English Language Institute Instructor

The Center for Global Engagement, (CGE), is seeking experienced English Language Instructors to join our English Language Institute.

• Teaches English language classes (reading, writing, speaking, listening, grammar) in the Academic and General programs in the English Language Institute.
• Assesses and reports student progress.
• Records class attendance.
• Teaches in both in-person and online environments.
• Understands teaching methodologies and tools, including Learning Management Systems such as Canvas.
• Contributes to instructor professional development.
• Advises students on a range of cultural, academic, and personal matters, referring students to the director and assistant director as needed.
• Participates in all instructor meetings.
• Participates in selected student activities.

Required Qualifications

• Education:
  • Bachelor’s degree
• Experience:
  • At least one year of experience as ESL instructor in higher education, international education, online education, or related field.

Preferred Qualifications

• Education:
  • Master’s degree
• Experience:
• At least two years work experience of experience as ESL instructor in higher education, international education, online education, or related field.

Work Location

This is an on-site position. The successful candidate must be willing to work occasionally on weekends and evenings.

Compensation and Schedule

• $23.50 per hour
• Part Time Temporary, Hours Vary

Application Instructions

Applicants should submit a cover letter, CV or resume, names and contact information for three professional references.

About The College/Department/Division

The Center for Global Engagement, CGE is comprised of seven units (English Language Institute, the International House, International Student and Scholar Services, Programs Abroad, Communications, Global Security, Risk and Resilience, & Global Research, Innovation and Partnerships) that are responsible for working throughout campus, across Tennessee and around the world to provide enriching and diverse international learning and research experiences for faculty, students and scholars.

The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, has shaped leaders, changemakers, and innovative thinkers since its founding in 1794. The university is home to more than 38,000 students and 10,000 statewide employees—the Volunteers—who uphold the university’s tradition of lighting the way for others through leadership and service.

UT Knoxville offers over 900 programs of study across 14 degree-granting colleges and schools. As Tennessee’s flagship land-grant university, its footprint spans the entire state. The university holds the highest Carnegie classification for research activity and has deep partnerships with industry leaders and the US Department of Energy’s largest multidisciplinary laboratory, Oak Ridge National Laboratory.

The Knoxville campus serves and recruits for UT Knoxville, including the Institute of Agriculture and the Space Institute, as well as the UT Institute of Public Service.

UT Knoxville considers its employees its number one asset. With values that focus on work-life balance, compensation, and innovation leadership, all Vols are supported to advance professionally. Employees have access to career development and coaching, continued education, and an extensive list of development and training possibilities. The Volunteer employee experience implements structures and practices that attract and retain a diverse community and that support a culture where everyone matters and belongs.

The university holds a strong commitment to its land-grant mission of learning and engagement, with a tradition of service and leadership that carries that Volunteer spirit throughout the state and around the world. It has been ranked nationally as “Best Employer for New Graduates,” “One of America’s Best Large Employers,” and “Best Workplace for Women,” and has been designated as “Best Place for Working Parents” by Forbes Magazine.

Apply today and join the Tennessee Volunteer community!