Adjunct Instructor, Teaching and Learning
- Education Instructional
- Adjunct Instructor
Title: Adjunct Instructor, Teach and Learning
Position Number: 220060
Unit/Department: Education Instructional
FTE: Part-Time
Salary: Per credit hour
Job Summary:
The Drake University School of Education – Department of Teaching and Learning invites applications for an Adjunct Instructor in ESL Education. This candidate will be responsible for teaching TESL 125/225: Teaching Literacy to Multilingual Students. This course fulfills requirements for Drake University’s K–12 ESL endorsement and focuses on research-based and culturally responsive literacy instruction for multilingual learners.
The successful candidate will teach one section of TESL 125/225 in Fall 2026. The course objectives and syllabus have already been established. The instructor will be responsible for facilitating course activities and projects designed to meet course objectives as well as grading all related coursework. The course is delivered in an online format with required synchronous Zoom sessions.
Course Description
TESL 125/225: Teaching Literacy to Multilingual Students focuses on literacy instruction for multilingual learners across K–12 contexts. The course is grounded in second-language literacy and content-based instruction and explores best practices for supporting literacy development in English while maintaining students’ home and community languages.
Topics include:
• Literacy development across first and additional languages
• Biliteracy development and translanguaging
• Technology and multiliteracies
• Vocabulary acquisition and reading comprehension
• Writing instruction for multilingual learners
• Literacy assessment for English learners
• Supporting diverse multilingual populations including newcomers, long-term English learners, and SLIFE students
• Culturally responsive approaches to literacy instruction
Drake University is committed to inclusive excellence and encourages applications from candidates who will contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community.
Minimum Qualifications:
• Master’s degree in TESOL, ESL Education, Literacy Education, Curriculum and Instruction, or related field
• Experience working with multilingual learners in educational settings
Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience teaching multilingual learners in K–12 settings
• College/university teaching experience, particularly with adult learners
• Experience with online and hybrid teaching formats
• Knowledge of culturally responsive and equitable literacy instruction practices
• Experience designing literacy instruction for English learners
• Doctoral degree in TESOL, ESL Education, Literacy Education, Curriculum and Instruction, or related field
Job Duties:
- 65% - each using the pre-developed syllabus and readings
- 10% - Maintain timely communication with students to assist them in achieving course objectives
- 10% - Monitor and document individual student progress
- 5% - Establish consistent methods of assessing students around course objectives
- 5% - Motivate students to actively participate in all aspects of the course
- 5% - Communicate questions and concerns with collaborating ESL faculty
Special Instructions to Applicants:
For consideration, you must apply online. Please include a resume and cover letter.
If you have any questions about this job positing or the application process, please email leah.carey@drake.edu .
Review of Applications Begins:
A review of applications will begin immediately. This position will remain open until filled.
For faculty positions, selection will depend on the receipt of recommendation confirming the candidate's scholarly achievements and teaching abilities and/or on the candidate's satisfactory passing of a teaching demonstration if selected for an on-campus interview. For staff positions, selection will depend upon careful review of each applicant’s references, education, and, if applicable, experience.
ABOUT DRAKE
Drake University is recognized as a top private university in the Midwest. Drake is a midsize university in Des Moines, Iowa, with an increasingly diverse student body. We are deeply committed to equity and inclusion and creating a sense of belonging for all members of the campus community—faculty, staff, and students alike. More than 900 faculty and staff are part of the Bulldog pack, a close-knit group of colleagues enthusiastic about preparing students to be global citizens and leaders, challenging assumptions. Drake University is not only an outstanding institution of higher learning, it is also a wonderful place to work. We are enthusiastically committed to welcoming new ideas and people into the fold, and to retaining and rewarding stellar employees.
All positions at Drake provide opportunities to contribute to Drake University’s core mission of creating an exceptional learning environment that prepares students of all backgrounds for meaningful lives and professional accomplishments.
STRONG COMMITMENT TO A DIVERSE AND INCLUSIVE COMMUNITY
At Drake University, we don’t just accept differences—we celebrate them, we support them, and we thrive on them for the benefit of our students, our employees, and our community. As reflected in our Core Values, we embrace a diverse and inclusive community.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
Drake University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. Drake University is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations in its services, programs, activities, education, and employment for individuals with disabilities. If you would benefit from an accommodation at any point in the recruitment process (including using our online application process), please contact Drake Human Resources (p: 515.271.3133; e: jobs@drake.edu) and let us know how we can assist you.
