Assistant/Associate Professor of ESL

Job Description

The Opportunity

Assistant Professor of ESL (Non-Tenure Track)

Position Summary

The Assistant Professor of English as a Second Language (ESL) at the Embry-Riddle Language Institute (ERLI) is a non-tenure track, full-time faculty position dedicated to high-quality instruction and student success. The faculty member’s primary responsibilities are teaching, advising, and contributing to curriculum delivery in alignment with ERLI’s mission and accreditation standards. Non-tenure track faculty are vital members of the academic community and are appointed on renewable contracts based on performance and program need.

Primary Responsibilities

Teaching & Teaching-Related Duties

• Organize instructional planning according to objectives in the ERLI curriculum.
• Oversee the continuous improvement of courses to strengthen content and ensure coverage of all curricula.
• Complete and submit syllabi, course plans, diagnostic and final exams, Early & Midterm Alerts, and other required documents by established due dates.
• Maintain accurate daily attendance records in the online system.
• Keep grade records and report grades weekly.
• Assess student academic progress on an ongoing basis using sufficient and appropriate measures.
• Provide academic advisement for ERLI students, including coursework support, academic intervention, and success strategies.
• Contribute positively to student success through supportive philosophy, professional attitude, and consistent performance.

Service & Engagement

• Participate in required ERLI faculty meetings and serve on committees as appropriate.
• Support departmental initiatives that strengthen instructional quality, student experience, and program development.

Professional Development

• Participate in professional development activities as required in the ERLI Faculty Professional Development Policy.
• Remain current in the field of TESOL/Applied Linguistics through readings, workshops, and other professional activities.

Embry-Riddle: A Global Leader in Aviation and Aerospace

With vibrant campuses in Daytona Beach, FL, and Prescott, AZ—along with a Worldwide network spanning roughly 120 global locations—Embry-Riddle proudly stands as the world’s largest aviation and aerospace university. Now celebrating our 100th year, we continue to lead innovation in STEM education, serving more than 30,000 students worldwide. Our cutting-edge programs in Applied Science, Aviation, Business, Technology, Engineering, Safety, Security, and Space prepare the next generation of leaders shaping the future of flight and beyond.

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Perks Await You at Embry-Riddle!  

• Generous Time Off: Enjoy 9+ paid holidays, including the day after Thanksgiving and the week between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day.
• Tuition Coverage: Get 100% tuition coverage for yourself for one undergraduate and one graduate degree, and discounted rates for your spouse and dependent children up to age 26.
• Retirement Contributions: ERAU contributes 6% of your base salary to your retirement plan and offers a 4% matching contribution – with no vesting period.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in TESOL, Applied Linguistics, or closely related field
• Minimum 2 years of postsecondary ESL/EAP teaching experience, preferably in an intensive English program
• Experience in curriculum development, assessment, and academic advising
• Familiarity with instructional technology and hybrid/online teaching
• Native or near-native oral and written English fluency
• Strong intercultural communication skills and sensitivity to the needs of international students
• Evidence of effective instructional planning, assessment, and record keeping

Preferred Qualifications:

• 1+ years of experience teaching EFL abroad
• Experience teaching remotely via Zoom or similar platforms
• Familiarity with Canvas or other learning management systems
• Experience presenting and/or publishing in the TESOL field
• TESOL Certificate (100+ class hours plus monitored practicum)
• Active membership in local or national TESOL professional associations
• Bilingual or multilingual proficiency

Application process/requirements

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

To submit your application for this opportunity, please visit the Embry-Riddle Career Site and search for requisition number R311048. Please attach all relevant materials to your application when you apply online. Complete submissions include:

• Cover letter
• Full CV
• Statements of teaching philosophy
• Contact information for at least three professional references (please note that references may be contacted as part of the interview/screening process)

Current Embry-Riddle employees: Please apply directly through the ERAU Employee Hub Central application within Workday.

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