ESL Specialist

POSITION #: 200105EMPLOYMENT SPECIFICS:Full-Time (Exempt Administrative/Professional/Technical Appointment, 260 days), 1.0 FTE. *This is a grant-funded position through the Title V, MI CASA program.POSITION LOCATION: Fort Morgan, COPURPOSE/SUMMARY OF JOB:The MI CASA (MCC Innovating Careers, Access, and Student Achievement) project is funded through a U.S. Department of Education Developing Hispanic-Serving Institutions (DHSI) Title V grant (Award #: P031S230272). MI CASA (“my house” in Spanish) project intends to help encourage Hispanic and low-income students to feel a sense of welcome and belonging at MCC, ultimately increasing student success, career readiness, and transfer. The ESL Specialist position works to identify the college’s English Language Learners (ELL), analyze their needs, provide direct services, and track progress toward goals. The ESL Specialist shall perform all duties while promoting opportunities for inclusion, expressing the valuing of differences, and regularly demonstrating the college’s commitment to the Guiding Principles.REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:Associate degree in a related field from an accredited college or university. Bilingual in English/Spanish, with an ability to interpret and translate verbal and written material. Have skills and abilities necessary to work with ESL/ELL students. These include but are not limited to the ability to convey complex English language concepts in a way that is understandable to students, patience, adaptability to varied learner styles and speeds, empathy for the learner, and the ability to foster an excellent and supportive teacher-student and advisor-student relationship. Ability to work effectively and positively with a diverse student population, promoting a positive and high energy student experience.Excellent verbal and written communications skills, and ability to exercise judgment and critical thinking toward all communications within the position. Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.Exceptional organizational and time management with demonstrated ability to plan, coordinate, prioritize, and effectively execute multiple initiatives, programs, and events, while meeting established deadlines. Ability to develop working networks with diverse constituencies.Technical and computer skills to support assessment and continuous improvement of retention services.Occasional travel (day, evening, overnight and weekends) throughout the college service area and the state to carry out duties of the position. Occasional long and irregular hours and the ability to participate in evening and weekend commitments as necessary.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Knowledge and experience with administering career assessments.Experience working in a community college or university setting.Experience working with enterprise software packages such as Banner, EAB Navigate, and student case management software. Experience developing external partnerships, including the creation of transfer agreements and other relevant activities.Experience working in an inclusive learning & working environment and demonstrated ability to work effectively with students, employers, faculty, and staff of diverse backgrounds.Anticipated Start Date: June 2024Salary and Benefits: $43,100 to $49,565 based on education, skills and experience. Candidates with an additional degree may receive an extra base increase. Benefits include health, life, dental insurance, LTD & benefit package including tuition reimbursement in accordance with Colorado Community College and Occupational Education System policies. No relocation assistance is provided.Application Procedures: Review of applications is ongoing. For maximum consideration, application packet must be received by May 10, 2024. Position will remain open until filled. All applicants must use the following link to apply: https://morgancc.applicantpro.com/. All required documents shall be uploaded using this link. Complete application packets include:Cover Letter responding to the position description and required qualificationsComplete and current resumeMCC Employment Application: https://morgancc.applicantpro.com/Academic Transcripts (unofficial copies acceptable during the application process)Names and contact information of three recent job-related references who can address your expertise and background for this positionIncomplete application packets may not be considered.Selection Procedure: Candidates will be evaluated on the basis of their qualifications as related to the duties and responsibilities of the position. Final candidates will be invited to travel to the College, at their own expense, to interview with the Screening Committee and college officials.About Morgan Community College (MCC):MCC is one of 13 colleges comprising the Colorado Community College System (CCCS). The college has been named a Great College to Work For by the Chronicle of Higher Education in the past decade. MCC is located on I-76, 80 miles northeast of Denver and approximately 100 miles east of Rocky Mountain National Park. MCC provides high quality transferable courses and career & technical education culminating in a variety of certificate, associate, and baccalaureate degree programs through traditional, innovative, and non-traditional delivery methods in an 11,500 square mile regional area of eastern Colorado. The College serves this vast, rural, agricultural area from its main campus in Fort Morgan and through four regional locations in Bennett, Limon, Burlington and Wray. These locations are 75 to 150 miles from the campus in Fort Morgan. The College is seeking dynamic, creative individuals who are committed to the community college philosophy, student success, and public service. MCC seeks individuals looking for a rural or small community lifestyle, with excellent conditions for families; proximity to major metropolitan areas; year-round recreation and natural beauty; and a dynamic, forward-looking workplace.Guiding Principles:MCC utilizes four guiding principles that are intended to guide its work, both internally and externally. The guiding principles include (1) integrity, (2) respect, (3) open and honest communication, and (4) collaboration. These guiding principles are a daily part of MCC’s work, and candidates should be prepared to work by and contribute to the organization through these four guiding principles. Our Diverse Community:MCC exists in and serves one of the most diverse communities in Colorado. How the college serves the diverse community is an important reflection of MCC. As an institution, MCC is dedicated to continually improve its respect of and service to the diverse community and is of the utmost importance to promoting educational opportunities for underrepresented students. Applicants, if hired, should be prepared to participate in a workplace that promotes the equitable advancement of educational, social, financial, and other realms of our diverse communities and constituents. Background Check:Finalist must submit to and successfully pass a post-offer, pre-employment background check as a condition of hire. It is Morgan Community College’s procedure to conduct pre-employment background checks on all employment finalists to determine or verify background information, including criminal history, references from previous employment, qualifications, and, when applicable to the position, driving history, credit check, and FBI Fingerprinting. Employment offers are contingent upon receiving a satisfactory report.Drug-Free Workplace:As a condition of employment, each employee shall agree to abide by MCC’s Drug-Free Workplace Policy Statement. It is the policy of Morgan Community College that employees shall not engage in the unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensation, possession or use of a controlled substance in the workplace by an employee is prohibited. Any employee who violates this policy will be subject to appropriate disciplinary actions, which may include termination. The policy in its entirety may be found on the MCC website: www.morgancc.edu. Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986:Morgan Community College complies with the federal Immigration Reform and Control Act of1986. Individuals hired will be required to provide documents to show identity and authorization to work. The law applies to all persons hired.Direct Deposit: State of Colorado fiscal rules require all new hires to be placed on the Direct Deposit Payroll Program.Former Employees:Former employees of Colorado Community College System or one of its 13 colleges who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination, must disclose this information on the employment application.Affirmative Action:For information regarding civil rights compliance or grievance procedures contact:Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Officer; Title IX Coordinator: Director of Human Resources 920 Barlow Road Fort Morgan, CO 80701 (970) 542-3130 Human.resources@morgancc.eduDeputy Title IX Coordinator: Gary Dukes Vice President of Student Services 920 Barlow Road Fort Morgan, CO 80701 (970) 542-3111 Gary.Dukes@morgancc.eduQualified protected class Individuals are encouraged to apply.Discrimination and Harassment: Morgan Community College prohibits all forms of discrimination and harassment including those that violate federal and state law, or the State Board for Community Colleges and Occupational Education Board Policies 3-120. The College does not discriminate on the basis of sex/gender, race, color, age, creed, national or ethnic origin, physical or mental disability, veteran status, pregnancy status, religion, genetic information, gender identity, or sexual orientation, or any other protected category under applicable local, state, or federal law, in its employment practices or educational programs and activities. Morgan Community College will take appropriate steps to ensure that the lack of English language skills will not be a barrier to admission and participation in educational programs.Crime Statistics / Clery Act: Morgan Community College publishes its Annual Campus Security Report in its entirety on the MCC website: www.morgancc.edu. The categories reported are: 1) Murder/Non-negligent manslaughter, 2) Forcible sex offenses including forcible rape, 3) Non-forcible sex offenses, 4) Robbery, 5) Aggravated assault, 6) Burglary, 7) Motor vehicle theft, 8) Arson, 9) Negligent manslaughter, 10) simple assault (pertaining to Hate Offenses), 11) Liquor law violations, 12) Drug law violations, and 13) Illegal weapons possessions. Upon request, an individual may receive a paper copy by addressing the request in writing to: Vice President of Student Services, Morgan Community College, 920 Barlow Road, Fort Morgan, CO 80701.