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Location

Sioux Falls, South Dakota

Quick overview

The instructor will teach English language classes to adult learners in the community twice a week for 2.5 hours per session. They will report directly to the Bridges Director and manage classroom instruction throughout the semester.

Requirements summary

Candidates must hold a minimum of a bachelor's degree with a 3.0 GPA and possess a TEFL/TESOL certificate or EL endorsement. A master's degree and experience in language instruction are preferred.

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Job description

University of Sioux Falls

ESL Adjunct Instructor in Bridges English (ESL)

The Bridges program offers classes for adults in the Sioux Falls community who want to learn or improve their English language skills. Bridges is seeking a teacher of English as a Foreign/Second/Other language for fall semester classes.

  • Instructors are hired on a part-time, semester-by-semester basis, contingent upon the University's needs.
  • Additionally, based on need, a successful instructor may have the option to continue for a subsequent semester.
  • The instructor position for Bridges is part-time and housed in Academic Affairs.
  • Adult English classes meet twice a week for 2.5 hours per class over the course of the semester.
  • The Fall 2026 semester will begin on August 19th and end on November 24th.

Instructors teaching for Bridges report directly to the Bridges Director.

Qualifications

The successful candidate must have a TEFL/TESOL certificate or EL endorsement, and a minimum of a bachelor’s degree (minimum 3.0 GPA) from an accredited institution, although a master’s degree is preferred. A degree in Foreign Language Study, English, or ESL/ENL/ELL is preferred but not required. The ideal candidate will possess an understanding of language learner needs and have an appreciation of cultural diversity.

Application

Applicants should provide a letter of application, curriculum vitae (CV), and names and contact information for a minimum of three professional references familiar with the candidate’s teaching. If hired, official copies of graduate transcripts and a background check will be required.

Resumes will be reviewed beginning immediately and until the position is successfully filled.

The University of Sioux Falls is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer.