Required Experience:
Six (6) months of experience working in a general office environment, including considerable public contact.
AND
Six (6) months experience working with English as a Second Language ( ESL ) learners.
Conditions of Employment:
Preferred QUALIFICATIONS
Preferred Education
Post-secondary coursework related to and/or training in teaching English as a Second Language.
AND /OR
Post-secondary coursework in English grammar and/or syntax
Preferred Experience
Experience administering and/or scoring ESL assessment tools.
Experience in a community college setting.
More than six (6) months experience working with learners of English as a Second Language.
Multicultural experience and bilingual proficiency in a non-English languages represented in the Lane community (Spanish, Chinese, Vietnamese, Russian and/or Arabic).
Bilingual/Multicultural Statement:
Multicultural experience and bilingual proficiency in World languages is preferred.
A demonstrated commitment to promote and enhance the concepts of social justice and culturally competent behaviors is expected.
Equivalency Statement:
Equivalent combination of training and experience will be considered for meeting minimum qualifications.
Applicants are responsible to show how their personal training and experience would qualify them for the position.
Position Purpose:
This position will be responsible to administer a variety of English proficiency tests to place students at appropriate level in ESL classes and to provide data needed for program required by funding sources.
Essential Functions:
Essential Functions
Determines the appropriate test or tests to provide.
Administers and scores a variety of tests on a group or individual basis.
Distributes scores to appropriate persons; discusses test scores and course scheduling options; records students’ tests.
Inputs testing records into computer database and assists in follow-up testing research; provides scoring, maintains testing records.
Performs accurate data entry and other clerical tasks related to the area of assignment; may provide ongoing computer technology support.
Maintains confidentiality of all scores and personnel information.
Cultural Competency
Actively demonstrate and advocate for Lane’s core value of Diversity by modeling and ensuring diversity and cultural competency (respect, inclusiveness, reflecting, valuing and welcoming of cultural differences) regardless of age, color, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, social class, marital status, national origin, race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, veteran’s status, nationality, age, origin, first language, geographic location, communication style or work style or status.
Other duties as assigned.
Supervision Statement:
Reports to and works under the general supervision of a department manager or other supervisor. A lead worker may train, assign work, provide priorities and be available to troubleshoot problems on a daily basis. Detailed guidelines and instructions are provided in the form of procedures manuals and/or program requirements. General daily routines are performed independently according to these guidelines. Work is reviewed for the quality of services provided to students and/or community volunteers.
Physical Demands/Working Environment:
Work safely.
Sit and/or stand for long periods of time. May work on a computer for up to eight (8) hours a day.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Knowledge of and Skills in:
The operation of office equipment including computer, phone, printer, copy machine, etc.
Use of on-line scheduling software, WIKIs, forms, etc.
Federal, State and institutional rules, policies, and procedures as they relate to specific area of assignment.
Entering data with accuracy and efficiency under time constraints.
Compiling data and generating reports from computerized databases.
Ability to:
Keep accurate records and maintain confidentiality.
Communicate effectively orally and in writing and use active listening techniques.
Learn policies and procedures relating to each test given and follow procedural guidelines accurately.
Work collaboratively and independently.
Work and communicate with persons with a wide range of abilities, and ethnic, socioeconomic, and language backgrounds.
Applicant Instructions:
Applicant Instructions
To be considered a candidate for this position, all of the following documents must be included in the application package.
Ensure that all dates of employment, hours worked and job duties are completed in your application. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
To be considered a candidate for this position, all of the following must be included in the application package:
1. Online Application – complete in entirety . In order to be considered for this position no section of the application can be left blank.
2. Cover Letter – attach a concise letter clearly detailing how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position.
3. References – provide a minimum of three (3) work-related references. Must include current and valid contact information.
For assistance with the online program contact 541-463-5586.
For position inquiries
Lane Community College
Anna Gates Tapia, Dean
English as a Second Language
4000 E 30th Ave
Building 11/201
Eugene, OR 97405
Contact Phone: 541-463-5515
Contact Email: gates-tapiaa@lanecc.edu
Transcript Instructions:
Transcripts are not required for this position but are preferred to demonstrate post-secondary coursework in preferred areas.
College and Division Information:
College Information
The goal of Lane Community College is to help students achieve their dreams and transform lives through learning. The faculty and staff are dedicated to helping students succeed. Lane partners with businesses in the community to help shape the current and future workforce.
Lane is a learning-centered community college that provides affordable, quality, lifelong educational opportunities that include:
Professional technical and college transfer programs
Employee skill upgrading, business development and career enhancement
Foundational academic, language and life skills development
Lifelong personal development and enrichment, cultural and community service
Programs
Lane Community College is a comprehensive community college. The college offers a wide variety of instructional programs including transfer credit programs, career and technical degree and certificate programs, continuing education noncredit courses, programs in English as a Second Language and International ESL , GED programs, and customized training for local businesses. Classes are offered at several locations, and online classes and telecourses are also available.
Lane offers a range of culinary and hospitality, health, automotive, industrial, and flight programs.
See our complete list of Career and Technical Programs.
History
Lane was founded in 1964 by a vote of local citizens, and the main campus opened in 1968. The college was a successor to the Eugene Technical-Vocational School that was founded in 1938. Lane has received many awards and accolades for its innovative programs and high quality instruction. The college is a member of the League for Innovation in the Community College.
One of the advantages of working at Lane is living in the area. Lane’s main campus is in Eugene, a city known for its quality of life and for being the home of the University of Oregon. Eugene is home to more than 153,000 people and neighboring Springfield has more than 57,000 residents comprise the second largest population center in the state. Eugene and Springfield are nestled in the Willamette Valley between the Pacific Ocean and the Cascade Mountains. Some peaks in the Cascade Range can be seen from main campus. The area’s scenic mountains, forests, rivers, lakes, and coastline offer many opportunities for outdoor adventures. See what’s new at www.eugenecascadescoast.org/ (link is external).
Union Association:
LCC Employees Federation (Classified)
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