Employment

 

Part-time Positions

Lecturers

The ELP welcomes applications throughout the year for adjunct (part-time) lecturers. Minimum qualifications are relevant teaching experience and completion of graduate coursework in TESOL. Preference is given to candidates who have received a master's in TESOL or closely related field, plus one year relevant teaching experience.  Applicants should send a resume and cover letter via email  to Ms. Jenny L. Seng at jseng@sas.upenn.edu or mail them to the following address:

Ms. Jenny L. Seng
English Language Programs
110 Fisher-Bennett Hall, 3340 Walnut Street
University of Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, PA 19104-6274 USA

Program Assistants

Part-time program assistants are student workers who staff our Student Center or provide administrative support to various ELP programs. As familiarity with the campus is extremely helpful, most program assistants are Penn students at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Prospective applicants should check for openings on the Penn Student Employment website: http://www.sfs.upenn.edu/seo/. Questions can be directed to Candice Johnson, Coordinator of Student Services at candicej@sas.upenn.edu.

 

Full-time Positions

With a full-time faculty and staff of over 25, the ELP occasionally has openings. Current openings (if any) are listed below. Qualified applicants must apply through the Penn Human Resources website rather than through the ELP.

Univeristy Connection Programs Manager

Reference # 130434482

The University Connection Programs Manager has primary responsibility for planning and overseeing successful delivery and smooth operation of the University Connection programs, which includes University Connection (UniConn) and Foundation Year Programs; planning and overseeing academic and advising services for students in University Connection programs. This position oversees the coordination, recordkeeping and communication required by the University Connection programs. The UCP Manager supervises a team that includes the University Connection Counselor, Academic Advising Specialist, and contract test prep providers. This position teaches in the University Connection Programs courses and occasionally in the Intensive English Program. This position will also serve on the Steering Council, the main decision-making body at the ELP.

Qualifications: Master's degree and 3 years to 5 years of experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience, are required. Master's degree in TESOL or related field, with a minimum of 3 years experience teaching English for academic purposes, preferred. Two years of experience in academic advising and intercultural counseling; understanding of admissions requirements and government regulations for international students; experience interacting in a larger university context in regard to student intervention; ability to lead and work as part of a team; familiarity with administrative technologies.

Academic Advising Specialist

Reference #130434509

This position counsels and advises University Connection Programs students on university applications, academic options and plans, personal matters, and student crisis intervention in the English Language Programs (ELP).  This position maintains student records pertaining to University applications for UCP students. This position will also teach in the Intensive Program, University Connection program, and in Foundation Year programs.  This position will conduct application workshops and be expected to maintain professional development expertise through participation in TESOL related conferences and events.

Qualifications: Master's degree in TESOL or related field. Minimum of 3 years experience teaching English for academic purposes. Experience advising international students. Familiarity with instructional and administrative technologies; ability to work as part of a team.