Employment Opportunity

EO No: 2022-055



Position: Instructor- English
Salary: N/3/C - N/6/A $16,131.00-$17,819.00 PA
Benefits: Position is eligible for housing and transportation benefits
Opening Date: May 18, 2022
Closing Date: June 17, 2022
Location:

CTEC Pohnpei/Instructional
P.O. Box 614
Kolonia, Pohnpei FM 96941

"The FSM is currently under lock down or heavily restricted for certain types of travel internationally and between states due to the Covid 19 pandemic. All candidates as a condition of employment to be hired must be physically present in the State where they are assigned at least two weeks before the start of the employment period. If a candidate is selected but cannot meet this requirement this offer may be withdrawn."

Mission Statement:

The College of Micronesia-FSM is a learner-centered institution of higher education that is committed to the success of the Federated States of Micronesia by providing academic and career & technical educational programs characterized by continuous improvement and best practices.

Values:

Duties and Responsibilities:

Teaching 12 up to 16 contact hours of English courses per week with one to four preparations specifically teaching development English courses and other courses within the specialty of instructor. Teaching classes in accordance with the goals and objectives of the course as described in the course outline. Maintaining accurate records of student attendance and student learning outcomes/grades, in accordance with COM-FSM regulations. Submitting records to Instructional Coordinator after the end of the semester/session. Keeping at least 5 office hours per week. Participating in one standing committee or providing alternative services to the college and community; may be asked to participate in adhoc committees. Advising students. Participating in special College functions such as graduation. Participating in Division activities. This includes meetings, curriculum development and developing procedures for improving current classes. Prepare, review and revise course outlines and syllabi as necessary. Participating in assessment activities. Participating in professional development. Serve on committee. Attending to additional needs of the College or the community as agreed upon by the faculty member in consultation with their supervisor. Perform other related duties assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Master's degree in English, TESOL, Linguistics or ESL with specialty in TESOL from a US accredited college and two years of full time teaching experience. Foreign credentials must be equated to US standards using World Education Services at http://www.wes.org. Experience with establishment and assessment of student learning outcomes. Demonstrate ability to hold interest of students, command their respect, be fair and impartial and encourage participation. Good interpersonal communication skills. Ability to give evidence of exemplary teaching ability, initiative, interpersonal skills, and cultural sensitivity are essential. Ability to use common software programs used at the college (MS word, E-mail apps, word processing, spreadsheet, world wide web interface, etc.). Experience and ability to work with diverse faculty, staff and students. Experience with online teaching is essential.

Preferred qualifications: Two years' experience living and teaching overseas from the applicant homeland and experience teaching developmental English courses.

Contact:
Applications are available at the College of Micronesia-FSM Human Resources Office, state campus sites or at the college's website at www.comfsm.fm.
Application Procedure:

Interested candidates must submit the following documents:

  1. A letter of interest addressing how the candidate's professional qualification and experience match the minimum essential requirements of the position (not to exceed three pages);
  2. COM-FSM application form http://www.comfsm.fm/jobs/HRdocs/employment08.pdf
  3. A current resume which includes personal email address and cellular phone number;
  4. Copies of college transcripts for all degrees earned;
  5. A minimum of three professional reference letters;
  6. Court Report (criminal background check) under 6 months old; and
  7. A brief teaching philosophy

Documents are to be submitted electronically to hro@comfsm.fm (preferably as PDF attachments) or mailed to:

Human Resources Office
College of Micronesia-FSM
P. O. Box 159
Pohnpei FM 96941

(U.S Postal Service domestic rates apply in the Federated States of Micronesia.)

Applications will be accepted until June 17, 2022 followed by screening by the committee or until filled. Official and hard copies of college transcripts are require to be mailed directly from schools to HRO when a candidate is being considered.

The College reserves the right to request or require from any applicant additional documentation or certification in addition to the minimum requirements stated in this advertisement in order to be considered for this position. All persons applying must meet or exceed any additional qualifications required in the COM-FSM Personnel Policy and Procedure Manual.


The College of Micronesia - FSM is an equal opportunity employer.
FSM Citizens are encouraged to apply