English Foundation Program Instructor

About the role

The English Foundation Program at American International University (AIU) prepares students for English-medium undergraduate study through intensive instruction in academic English, quantitative reasoning and university learning skills. The university is a private institution in Kuwait founded in 2019, offering degrees in Engineering, Architecture and Design, and Business Administration. The instructor reports to the Director of the English and Math Foundation Program.

Key responsibilities

• Teach up to 20 contact hours per week.
• Design and deliver student-centered instruction using evidence-based practices aligned with Student Learning Outcomes.
• Develop, administer and evaluate assessments, using formative assessment and student learning data to inform instruction and continuous improvement.
• Integrate educational technologies, including the appropriate use of artificial intelligence, while maintaining academic integrity.
• Maintain accurate attendance, grading, assessment and student records, and hold regular office hours.
• Take part in curriculum development, placement testing, program assessment and accreditation activities.
• Collaborate with colleagues on curriculum, assessment and academic standards, and take part in professional development and committee work.

Required profile

• Master's degree in TESOL, Applied Linguistics, TEFL or a closely related discipline.
• At least three years of English language teaching experience.
• Experience preparing students for academic study in English or English-medium education.
• Native or near-native English proficiency.

Preferred: experience in foundation programs, intensive English programs or English for Academic Purposes; knowledge of Student Learning Outcomes, constructive alignment and accreditation; familiarity with educational technology and AI; commitment to continuous improvement.

Applications are submitted online through the university's careers page, reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled, and the successful candidate is expected to start immediately.