The English Foundation Program serves as the academic bridge to undergraduate study by preparing students for success through intensive instruction in academic English, quantitative reasoning, and university learning skills.

The English Foundation Program at American International University (AIU) prepares students for success in English-medium degree programs through an intensive curriculum grounded in evidence-based pedagogy, active learning, and continuous improvement. The program emphasizes academic communication, critical thinking, learner autonomy, and the academic skills necessary for success in undergraduate study. Instruction is intentionally designed, evidence-informed, and aligned with clearly articulated Student Learning Outcomes. We seek faculty who approach teaching as a scholarly, evidence-informed practice and who are committed to advancing student learning through intentional course design, meaningful assessment, and continuous improvement. Successful candidates understand that effective instruction is outcomes-driven, informed by evidence of student learning, and strengthened through scholarly teaching, collaboration, and continuous professional growth.

Desired Candidate Profile

• Master's degree in TESOL, Applied Linguistics, TEFL, or a closely related discipline
• Minimum of 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
• University Foundation Programs, Intensive English Programs (IEPs), English for Academic Purposes (EAP), or other English-medium higher education contexts
• Evidence-based, student-centered pedagogy and active learning
• Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs), constructive alignment, and outcomes-based curriculum and assessment
• Formative assessment and data-informed instructional decision-making
• Educational technology and the pedagogically appropriate integration of artificial intelligence (AI)
• Accreditation, quality assurance, curriculum review, and continuous improvement