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GED Instructor P/T

8/21/2025

Position: GED Instructor (Math), Adult Basic Education

Division: Families, Community Building and Workforce Development

Reports to: Deputy Director, Education Center

Location: Brooklyn Community Services (BCS) Education Center, 132 32nd St Suite #123, Brooklyn, NY11232

Status/Hours: Part-time - 18 hours per week -- Classes run Monday through Thursday from 10 am to 1:30 pm, with 12 contact hours and 6 paid prep hours per week
Salary Range: $42/hour - $42/hour

Program Description:
The Education Center provides a wide range of adult education services to the Brooklyn community. Our offerings include ESL classes, GED preparation courses, and language-supported vocational training. Additionally, the Education Center operates a Family Welcome Center, where we provide case management, wrap-around services, workforce development programming, and regular community workshops and events. Many of our students speak Spanish, Arabic, or Chinese as their first language.

Position Description:
The GED Instructor will be responsible for teaching GED preparation classes to adults aged 17 and older. The role involves teaching math at two levels; one lower-level math class and one higher-level math class.

Responsibilities:

Prepare students for the GED exam with instruction in math
Prepare and follow a detailed curriculum
Take daily attendance and collect examples of student work
Work collaboratively with program staff to identify and address student needs
Administer pre-tests and post-tests using TABE
Attend professional development training and seek opportunities to further develop a teaching practice
Other duties as assigned

Accountable For:

Student retention
Student outcomes

Qualifications Required:

Bachelors in Education/Art/Science or a related field
Two years teaching experience (preferably in an adult education setting)
Language skills in Spanish, Arabic, and/or Chinese are preferred
Strong computer skills
Ability to demonstrate strong time management, organizational skills, and problem solving skills
Willingness to collaborate with colleagues and work as part of a team
Ability to communicate effectively in the face of stress, feedback, or change

To apply go to the careers page on the BCS website.

BCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.

ESOL Adjunct InstructorP/T

8/21/2025

The Institute for Intensive English at Union College of Union County, NJ (UCNJ) has adjunct positions available for FALL 2025 classes, on the Elizabeth, NJ campus. (Located a few steps away from the Elizabeth NJ Transit stop and a 10 minute drive from the Goethals bridge.)

Availability mornings, in person classes only.

Candidates must have a master’s degree in TESOL, or a master’s in a related field plus certificate with graduate credit.

Details and application are on the HR website:
https://ucc.peopleadmin.com/postings/11103

ESOL Instructor F/T

8/13/2025

Job Summary
Adult English Language and Literacy (AELL) provides ESOL and adult literacy instruction across The New York Public Library (NYPL). Professional teachers deliver free instruction to adult patrons in reading, writing, speaking and listening from a 0 to 8th grade level. The Specialist II/Lead Instructor is responsible for delivering formal classes in ESOL/Literacy and specialized workshops necessary to increase instructional intensity and student persistence. The Specialist II is responsible for entering and maintaining student data related to this instruction. This position also contributes to the student intake, registration, and assessment of students which happens between each cycle.

Responsibilities:

Teach formal classes in ESOL and basic literacy in both in-person and online formats to assist adult ESOL/Literacy students in improving their English skills (50%)
Provide specialized workshops (citizenship, conversation, numeracy, etc.) that promote language and literacy acquisition at various levels. (10%)
Prepare lesson plans that align with the curriculum. (20%)
Work as part of the student intake team at system-wide student information sessions and registrations. (10%)
Maintain program information using ASISTS database (student attendance, assessment, demographics, etc.) (10%)
Perform other related duties as assigned

Required Education and Certifications

Master’s Degree in TESOL, Education, English, or a related field

Required Experience

Experience teaching ESOL/literacy to adults at a basic literacy level, who have limited English proficiency (LEP)
Experience providing online synchronous instruction utilizing Google Meet, Zoom or a similar platform

Required Skills

Ability to communicate simply and courteously with limited English proficient library users
Strong teamwork and collaboration skills to organize and execute large student registration events and instructional opportunities across three boroughs
Ability to incorporate instructional software and technology into instruction
Ability to work independently with a strong sense of focus, and ability to meet deadlines

Managerial/Supervisory Responsibilities:
N/A

NYPL Core Values:
All team members are expected and encouraged to embody the NYPL Core Values:

Be Helpful to patrons and colleagues
Be Resourceful in solving problems
Be Curious in all aspects of your work
Be Welcoming and Inclusive

Work Environment

Public library setting

Physical Duties

Lifting/moving laptops and textbooks weighing up to 25 pounds required
May require travel within NYC

Pre-Placement Physical Required?

Schedule

35 hours per week with 2 evenings required (12pm-8pm) and Saturdays as needed
Schedules are subject to change.

This job description represents the types and levels of responsibilities that will be required of the position and shall not be construed as a declaration of all of the specific duties and responsibilities for the role. Employees may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description as needed.

Salary is $70,393 plus benefits.
Apply at this link:
https://nypl.pinpointhq.com/postings/02243e3c-6c85-4bb0-b7fe-9103199b436c

ESOL Instructor P/T

8/12/2025

Part-Time ESOL Instructors – Morning and Evening Programs

LaGuardia Community College – Center for Immigrant Education and Training (CIET)The Center for Immigrant Education and Training (CIET) at LaGuardia Community College is seeking dynamic and innovative part-time ESOL instructors to teach in its adult ESOL programs.

Position Responsibilities:

Teach approximately 9 hours per week in the Morning and Evening ESOL Programs:
- Morning: 9:15 AM – 12:15 PM
- Evening: 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM
- Days: Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday
Create a communicative, dynamic, inclusive and culturally responsive learner-centered classroom environment for immigrant English language learners.
Deliver contextualized instruction around themes such as:
- College transition
- Civic engagement
- Career planning and job readiness
- Reading and writing development
Monitor and document student progress and attendance.
Support the program with all required administrative documentation.
Attend 14 hours of paid RAEN professional development.
Perform other related duties as needed.

Compensation:

$40 per hour for instruction
Additional 2 hours per week for preparation time, paid at the same rate.

Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree and a recognized TESOL certification or MA TESOL coursework
Relevant and substantial ESOL teaching experience
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including proven ability to build rapport with students.

Please send resume, cover letter, and contact information for 2 professional references to Anemary Soares at [email protected]

Youth Development Life Coach F/T

8/12/2025

Position Type: Full-Time | Location: Crotona Park East, The Bronx
Commonpoint (Samuel Field YM&YWHA) Opportunity Youth Programs at Commonpoint consist of
educational, employment, and wrap-around services for NYC youth ages 17-24. The department provides
GED classes, vocational training, career and college readiness, and case management services.

Program Details: Commonpoint is seeking to hire a Youth Development Life Coach for our Opportunity
Youth Programs at our Bronx location. The Youth Development Life Coach is responsible for facilitating
Support Skills groups for youths in our GED and Vocational Training programs. These groups include, but
are not limited to: resume and work readiness prep, college information and applications, SEL, career
explorations, financial literacy, and health. The Youth Development Life Coach is also required to
coordinate with outside providers to put together workshops, field trips, and invite guest speakers. In
addition, the Youth Development Life Coach will ensure that cohorts in the Opportunity Youth portfolio
obtain industry-based credentials through our various partners as well as from in-house training. In
addition to classes, the Youth Development Life Coach will also schedule one on one time to support
youth with preparing for their GED or Vocational Training exams. The Youth Development Life Coach will
report to the Director of Education.

Responsibilities:

Facilitate daily groups on topics including but not limited to: mental health, physical health, positive social skills, financial literacy, career, and college exploration. Facilitator will be able to use a combination of group activities, contextualized and experiential learning, discussions and role-plays and outsourcing.
Support youth in obtaining entry credentials to improve their work readiness
Produce individualized Work and Career Readiness packets for all cohorts in the Opportunity
Youth portfolio based on their goals, interests, and vocational training paths.
Liaise and coordinate partnerships with businesses and community agencies for the delivery of support skills classes, guest speakers, and industry-focused one-ticketed events.
Work with the Director of Education to plan community events & field trips relevant to areas of study
Attend all relevant meetings, trainings, agency, and funding events as needed
Responsible for other duties in the needs of the program(s), the agency and or responsibilities assigned by the Supervisor.
Develop, organize, and track participant work to meet internal and funder compliance requirements.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree required; Master’s degree preferred
Knowledge of Trauma-Informed Care and De-escalation Practices is preferred
Minimum 2 years of group facilitation experience
Minimum 2 years of demonstrated experience in providing work readiness and/or industry-recognized credential instruction and direct youth development services.
Knowledge of educational/vocational programs for youth, labor market trends, and opportunities for youth.
Knowledge of GED exams and study skills preferred.
Ability to outreach and engage young people in the educational and career development process
Show professionalism, punctuality, and dedication in order to demonstrate best practices to students and peers.
Experienced working with MS Office, primarily Excel, Word, and PPT, knowledgeable in Google applications, primarily in Sheets, Docs, and Slides. Proficient in Computer navigation as well as PDF.
Experienced working with DYCD-Workforce contract and PTS preferred.

Hours: Monday through Friday, 35 hours per week, occasional evening and weekend hours as needed
Salary: $50,000 - $55,000

To apply: send resume and cover letter to Jacqueline De La Cruz, Advance and Earn Director,
[email protected]

HSE Coordinator F/T

8/12/2025

Position filled

Program Coordinator F/T

8/12/2025

Position Filled

GED Instructor P/T

ESOL Adjunct InstructorP/T

ESOL Instructor F/T

ESOL Instructor P/T

Youth Development Life Coach F/T

HSE Coordinator F/T

Program Coordinator F/T

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