Category: ESOL

ESOL Instructor P/T

7/23/2021

AGENCY BACKGROUND:
Northern Manhattan Improvement Corporation (NMIC) is a community-based, not-for-profit organization founded in 1979 that has grown into a leading multi-service agency with over 120 staff serving New York City with a focus on upper Manhattan and the Bronx. Our mission is to serve as a catalyst for positive change in the lives of the people in our community on their paths to secure and prosperous futures. Integration is the cornerstone of NMIC’s programs, and our staff can identify and address a broad array of immediate needs through comprehensive crisis intervention services. With their crises resolved, clients move seamlessly to capacity building services through our holistic programs designed to transition individuals and families to self-sufficiency.

Our Legal Services, Social Services, and Weatherization programs meet community members’ basic needs including housing, income, nutrition and health.
Our Community Organizing program empowers groups of residents to collectively secure longer term and larger scale improvements to their own basic needs.
Our Education & Career Services program imparts individual community members with the practical tools necessary to build secure and prosperous futures.

Job Title: ESOL Instructor (Part Time)
Department: Education & Career Services
Reports To: Academic Coordinator
Location: Main Office: 45 Wadsworth Avenue, NY, NY 10033
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES:
The English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Instructor is responsible for teaching English to students in NMIC’s adult education program in a way that is dynamic and contextualized for students’ practical use. Instruction will be provided in-person, remotely, and/or in a hybrid setting. In addition, the instructor will develop and submit regular lesson logs, write student case notes, provide insight on the existing curriculum and meet professional development requirements. This is a part time role with availability in the mornings or evenings.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Develop and deliver daily lesson plans and educational activities for students in ESOL programming participating both in-person and simultaneous remote instruction - approximately 15 hours per week including planning time.
Actively maintain a digital classroom using either Google Classroom or a similar program to upload class recordings and assign/provide feedback on class and homework within a timely manner.
Administer Best Plus 2.0 exams and track results (training will be provided).
Monitor students’ educational progress and liaise with staff members provide feedback and establish educational plans.
Complete and submit weekly lesson logs and bimonthly student case notes.
Maintain attendance records, ensure accuracy of completion and submit them to program staff.
Attend professional development sessions according to city and state standards.
Attend and participate in regular program meetings.
Initiate and participate in case conferencing as needed.
Work with Academic Coordinator to integrate technology into class work.

Additional related responsibilities may be assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

BA/BS in relevant subject required; MA in education or TESOL preferred
Minimum two years of ESOL instructional experience, preferably with adults
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Bilingual English/Spanish a plus

NMIC IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:
NMIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively encourages candidates of diverse backgrounds to apply for employment. Applicants must meet the minimum requirements in terms of qualifications. An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered unless specifically stated otherwise.

TO APPLY:
Please submit the following to Jason Bocko, Academic Coordinator, at jasonbocko@nmic.org with the job title in the subject line:
Cover letter
Resume
Sample Lesson Plan
Salary requirements
Indicate if you are interested in a morning (9-12) or evening (6-9) schedule, or if you are available for both.

All attachments should be in Word or PDF form. No phone calls, please.

ESOL Instructor P/T

7/14/2021

ESOL Instructor
Position ID:21-07-10007
Adult Literacy, Education
Brooklyn, NY (Sunset Park);
Virtual (temporary)

About AMPHS
Academy of Medical & Public Health Services (AMPHS) is a community public health organization that aims to empower immigrants, their families, and their communities to improve their health and quality of life. We achieve this through taking a human-centered approach across the social determinants of health and wellbeing while breaking down the systemic barriers to equitable care and access for our communities.
Equally important to promoting disease prevention are our services tackling social determinants of health and barriers to care. AMPHS provides integrated interventions in three program areas: community health response, social services, and community education. AMPHS’ Adult Literacy Program focuses on providing English language instruction to adults 16 years of age and over. In addition to developing grammar, speaking, reading and writing skills, we enrich student education through experiential learning such as field trips, special events, conversation groups, and workshops.
For more information, please visit www.amphsonline.org.

Position Description

We are seeking an experienced an English as a Second or Other Language (ESOL) instructor to teach one or two of the following ESOL levels: Beginner, High Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced. Instructors will be working with immigrant populations primarily from the Latino, Chinese, and Arabic communities of Sunset Park, Brooklyn. AMPHS’ ESOL classes aim to empower community members to not only communicate in everyday settings, but to understand their basic rights as immigrants in daily interactions, such as at the doctor’s office, the bank, or with a government agency. The ESOL instructor should be able to teach from a student-centered perspective and employ innovative teaching methods and strategies. He/she reports directly to the Manager of Community Education.
Primary Responsibilities:
Customize instructional materials by building on own training and experience to create high quality lesson plans to instruct adults in ESOL, using an integrated and relevant, student-driven curriculum
Work with AMPHS staff and partners to integrate teaching topics that empower students to communicate and understand their rights in everyday environments, particularly in healthcare settings
Personally assess each student's level of ability to ensure appropriate placement and subsequent progress
Prepare and distribute instructional materials for classroom/homework use
Manage the classroom effectively to maximize student learning
Attend monthly staff meetings and work collaboratively with the staff concerning curriculum development
Communicate with the Manager of Community Education regarding apparent barriers to student success (e.g., child daycare needs, possible health/housing issues, etc.)
Provide out-of-classroom support to bolster student learning
Maintain daily student attendance records
Prepare reports on students’ attendance and progress, as required
Maintain and update students' learning portfolios
Coordinate with the Manager of Community Education regarding next steps in student's progress toward their goals
Participate in registration at the beginning of class cycles, as needed
Participate in at least 18 hours of professional development trainings throughout the year

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree (B.A.) required; Master’s degree, TESOL, or English teaching certificate preferred
BEST Plus certification preferred
At least three years’ experience serving adult learners and/or teaching ESOL
Experience in working with immigrant communities
Appropriate reading, writing, listening and speaking skills in English
Ability to provide services in a manner sensitive to the backgrounds and cultures of program participants
Demonstrates commitment to leadership development and community building
Bilingual fluency in Spanish, Chinese (Mandarin or Cantonese), and/or Arabic preferred

Time Commitment:

This is a part-time position and begins in September 2021 and ends on June 30, 2022. There are opportunities for an extension of the position beyond this date pending program funding.
Each class requires 6-9 hours per week, including 6 hours of instructional time and 3 hours of prep time. Instructors may elect to teach more than one class per teaching semester, pending program needs.
Morning, evening, and/or weekend availability is required, depending on class session assigned.
Staff meetings and trainings may take place on occasional weekdays (based on instructor availability), evenings or Saturdays.

Compensation: Hourly Rate: $26-30/hour, commensurate with experience

To Apply
Please submit a copy of your cover letter, resume, and certifications (if applicable) to personnel.resources@amphsonline.org. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling first-come, first-serve basis until August 15, 2021

Equal Opportunity Employer
AMPHS is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

ESOL Instructor P/T

6/25/2021

PT ESOL Instructor and Program Support
International Center, Catholic Charities Community Services
Yonkers Office- 204 Hawthorne Avenue

Summary:
The International Center provides educational programming for immigrants and refugees with the goal of improving learners’ English proficiency and communication skills. The incumbent will develop, design, and deliver thoughtful and effective ESOL classes for day laborers and their families at our office in Yonkers.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Course Development and Instruction: In coordination with the Director of Programs, design and deliver in-person 10-week ESOL courses over three semesters each year (September-June) at the beginner and high beginner level. Create thorough and well-developed class curricula focusing on communicative competence for immigrant workers. In line with the current pedagogy, content will be meaningful and relevant to students’ self-sufficiency outside the classroom.
Manage and Support Students: Work with other Center staff and additional CCCS services to address student needs outside the classroom. Conduct participant intake, assess language proficiency, and identify goals. Provide ongoing support to promote learning, engagement, and retention. Work one-on-one with participants as needed.
Monitoring and evaluation: track attendance, implement class surveys/needs assessments, and assist with reporting for funders.
Additional Support: Provide general administrative and program support for the classes including assisting with student registration, pre- and post-testing students using BEST Plus, and maintaining student portfolios and files.
Professional Development: Attend 14 hours of in-person professional development provided by the Hudson Valley Regional Adult Education Network (RAEN) each contract year.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work:
This is a part-time position and work hours are generally evenings from 7 to 9:30 pm two to three times per week. Weekend hours may be required to meet student needs.

Qualifications:

Education and/or experience required:
Bachelor’s degree in Education, ESOL or related field; Masters preferred.
Experience working with multi-level adult ESOL learners in various contexts.
Experience with online instruction.
Experience with BEST Plus preferred.
Previous experience working with students from diverse cultural backgrounds.
Experience with community outreach a plus.

Skills, Licenses and/or competencies required:

Highly motivated and self-starter.
Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
Computer literacy (expertise with Office Suite and Google Drive).
Ability/willingness to work occasional Saturdays.

Please submit resume and cover letter to Elaine.Roberts@catholiccharitiesny.org

ESOL Instructor P/T

6/16/2021

English as a Second Language Teacher for Summer Teen Program
Job Title: Continuing Education Teacher (CET)
Location: Lehman College, CUNY on the Concourse (COTC), 2501 Grand Concourse
Full/Part Time: Part-Time
Regular/Temporary: Temporary

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
The School of Continuing & Professional Studies (SCPS) seeks a dynamic ESL instructor for their new summer course, English Language Academy for Teens.

RESPONSIBILITIES
Teach integrated language learning skills to adolescent learners, ages 14-17, with a Common European Framework level of at least B1 or higher by engaging them with topics in the social sciences, natural sciences, and the arts, alongside some career exploration.

AVAILABILITY

Teach in-person Monday-Thursday, August 3-30, 2021, 10 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. at CUNY on the Concourse (COTC)
Attend virtual planning meetings in July (dates TBD)

For more information including qualifications, preferred qualifications, salary, and how to apply, please visit: www.lehman.edu/academics/continuing-education/job-opportunities.php#ESLTeen. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.

ESOL Volunteer Instructors P/T

6/10/2021

About AMPHS
Academy of Medical & Public Health Services (AMPHS) is a Brooklyn-based, nonprofit organization dedicated to eliminating barriers to accessing healthcare for immigrants and other underserved communities in NYC. Every year, we proudly serve and connect more than 10,000 New Yorkers to healthcare systems. For more information, please visit www.amphsonline.org or follow our work at www.facebook.com/AMPHS.NYC.

Position Description
We are seeking volunteer English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) instructors to facilitate a summer conversation group for Beginner to High Beginner students and/or a Computer Skills class for Beginner and Intermediate learners. Volunteers will be working with immigrant populations primarily from the Latino, Chinese, and Arabic communities of Sunset Park, Brooklyn. This is an excellent opportunity for TESOL teacher trainees and recent graduates from TESOL certification programs looking to gain hands-on teaching experience and get regular feedback from an experienced teacher trainer. Volunteers report directly to the Manager of Community Education. All classes will take place remotely.

Primary Responsibilities

Provide instruction online using Zoom
Prepare lesson plans in advance of each class
Prepare and distribute instructional materials for classroom/homework use
Maintain daily attendance records
Manage the classroom effectively to maximize student learning
Customize instructional materials to create high quality lesson plans using an integrated and relevant, student-driven curriculum

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree (BA) required; TESOL certificate preferred
Appropriate reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills in English
Ability to provide services in a manner sensitive to the backgrounds and cultures of program participants
Language skills
- Computer skills instructors must speak Spanish and/or Mandarin
- Spanish and Mandarin fluency is preferred, but not required for conversation group leaders

Time Commitment

This is a part time volunteer position and begins in early to mid-July and ends on August 30th, 2021. There are possibilities for extension beyond this date.
Each class requires 4 hours of instructional time per week, divided into two days
Volunteer may elect to teach more than one class

Why Volunteer at AMPHS

You will gain a hands-on practical experience working with English language learners
You will have opportunities to participate in in-house professional development workshops
You will receive guidance and feedback from an experienced teacher trainer

To Apply
Please submit a copy of your cover letter, resume, and certifications (if applicable) to ivana.ferguson@amphsonline.org. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling first-come, first-serve basis.

Multiple Positions

5/27/2021

St. Nicks Alliance Workforce Development is ramping up to once again offer in person class instruction for Adult Education Programming. As part of that effort, we have open positions for an Adult Ed Program Coordinator, Case Manager, and several Part-Time ESOL Instructor positions. Click on the links below to learn more about each position.

If you are interested in applying for any of these positions, please send an email to Larry Rothchild lrothchild@stnicksalliance.org directly with the job title in the subject line.

ESOL Instructors P/T

4/2/2021

Make the Road New York hiring: Part Time ESOL Instructor(s) for 1 am & 1 pm Zoom-based class (April 12-June 30)
Make the Road New York (MRNY) builds the power of Latino and working class communities to achieve dignity and justice through organizing, policy innovation, transformative education, and survival services. Make the Road New York operates neighborhood-based community centers in Bushwick, Brooklyn; Jackson Heights, Queens; Port Richmond, Staten Island; and Brentwood, Long Island. With a membership of 20,000 low-income New Yorkers, MRNY tackles the critical issues facing our community: workplace justice, tenants’ rights, immigrant civil rights, language-access, LGBTQ justice, public education, health care access, and immigration reform.

Make the Road New York https://maketheroadny.org/ is a multi-service organization. Our Education Department offers English to Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL), citizenship preparation, health job training classes and in-school and after-school youth programs. Our Community Organizing Projects help New Yorkers to implement strategies to combat shared problems, and develop leadership and the capacity for civic participation. And our Departments of Legal, Health & Support Services provides direct legal representation, case management, and facilitated enrollment into public health insurance programs, training, and strategic support for members and organizing campaigns. Our attorneys and advocates specialize in labor and employment law, public benefits, disability benefits, housing law, healthcare and health insurance access, immigration, public education, domestic violence, and LGBTQ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer) civil rights issues.

Current Opening: MRNY is hiring 1 or 2 Part Time ESOL teachers to assess students, build community and confidence in the classroom, and then design/organize and deliver ESOL instruction that is level appropriate and thematically relevant to immigrant community residents seeking to improve their English skills and their lives and circumstances.

Note: The teacher(s) will be paid for teaching hours, .5 hrs of prep for every teaching hour, and 1-1.5 hrs for meetings with your support person and calls to students per week.

Class schedules/Hours of work a week:
Class A: T-W-Th evenings 6-9pm (9 hrs) INTERMEDIATE Level
Hours/wk including prep, calls & texts to students and supervision mtg: 15/wk
Class B: M-Th a.m.s 9-11am (8 hrs) HIGH BEGINNING Level
Hours/wk including prep, calls & texts to students and supervision mtg: 14/wk

Both classes together: 27.5 hrs/wk

Additionally, occasional meeting hours, trainings, or admin work hours will be added if/as needed. Teachers will have access to materials, copiers, supplies, etc at MRNY as well.
Level: low/high intermediate ESOL

Responsibilities:

Curricular design work- Hand in course outlines, unit and lesson plans and related materials in the requested format by the deadlines that are set and agreed to. Maintain all of that in the Google drive, and integrate certain thematic content and materials into lessons as required by funders or decided by the team;
Student Assessment- combine BEST Plus initial assessments with original reading and writing assessments at the beginning of the cycle and continue to assess students in an intentional and structured way throughout the cycle
Instruction- Deliver content material in ways that take into account students’ levels and learning styles, the need to pace and scaffold information, and the need to balance the 4 skills + vocabulary development and grammar skill development
Communication with and support of students - Call absent students every day and document calls; make referrals to MRNY’s case manager as needed
Related admin/grant related tasks- in addition to tracking attendance, help with post testing, grading of samples of students’ work, and writing monthly progress notes for a portion of students in the class, as funders require
Participate in meetings and trainings- attend external professional development according to funders’ requirements, as well as 1 on 1 support meetings, team and staff meetings

Strongly Preferred: At least 3 yrs. ESOL teaching experience, experience teaching remote classes, experience teaching adults
Requirements: BA, Teaching Certification or Masters in TESOL; experience using Zoom and online platforms; experience working in community based social justice organizations; interest in collaboration and professional development with team members.
Must be creative, organized, and committed to thematic instruction and learner-centered, participatory education; for ESOL classes must be able to speak some Spanish with students outside of class if not occasionally within class; Seeking candidates with senses of humor, good team players, teachers with excellent computer skills and BEST Plus certification (ESOL).

Length of job: The job will run from early April 2021 to late June 2021. (Employment could be renewed again for the school year starting in Aug or September 2021, depending on the teacher’s performance and funding).

Salary Information: Starting compensation is based on a scale set by a democratically- elected personnel committee and will depend on factors such as experience and education.

How to Apply: Applicants should send resumes and cover letters to Adulteducationjobs@maketheroadny.org

Interviews will be held as soon as possible and training/onboarding will begin soon afterward.

MRNY is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse staff. Women, LGBTQ, people with disabilities and people of color strongly encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will be afforded equal employment opportunities without discrimination because of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, age, genetic information, disability or marital status.

ESOL Instructor P/T

3/3/2021

1 Part-time Evening ESOL Instructor Needed
CAMBA needs an ESOL instructor to teach part-time at its Education Center and deliver instruction online (via Zoom) until in-person classes can restart at 955 Flatbush Avenue – Brooklyn, N.Y. The class will meet in the evening from 5:30 to 8:30 pm, Monday through Friday.

It is required that candidates have at least a BA/BS in education or a related field and at least 2 years of experience as an ESOL instructor; MA/MS preferred. Candidates must have experience teaching online (especially on Zoom) and must be familiar with internet resources of relevance to English learners and be able to integrate technology and workplace skills into classroom instruction. Applicants with experience in computer-assisted instruction, who are self-starters, and highly organized are preferred.

To apply for this position, please send an updated and MS-Word formatted cover letter and resume as attachments to Jude Pierre via judep@camba.org.

ESOL Instructor P/T

1/22/2021

ESL Instructor- Remote Evening Class

The Jewish Community Council of GCI is looking to hire an experienced Adult ESL Instructor to provide remote ESL instruction (via Zoom) to adults. Class will “meet” Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 6-9pm.

Duties include: assessing/testing students, providing appropriate remote instruction etc. BA, experience teaching remote classes, and excellent English written/oral skills required. Bi-lingual Spanish a must. BEST Plus certification strongly preferred.

Resumes should be sent to r.berman@jccgci.org. Please indicate "ESL Remote Instructor" in the subject line.

ESOL Instructor (P/T)

1/8/2021

Inwood Community Services, located in Northern Manhattan, is seeking a part-time ESOL instructor to teach a remote class on Monday/Wednesday or Tuesday/Thursday 6:00 – 9:15 PM, to start the last week in January and run through June.
We seek:

Experienced, passionate teachers with good interpersonal skills committed to empowering adult immigrant students through English language education
Applicants with 3 plus years-experience teaching English as a Second Language who have had some experience with remote instruction
Best-Plus Test Certified instructors or willing to become certified through training within the first semester of hire
Instructors experienced in teaching on Zoom is a plus

Responsibilities:

Provide remote ESOL Instruction for beginning or intermediate-level adult students (depending on class) to develop skills in speaking, listening, reading and writing
Develop and implement student-centered lesson plans based on student need that engage students and assist them in navigating the activities of their lives
Administer Best Plus Post- test
Maintain records of student attendance and progress; produce progress reports as needed
Participate in professional development and staff meetings and work as a team member with Counselors and Program staff to deliver effective remote programming that motivates students to persist and succeed in the program
report to the ICS Director of Adult Literacy and Education

Requirements:

Bachelor’s Degree required; Certificate or Master’s degree in teaching English to adult speakers of other languages preferred.
Certified administrator of Best Plus test or willing to become certified.
Proficiency in running virtual classes. Some experience in running classes on Zoom is a plus.
Ability to connect with our immigrant / adult learning population.

Compensation: based on experience.

ICS is a community-based not-for-profit with a 31 year Adult Literacy program and a long-tenured staff. We seek teachers who live in the local area as well as those living out of the neighborhood who are committed to teaching ESOL.

Send resumes with cover letters to cindya@inwoodcs.org. Thanks; looking forward to talking with you.

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