Category: Virtual

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 [email protected]. 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.

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2/14/2017

The Virtual Senior Center program enables homebound senior adults to attend online classes led by a Facilitator. The program enables homebound seniors to socialize, attend classes that inform or entertain and that connects them to the greater community via a touch screen computer that we provide.

We are currently looking for an ESL teacher to lead virtual ESL class for our Chinese speaking homebound seniors.

Job Description

Facilitate an interactive 45-60 minute class for vital, homebound seniors that engage them in a meaningful way right from your home or office computer.
Lead ESL class for Chinese homebound seniors.
1 hour per week. Flexible scheduling.

Currently classes accommodate up to 20 participants with more able to “audit” which allows for meaningful interaction.

Knowledge, Skills And Requirements
Qualification

Ability and interest in facilitating an interactive virtual class that will have a positive impact on the life of the home-bound participants
Friendly, sensitive and enjoys relating to seniors
Possess basic computer technology ability
Bilingual in Mandarin

Technology Needs

Computer with high-speed internet & webcam along with speakers
We provide you with the internet URL address and username/password
Minimum of 2GB of memory (RAM) - most computers have this minimum requirement

Please Hang Liu [email protected] for more information

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