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Volunteer ESOL Instructors P/T

6/17/2022

 
Volunteer ESOL Instructors (English for Speakers of Other Languages) (apply here)
Community Impact is recruiting volunteers for our June to August adult immigrant ESOL classes, teaching a student-centered class one or more days a week. Experience is preferred, but not required! If you are new to teaching, we'll pair you with an experienced lead teacher.  Classes are 2 hours long and are offered Monday to Thursday, in the mornings, afternoons, and evenings.  Due to Columbia University policy, we are asking all instructors to be vaccinated prior to starting. Contact our teacher coordinators at [email protected] for more information.

HSE Instructor P/T

5/2/2022

 
Are you...
Looking for teaching experience with a low time commitment?
Interested in supporting adult students in the classroom?
Excited about math, reading, science, or social studies?

You might be a good candidate for teaching GED content with Community Impact! We are starting a new session that will run from the beginning of June to the end of August and are looking for teachers. Candidates are expected to be able to commit to teaching at least one subject, one day each week, with a set curriculum. They should be able to commit to 3 hours of class and 1 hour of prep work per week.

If you are interested, please send an email to [email protected] with your resume, the subject(s) you are interested in teaching, and a few dates and times you are available for a Zoom meeting.

After that, you should receive a response within 48 hours from Nikita, the HSE Teacher Coordinator for Community Impact. We look forward to working with you!

*All in-person classes are near Columbia University's Morningside campus. Volunteers are expected to come in-person and be fully vaccinated, with a booster shot if eligible. Remote volunteers are expected to be able to use Zoom on a personal device and use a stable internet connection.*

Volunteer HSE Instructor P/T

3/2/2022

 
Volunteer GED Teacher P/T

Are you...
Looking for teaching experience with a low time commitment?
Interested in supporting adult students in the classroom?
Excited about math, reading, science, or social studies?

You might be a good candidate for teaching GED content with Community Impact!  We are starting a new session that will run from the beginning of April to the end of June and are looking for teachers.  Candidates are expected to be able to commit to teaching at least one subject, one day each week, with a set curriculum.  They should be able to commit to 2 hours of class and 1 hour of prep work per week.

If you are interested, please send an email to [email protected] with your resume, the subject(s) you are interested in teaching, and a few dates and times you are available for a Zoom meeting. After that, you should receive a response within 48 hours from Nikita, the HSE Teacher Coordinator for Community Impact.  We look forward to working with you!

*All classes are in person, near Columbia University's Morningside campus.  Volunteers are expected to come in-person and be fully vaccinated, with a booster shot if eligible.*

ESOL VolunteerĀ  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 [email protected]. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling first-come, first-serve basis.

Volunteer ESOL Instructor P/T

1/2/2020

 
Community Impact, Columbia University is currently recruiting volunteer teachers for our ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) program.
 
The Spring program runs February 3rd - May 7th. The New Teacher Initial Meeting is scheduled for January 24th, with flexible training options during that week.
 
Teachers may volunteer as little as one day a week or up to fours days a week and teach English to adult immigrants. Experience is preferred. If you are new to teaching, we'll pair you with an experienced co-teacher. 
 
Classes run Monday through Thursdays at the following times:
  • 10-12pm
  • 12-2pm
  • 4-6pm
  • 6-8pm
 
If you are interested, please send your resume to [email protected] and indicate the day and schedule that would interest you.

HOW TO APPLY
[email protected]
Please include your resume!

​BENEFITS
Helping the community of NYC immigrants
Training Provided

Volunteer Instructor HSE P/T

12/21/2017

 
High School Equivalency Volunteer Teachers: Spring 2018
​
Teachers will instruct adults in high school level classes to prepare them to take the TASC (high school equivalency) official exam. Depending on your availability, teachers must commit to 2-5 hours of teaching per week with some preparation. You may choose to teach Language Arts, Social Studies, Math and/or Science classes one or two days a week. Morning classes run from 10:30am - 1:30pm and evening classes from 6:00pm - 8:30pm. The spring semester begins on February 5th and ends on Ma 10th.

The High School Equivalency Program is part of the comprehensive adult education and workforce development network at Community Impact, Columbia University which helps adults move toward college and employment opportunities with livable wages.

Strong English skills are required, as well as an interest in teaching, energy, motivation, and a commitment to getting involved and making a positive difference in the community. Teachers are required to attend at least 3 training sessions during the term.

Teachers are recruited on a rolling basis. Interested? Please send resume to [email protected].

ESOL Instructor (Volunteer) P/T

6/27/2017

 
ESOL Teacher (Volunteer) – Summer 2017
 
Community Impact at Columbia University offers an ESOL program serving adult immigrants in the Upper Manhattan area. We are now recruiting volunteer teachers for our summer session. It will run from now until August 17, 2017. Classes are held in the afternoon and evening, Monday-Thursday at Columbia University's Morningside campus.  
 
We have six classes ranging from beginner through advanced levels: Levels 1-5 are taught with textbooks that form the foundation of each lesson, and Level 6 has a looser curriculum (no textbook) that teachers use to design their own lessons. Experience teaching ESL or EFL required.
 
Expectations
  • Commitment of 11 weeks (8 as of now) for 2+ hours per week
  • Communication with other teachers in the team via use of Google 
  • Attendance of two training workshops this cycle (held Friday evenings)
If you are interested in volunteering for the summer, please send your resume to [email protected] and fill out this form with your desired teaching schedule. https://goo.gl/forms/7bQsQn8PwUDgq4m03 

Current openings include:
Level 3 12:00-2:00pm, Mondays and Wednesdays (From July 5th to July 19th)
Level 3 12:00-2:00pm, Tuesdays and Thursdays
Level 2 4:00-6:00pm, Wednesdays and Thursdays
Level 1 6:00-8:00pm, Tuesdays

ESOL Instructor (Volunteer)

5/4/2017

 
Position: ESOL Teacher (Volunteer) – Summer 2017

About Mercy Center:
Mercy Center is a "haven" in Mott Haven, a community center offering programs and services that empower women and their families to reach their full potential and become agents of change for healthy family living and economic independence. We promote an improved quality of life by addressing the needs of the whole person in a community of respect, hospitality, and non-violence.

Who we’re looking for:
  • Experienced teachers with good interpersonal skills who enjoy working in diverse linguistic and cultural settings.
  • Proficient English speakers with good working knowledge of English grammar and language use.
  • Passionate teachers looking to empower immigrant communities through English language education.
  • Applicants with minimum 2-3 years of ESL teaching experience required.

Responsibilities:
  • Help second language learners improve their English conversation skills through communicative language teaching (CLT) approach.
  • Implement and adapt lesson plans from a standards-based curriculum.
  • Report to the Director of Adult Education and Workforce Development.

Session Dates:
Monday, July 10th – Thursday, July 27th 
Class Schedule:  Monday, Tuesday, Thursday: 9 AM – 1 PM
Commitment: Minimum 2 days per week 

​For More Info: Please visit our website www.mercycenterbronx.org
Main Office: 377 E. 145th St. Bronx, NY 10454
2nd Site: 332 E. 149th St., 8th Fl. Bronx, NY 10451


If interested: Please e-mail John Lopez (Adult Education Program Manager) at [email protected]

ESOL Instructor (Volunteer)

9/28/2016

 
Vietnam Learning, Arts & Cultural Center (VLACC) is looking for a volunteer teacher for English as a Second Language (ESL) classes.  All of our classes are tuition-free and are held in Chinatown/Little Italy (NYC).
If you have 2-3 hours/week to spare and would like to volunteer and contribute to helping immigrants learn English, we need you!
Classes for fall 2016:  week of Sept 20-Dec 13th.
Specifications and Responsibilities:
  • One year teaching ESL to students preferred.
  • TESOL certification preferred, but not required.
  • Dynamic with good voice projection.
  • Prepare for lesson plans.
  • Must commit to teaching at least 12-14 weeks (Sept-Dec 2016 and ideally Feb-June 2017--each weekly class is 2.5-3 hours long)
  • Days needed for ESL:  Tuesday and Thursday afternoons
If you are interested, please email your resume to [email protected].
Since we do not charge for classes, we encourage you to volunteer your time, we will pay a stipend based on financial need.

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