New York City College, CUNY
The Adult Learning Center is seeking an experienced and dynamic ESOL instructor to teach a contextualized (health sector) upper level class. The class meets during the daytime twice a week at the Brooklyn Educational Opportunity Center near City Tech. ESOL instruction will support students co-enrolled in a Medical Assistant training program with the goal of pursuing a career in health care. The instructor attends meetings, creates lesson plans and develops curricula.
- Design and develop a contextualized ESOL curriculum for Medical Assistant trainees based on input from Medical Assistant professors, current research, and best practices
- Deliver engaging, practical, contextualized classes that include a variety of experiential instructional techniques to strengthen the skills necessary for successful completion of the Medical Assistant program
- Create a student-centered learning environment to maximize student participation and promote self-sufficiency
- Track student progress to ensure that participants progress satisfactorily - adjust activities and assignments as needed
- Work with the Educational Case Manager to assist students in setting and managing goals
- Collaborate with City Tech and BEOC personnel to meet program goals and objectives
Qualifications:
- BA in education or related field; MA preferred
- Experience developing and teaching contextualized ESOL to adults. Must be well-versed in student-centered learning and approaches
- Knowledge or experience related to the health field desirable
- Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work as part of a team required
- Must have solid writing ability and be well organized
- Comfortable with technology and online resources in a classroom setting
Salary range: $40 - $50 P/H, depending on experience and qualifications
For more information or to apply for the position, please contact:
Leah Clay-Youman, Director of Special Projects at [email protected] or (718) 552-1132