ESL Instructor

General Description

The ESL Instructor will assist adults in acquiring the necessary academic prerequisites to access further post-secondary education and skill training opportunities, or employment and workplace training opportunities; increasing educational levels for purposes of self-improvement; learning and developing living and social skills; and acquiring and developing English language skills.

This appointment is contingent upon availability of grant or contract funds. If the funds from the grant or contract that provide funding for this appointment are no longer available, this appointment may be terminated without cause upon written notice to the employee.

Job Duties

• Teach integrated ESL and how it relates to the adult's role as a worker, parent, and citizen
• Provide successful teaching strategies and appropriate accommodations for adults with Learning Disabilities and Special Learning Needs
• Develop ESL lesson plans for adults based on their educational needs and goals and keep them available onsite
• Teach a multi-level class of adults
• Use online platforms and PowerPoint in the classroom for instructional purposes
• Serve people in the community, including those adults who have low incomes or minimal literacy skills
• Make learning student-centered and relevant to the individual student's goals
• Engage in active adult ESL teaching strategies which emphasize problem-solving skills and relate learning to the student's prior experiences and knowledge
• Provide an accessible and barrier-free environment
• Provide learning in real life contexts to ensure that an individual has the skills needed to compete in the work place and exercise the rights and responsibilities of a citizen and a parent
• Complete 15 hours of professional development