ESL Coordinator

Position Summary:

Centro Hispano de Frederick seeks a part-time ESL Program Coordinator. This role will provide program coordination and instruction for the English as a Second language (ESL) classes, citizenship, and other elective classes. The position is up to 30 hours per week, with the majority of hours allocated towards program coordination. Key responsibilities include facilitating student registrations, standardized assessments and technology support, recording and organizing program data, maintaining program equipment, reporting and program development, teaching, volunteer coordination, and marketing. If you are a highly organized and detail-oriented person with skills in teaching English as a Second language (ESL) or English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL), this role may be a good fit for you!

Program Coordination:

• Lead potential students through in-person class registrations
• Administer standardized student assessments in-person
• Place students in appropriate class levels based on assessment scores and interactions during the registration process
• Provide technical assistance to students and instructional staff
• Communicate with instructional staff
• Communicate with students regarding attendance and policy non-compliance
• Document and maintain program case notes, data, and database
• Review files and data regularly to ensure they are complete and accurate
• Maintain proper care of program materials and equipment
• Promote programs and class registrations in the community through various recruitment initiatives and in collaboration with other organizations
• Collaborate with staff and community partners to ensure quality holistic services and referrals are provided
• Provide clear and timely communication with staff, students, and community partners
• Engage in program evaluation, planning, and development
• Assist with grant reporting
• Participate in required professional development, as well as state and regional collaboration meetings
• Participate in all scheduled staff meetings
• Perform other duties as assigned

Instruction:

• Create and teach effective and engaging English as a Second language (ESL)/English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) lessons that incorporate English literacy
• Adapt lesson plans and materials for a multilevel classroom
• Provide classroom assistance to instructors; assist instructors with the creation of lessons and resources
• Guide, assist, and track involvement of assigned classroom volunteers
• Meet and provide feedback to students during end-of-term meetings and as needed
• Conduct formal and informal student assessments
• Maintain up-to-date classroom paperwork and data for program records
• Perform other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Highly organized and detail-oriented
• Able to manage multiple projects and tasks at the same time
• Strong technology and digital literacy skills
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and cross-cultural skills
• Self-starter with strong initiative and follow-through
• Skilled in creating and delivering level-appropriate lessons for classrooms
• Ability to create a safe and engaging classroom community
• Ability to market programs
• Flexible and collaborative

Requirements:

• Prior experience with related coordination tasks and responsibilities
• At least 2 years of experience in teaching English as a Second language (ESL)/English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)
• Fully Bilingual in Spanish and English
• Ability to flex hours to work evenings

Benefits:

• The salary range is $39,000 - $42,000 depending upon qualifications
• There may be benefits associated with this position depending on number of hours worked

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, telephones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, fax machines, etc.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work: This is a part-time position. Days and hours of work are generally Monday through Friday, 2:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Some weekend work will be required, as well as offsite work.

Required Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree in English, education, nonprofit management, or an equivalent degree; four years of similar program experience required; and work experience with the Hispanic community is a plus.

Computer Literacy: Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite – especially Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint. Knowledge of various social media platforms and Mail Chimp is a plus.

Physical Demands: This is largely a sedentary role; however, some filing is required. This would require the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets, and bend or stand as necessary.

Pre-Employment background check required.

Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

To Apply: Please provide a cover letter with resume and contact information by email to ssalichs@centrohispanodefrederick.org.

To find out more about Centro Hispano de Frederick, please visit our website at https://www.centrohispanodefrederick.org/.

Centro Hispano de Frederick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and has a long-standing policy of employment and advancement based solely upon qualifications to perform the essential elements of a position without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin (ancestry), or disability.