ESL Instructor

Next Generation Center (1522 Southern Boulevard)

$22 - $32.96 / hour

Position Summary: We are seeking a passionate and dedicated ESL Instructor to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for teaching English as a Second Language to students of varying ages and proficiency levels. This position requires strong communication skills, cultural sensitivity, and a commitment to fostering an engaging learning environment.

Essential Duties:

• Understand and promote the organization’s Mission, Vision, and Core Values to ensure alignment with organizational policies and procedures.
• Develop and implement lesson plans that meet the needs of diverse learners.
• Assess students' language proficiency and tailor instruction accordingly.
• Create a positive and inclusive classroom atmosphere that encourages participation and collaboration.
• Utilize a variety of teaching methods and technologies to enhance language acquisition.
• Provide constructive feedback to students on their progress and areas for improvement.
• Prepare and administer assessments to measure student learning outcomes.
• Maintain accurate records of student attendance and performance.
• Collaborate with colleagues to enhance curriculum and teaching practices.
• Participate in professional development opportunities to stay current with ESL teaching methodologies and best practices.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Certificate or higher in TESOL or equivalent.
• NYS Teaching License preferred.
• At least 5 years of teaching experience, preferably in a community setting.

Key Competencies:

• Knowledge of TESOL methods and techniques; experience working with multicultural teen and adult learners.
• Language skills in Spanish, French, and/or Chinese are preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Willingness to collaborate with colleagues and work as part of a team.
• Must be able to communicate effectively both orally and through correct written grammar and usage.
• Ability to build a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to adult learners.
• Ability to work with teens and young adults of diverse backgrounds and languages and overcome barriers to success.
• Proficient in using educational technology and online teaching platforms.

It is the policy of Children's Aid to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment and is dedicated to maintaining a work environment that is free from harassment and discrimination. Children's Aid will not tolerate discrimination, harassment, or retaliation on any basis, including race, creed, color, national origin, ethnicity, alienage or citizenship status, gender/sex (including pregnancy), disability, religion, source of income, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, familial status, caregiver status, military status, marital or partnership status, status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual violence or stalking, predisposing genetic characteristics, arrest or conviction record, credit history, unemployment status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Children’s Aid is committed to complying with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Children’s Aid will conduct a prompt and thorough investigation of all allegations of discrimination, harassment, retaliation, or any violation of the Equal Employment Opportunity Policy in a confidential manner and will take appropriate corrective action, if and where warranted. Children’s Aid prohibits retaliation against employees who provide information about, complain about, or assist in the investigation of any complaint of discrimination or violation of the Equal Employment Opportunity Policy.

The incumbent is expected to work a schedule, whether in-person or hybrid, as determined by the department's needs to facilitate effective collaboration with the team.  This flexibility is essential for maintaining seamless communication, fostering teamwork, and ensuring the smooth operation of the department's processes.  The position's requirements are subject to periodic review and adjustment based on organizational needs and changes in work dynamics.