What are the responsibilities and job description for the Adult ESOL Instructor - Morning position at JACOB A RIIS NEIGHBORHOOD SETTLEMENT?
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Description
THE ORGANIZATION
Jacob A. Riis Neighborhood Settlement (Riis Settlement), a community-based non-profit organization offering comprehensive services to the youth, adults, older adults, immigrants and families of Western Queens, is dedicated to civic engagement and organizing as integral to our mission “to build and strengthen underserved communities and act as a catalyst for change.” For more information about Jacob A. Riis Neighborhood Settlement, please view our website at www.riissettlement.org.
JOB SUMMARY
Riis Settlement seeks an experienced, creative, hard-working and dynamic ESOL instructor to teach 9 hours per week in the mornings at our program site at the Queensbridge Community Center in Long Island City, Queens. Classes meet at 9:00 am - 12:00 pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from late September to June. The ESOL Instructor will provide contextualized instruction that gives students the English language skills to effectively participate in the communities in which they live. Successful candidates will have experience creating student-centered learning environments, using a communicative approach, and incorporating technology in the classroom. The instructor fosters a classroom environment that offers participants the resources, opportunities and support needed to help them grow and achieve self-sufficiency.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Major Duties & Responsibilities:
- Provide contextualized, content-based English language instruction at beginning, intermediate and/or advanced levels.
- Design and implement engaging lessons that meet the curriculum standards for appropriate level, incorporating a variety of instructional methods adapted to diverse learning styles.
- Provide authentic language tasks, interactive activities, and opportunities to practice speaking and writing for fluency.
- Incorporate technology and digital literacy instruction into ESOL classroom instruction.
- Design and administer student assessment tools that gauge student learning and monitor achievement of performance outcomes.
- Create a welcoming environment that fosters community and learning among program participants.
Administrative Functions
- Submit course outlines for each 10 to 12-week class cycle to address topics and materials to be covered in class.
- Assist with student pre- and post-testing at the beginning and end of each class cycle (training will be provided if not certified to administer BEST Plus 2.0).
- Submit monthly student progress assessments for contract reporting.
- Attend monthly program meetings and complete 18 hours of staff development per year.
Qualifications
STATEMENT OF SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s Degree and 2 years relevant teaching experience (Master’s in TESOL/Education or TESOL Certification highly preferred)
- Ability to modify/adapt existing lesson plans and curricula to fit program needs, and/or create original lesson plans
- Thorough, detailed knowledge and understanding of English grammar with the ability to clearly explain all verbs, tenses and parts of speech.
- Ability to interact with diverse ethnic populations and empathize with people unfamiliar with local culture.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with team.
- Advanced computer literacy and proficiency in Microsoft XP.
- Ethical and professional conduct that facilitates the building of a respectful, trusting and collaborative relationship with program staff and students.
BENEFITS:
- 40 hours’ sick leave
- 21 hours’ personal leave
- Retirement plan with 50% employer match up to 12% of total salary
- Student Loan Assistance and Education Assistance
- EAP Services
Jacob A. Riis Neighborhood Settlement is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances.
Salary : $35 - $37
