Join our dynamic team at Arab American Family Support Center (AAFSC) as a Part-Time Online ESOL Instructor!
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced ESOL instructor to provide online instruction to limited English proficient adults, empowering them with the civic and English language skills to effectively participate in their communities. As a part-time online ESOL instructor, you will play a vital role in fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment that promotes student-centered learning, civic engagement, and technology integration.
About AAFSC
Arab American Family Support Center (AAFSC) is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing culturally and linguistically competent social services to immigrants and refugees. Our mission is to empower individuals with the tools they need to successfully acclimate to their new communities and become active participants in society.
Job Summary
The successful candidate will be an experienced ESOL instructor with a strong background in creating student-centered learning environments, using a communicative approach, and incorporating civic engagement, job readiness, and technology in the classroom. A commitment to immigrant, refugee, and low-income communities is essential for this role.
Responsibilities
- Develop and write new lesson plans, or adapt existing lesson plans, to meet student needs and stated class objectives
- Provide instruction and facilitate classroom activities in line with stated class objectives
- Prepare students to take the Citizenship test and pass the interview
- Build instructional activities around the four interdependent components of reading: alphabetics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension
- Provide a variety of instructional deliveries, including individualized instruction, small group instruction, and whole class instruction
- Facilitate learning with textbooks, workbooks, lectures, computer-based educational programs, audio/visual aids, hands-on activities, and use of tutors
- Assist students with the development of digital literacy skills and provide learning activities designed to enhance financial literacy skills
- Maintain accurate student attendance records
- Ensure all lessons and structured activities have clearly defined outcomes with measurable skill gains and/or learning goals for adult participants
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree required
- Teaching certification (TESLA, TESOL, CELTA, etc.) required
- BEST Plus certification required
- Ability to teach both remote online classes and in-person classes
- Experience with teaching beginner adult students, including Literacy Learners, required
- Excellent writing and editing skills; strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills
- Experience with teaching multi-levels in a single classroom
- Flexible with an open enrollment schedule
- Openness to learning about the languages, cultures, and customs of the students to better serve them
- Must complete 18 hours of professional development training each year
- Experience in lesson planning, curriculum development, and implementation of structured programming for adult learners required
- Open to learning more about cultural responsiveness, trauma-informed education, and language instruction
- Proven ability to work independently and meet deadlines
- Passion for AAFSC's mission and vision
- Job contingent on pre-employment background check and fingerprint clearance
- U.S. Work Authorization required
What We Offer
Competitive hourly rate of $25 per hour. Opportunity to work with a dynamic team and make a positive impact on the lives of immigrants and refugees in NYC.
How to Apply
If you are a motivated and experienced ESOL instructor looking to make a difference, please submit your application, including your resume and cover letter, to [insert contact information]. We look forward to hearing from you!
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