Part-Time ESL Instructor/Tester

The Instructor will be responsible for delivering literacy instruction aligned with the established curriculum, or developing lesson plans if assigned. This role plays a vital part in fostering a supportive, inclusive, and achievement-oriented learning environment for adult learners.

Job Responsibilities:

• Administer and document pre- and post-testing using the standardized BEST Plus test.
• Provide required Adult Literacy instruction, following curriculum set by supervisory staff.
• If a decision is made that the instructor will develop his/her own curriculum a bi-weekly lesson planning may be required.
• Follow up with students that dropped out.
• Pre and Post-test students using the BEST Plus test
• Maintain accurate attendance records. Attendance records must be submitted on a bi-weekly basis (along with the timesheets).
• Accurately track and maintain copies of student progress throughout the class. For example, quizzes, tests, work assignments, teacher's progress notes, self-assessment forms, peer assessments forms etc. in the student file.
• Maintain a supportive and respectful learning environment.
• Offer students counseling and information/referral services.
• Guide students through the citizenship application process- where applicable.
• Participate in required staff development sessions and staff meetings as needed.
• Additional duties, as assigned.

Job Requirements:

• High school diploma required.
• Appropriate training and experience providing educational services to older, youth and/or adult populations.
• Strong platform skills with the ability to convey ideas and concepts clearly and in alignment with the audience’s abilities.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to comprehend and deliver curriculum content.
• Capacity to assess student performance and adjust instruction accordingly.
• Problem-solving, decision-making, and time management skills.
• The ability to foster a productive and comfortable learning environment, encouraging persistence and building confidence in students.
• Cultural competence and sensitivity.
• Bilingual Mandarin and English preferred.

This role is on On-Site and Part-Time

Pay rate: $47.00 per hour

JCCGCI Inc. is an EOE.

A COMMUNITY BASED ORGANIZATION WITH A CITYWIDE IMPACT
The Jewish Community Council of Greater Coney Island is an Equal Opportunity Employer