Adult Education Program Instructor in English Second Language; ESL

Non-exempt (compensatory and/or overtime eligible); full-time; 40 of hours worked; 8:00 a.m.

-4:00 p.m.; full benefits; partial teleworking schedule may be available in accordance with Division policies

This position provides comprehensive instructional and participant support services within Family Partnership’s adult education program. The ESL Instructor develops and delivers engaging instruction in English as a Second Language (ESL) across classroom, small group, and individual learning settings. Instruction may also include Supplemental learning experiences/opportunities (ie Book Clubs, Reading Conversation Club, Cultural Exchange Workshops, Family Literacy) through Interdisciplinary/cross teaming/ collaboration with GED Instructor, Parent Educator, Employment and Career Specialist, Case Managers.

The role manages participant intake and assessment processes—including orientations, CASAS testing, literacy and goal-setting activities, and maintains accurate student documentation. The instructor facilitates workshops, supports internships and worksite development opportunities, and collaborates closely with program supervisors and staff to ensure coordinated academic and supportive services for adult learners pursuing educational, workforce, and personal development goals. This position also supports the reporting needs for all grant requirements associated with Family Partnership.

Supervision is received from the Human Services Manager.

NOTE:

The upper pay range reflects possible wage rates for internal County transfers and promotions, which are calculated per County policy. For external hires, offers are made at the base wage rate.

Frederick County offers an extensive compensation package to reflect how highly we value our employees. The following is what you can expect in your first year as a full-time benefited Frederick County Government employee.

• 11 days of Vacation leave with increase after 2 years of employment
• 15 days of Sick leave with unlimited annual carryover
• 11 paid holidays, plus 2 additional floating holidays (10 and 11 month employees may not receive all holidays)
• Day 1 coverage of comprehensive Medical Insurance Plan options to include generous County Health Savings Account (HSA) contribution (if enrolled in the high-deductible plan). This is part of a full range of benefits including Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending
• Employee Health Center with no or low-cost primary and urgent care
• 100% County paid 2x annual salary Group Term Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) benefit
• County and Employee funded Defined Benefit Pension Plan
  • Vesting after 5 years of service
  • Additional service credit for eligible previous public service, military service, etc.
• Work/Life balance programs include:
  Employee Assistance Program and Employee Wellness Program
• Generous Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Other employee-paid benefits such as Deferred Compensation Plan, Legal Resources, Supplemental Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Lifetime Benefit with Long Term Care plan

NOTE:

Benefited employees will accrue service and leave based on the FTE and/or hours worked per calendar year.

For more information, visit our benefits page on the Frederick County Government job opportunities webpage.

• Develop, plan, and deliver contextualized ESL instruction that integrates real-life application, academic skills, digital literacy, job readiness, and financial literacy, aligned with participant goals and labor market needs
• Create and maintain up-to-date curriculum, lesson plans, and instructional materials for individual, small-group, and whole-class settings, ensuring instruction meets diverse learning styles and skill levels
• Provide…