ESOL Literacy Instructor; part-time

ESOL Literacy Instructor establishes the best possible learning situation for adult refugee/immigrant students in a low literacy level classroom. A communicative, participatory approach is essential.

This position is part-time 10 hours per week;
Monday-Wednesday afternoons.

Preparing, planning, teaching, and retention. This work may include but is not limited to:

• Provide culturally competent, equitable client services with minimal supervision.
• Assess student language competence and needs including creation of pre- and post-tests.
• Prepare comprehensive lesson plans that meet students' needs.
• Adapt and prepare appropriate teaching materials.
• Develop new curriculum.
• Implement small group and/or individualized instruction on basic writing skills in context.
• Complete required paperwork (lesson plans, attendance records, test results).
• Assist in creating and implementing student recruitment and retention plan.
• Train, supervise and effectively engage volunteers as needed.
• Administer student evaluations as required by funder.
• Attend meetings and trainings.
• Create a supportive and positive classroom environment.
• Coordinate volunteers to implement curriculum.
• Performs other tasks as required.

• Bachelor's Degree, minimum.
• 2+ years of experience teaching ESOL to adults with no or low levels of English.
• Adult Education and/or TESOL or similar certification, preferred.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
• Ability to exhibit a professional, courteous demeanor;
• Proficient MS Office skills (Word, Excel and Outlook);
• Ability to treat confidential information with sensitivity;
• Ability to effectively plan work activities, schedules, priorities and utilization of resources;
• Commitment to excellence and high standards;
• Versatility, flexibility, and willingness to work within constantly changing priorities;
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings.
• Ability to work in-person.
• Experience with Microsoft 365, Zoom. Knowledge of Whats App preferred.

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The International Institute of St. Louis, a nonprofit organization, is our community's immigrant service and information hub. Our programs and services for immigrants, their families, and the wider community are locally and nationally acclaimed. We connect new arrivals with services and resources, engage foreign-born and the wider community, and build a more inclusive community.

We SERVE with integrity, empathy, and respect. We ACCOUNTABLE to our clients, our community, and ourselves. We CULTIVATE our clients' dignity through choice. We support all aspects of immigrant and refugee journeys from ARRIVING to THRIVING.

Above statements describe the job's essential responsibilities and requirements. This is not an exhaustive list of the duties that may be assigned to job incumbents.

Candidates of diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.

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