English Second Language Instructor, On-Call

The LSS Center for New Americans seeks an ESL Instructor with a love for teaching and a passion to serve refugee and immigrant adult English Learners.

If you have experience teaching ESL and the ability to communicate with beginning through advanced level students, we invite you to apply.

Come join our student-centered, creative and collaborative learning community.

HOURS: This is an on-call position. Schedule depending upon need. Teaching opportunities typical hours between 7:45am and 2:30pm. May also include evening and weekend instruction.

SALARY: Depends on experience and qualifications.

BENEFITS:

• $300 hiring bonus*
• 401K Match
• Employee Recognition
• Employee Assistance Program

RESPONSIBILITIES: Provide English as a Second Language, vocational English and/or citizenship instruction to refugee and immigrant adults. Maintain class attendance and teach classes with the plans and materials provided. May be called on to prepare lesson plans for long-term substitute teaching assignments. Maintain regular communication with supervisor regarding availability for any upcoming subbing opportunities. Communicate with regular instructor about class content covered.

QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree in Education, English or related field and one year of teaching experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Must be enthusiastic, well-organized and reliable. Must have cross-cultural experience and an ability to communicate with limited English speakers. Must be flexible and able to teach English to beginning level students with limited previous formal education. Must successfully complete all agency background checks.

At LSS
, we are committed to upholding the following values in all aspects of our work:

Compassionate – We engage with empathy and provide non-judgmental services.
Appreciative – We recognize and develop the strengths of our clients and employees.
Respectful – We build professional and collaborative relationships with clients, partners, and colleagues.
Ethical – We uphold high standards of integrity and quality in all actions.
Strategic – We anticipate and respond proactively to community needs.

LSS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

Please note: As part of our hiring process and to meet accreditation requirements, applicants will be asked to complete a prescreen questionnaire.

* Hiring bonus available to external candidates only.

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