Lead Instructor​/Specialist II - ESOL

Lead Instructor/Specialist II - ESOL

Adult English Language and Literacy (AELL) provides ESOL and adult literacy instruction across The New York Public Library (NYPL). Professional teachers deliver free instruction to adult patrons in reading, writing, speaking and listening from a 0 to 8th grade level. The Specialist II/Lead Instructor is responsible for delivering formal classes in ESOL/Literacy and specialized workshops necessary to increase instructional intensity and student persistence.

The Specialist II is responsible for entering and maintaining student data related to this instruction. This position also contributes to the student intake, registration, and assessment of students which happens between each cycle.

Responsibilities include teaching formal classes in ESOL and basic literacy in both in-person and online formats to assist adult ESOL/Literacy students in improving their English skills, providing specialized workshops, preparing lesson plans that align with the curriculum, working as part of the student intake team at system-wide student information sessions and registrations, and maintaining program information using ASISTS database.

Required Education &

Certifications:

• Master's Degree in TESOL, Education, English, or a related field

Required Experience:

• Experience teaching ESOL/literacy to adults at a basic literacy level, who have limited English proficiency (LEP)
• Experience providing online synchronous instruction utilizing Google Meet, Zoom or a similar platform

Required Skills:

• Ability to communicate simply and courteously with limited English proficient library users
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills to organize and execute large student registration events and instructional opportunities across three boroughs
• Ability to incorporate instructional software and technology into instruction
• Ability to work independently with a strong sense of focus, and ability to meet deadlines

All team members are expected and encouraged to embody the NYPL Core Values:

• Be Helpful to patrons and colleagues
• Be Resourceful in solving problems
• Be Curious in all aspects of your work
• Be Welcoming and Inclusive
Work Environment

Public library setting

• Lifting/moving laptops and textbooks weighing up to 25 pounds required
• May require travel within NYC
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