Lead Instructor​/Specialist II - ESOL

Specialist II/Lead Instructor

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

• Teach 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 (50%)
• Provide specialized workshops (citizenship, conversation, numeracy, etc.) that promote language and literacy acquisition at various levels. (10%)
• Prepare lesson plans that align with the curriculum. (20%)
• Work as part of the student intake team at system-wide student information sessions and registrations. (10%)
• Maintain program information using ASISTS database (student attendance, assessment, demographics, etc.) (10%)
• Perform other related duties as assigned