Instructor: Adult English Second Language: Part-Time

The Adult ESL Instructor works with the Adult ESL instructional team to prepare and execute instruction of students. The instructor can expect to prepare lessons, instruct students, collaborate with staff, manage sites, contact students regarding progress and record and verify accuracy of data. They should be an engaging instructor who uses performance data to inform instructional decisions, willing to work with a team to accomplish program goals, and conscientious about keeping and recording accurate records.

The Adult ESL Instructor is responsible for helping students progress in their English skills (as evidenced by achieving measurable skills gains) and connect with students to track attendance and progress.

The successful Adult ESL Instructor should have an understanding of data-based instruction, strong understanding of the structure of the English language, ability to relate and build rapport with people of diverse backgrounds, and proficiency with computers and software, such as G Suite, Google Classroom, and Promethean Boards. They should be reliable, professional, and have excellent interpersonal skills. They should also be able to differentiate instruction based on student needs and integrate skills and content to deliver cohesive integrated lessons.

The Adult ESL Instructor should model Hope Works values and ethics central to the Hope Works mission of “Hope in Christ”. To be effective in this position, one must be caring, empathetic, conscientious, confidential, culturally-sensitive, and client-centered. This individual should adhere to professional standards as outlined by rules and regulations governing their profession.

• Plan and execute instruction to empower students to progress in English and career goals including:
  • Review pretest and post-test data to target student skill deficiencies to enable students to make measurable skills gains.
  • Prepare engaging lessons that incorporate all learning modalities.
  • Instruct students in reading, writing, speaking, listening and English grammar integrating with civics, workforce preparation and life skills in compliance with WIOA regulations.

• Maintain and enter accurate attendance records.
• Document student contact and student achievements.
• Track student progress through Jobs4TN General Operations.
• Lead by example, promoting positive communication, teamwork and professionalism.
• Promote AESL program through interaction with students and prospective students.
• Support other staff as a member of the AESL team.
• Refer students to other Hope Works programs as need arises.