In-person ESOL Instructor for Beginner Level Class

YMCA of Greater Boston
  • Boston, MA
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    Job Description

    Job Description

    Job Description
    Description
    Branch: Education and Training   
    Position Title: In-person ESOL Instructor for Beginner Level Class
    Position Type: Part-time, Hourly
    Schedule:
    •  Two weekdays (Afterschool hours)
    •  January through June 2025
    Multiple Locations :
    •  Mattahunt Elementary School
    •  The Hurley School
    •  Haynes Early Education Center
    About Us:
    The YMCA Education & Training Center is proud to launch a series of school-based Adult ESOL programs in collaboration with several Boston Public Schools. We are committed to empowering adult learners and fostering community growth through education. We are seeking passionate and experienced ESOL instructors to join our team and help make a tangible difference in the lives of our students.

    Position Overview:

    As an ESOL Instructor, you will deliver high-quality instruction to adult learners from diverse backgrounds, helping them develop essential language skills. This role involves creating an engaging, student-centered environment where learning goals align with students' personal and professional objectives.


    Key Responsibilities
    • Teach beginner-level ESOL to adults from varied linguistic, cultural, religious, socio-economic, and educational backgrounds.
    • Design and deliver engaging, contextually relevant lesson plans that integrate both language and life skills.
    • Foster an inclusive and safe classroom atmosphere that supports active participation and language practice.
    • Present clear language and content objectives for each session.
    • Regularly conduct formative and summative assessments to monitor and report on students’ progress.
    • Communicate any classroom or student concerns to the Program Director promptly.
    • Maintain accurate attendance records and submit them on time.
    • Upload course materials (e.g., handouts, slides) to Google Classroom for student access.


    Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
    Qualifications:
    • Bachelor's degree required; educational background preferred.
    • TESOL, TEFL, or TESL certification required.
    •  Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Google Classroom and Zoom.
    • Authorization to live and work in the U.S.
    • Strong understanding of and sensitivity to socio-economic and ethnic minority issues.
    • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and classroom management skills.
    • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
    • Willingness to engage in paid professional development activities.
    •  Bilingual (Spanish, Haitian Creole, French) is a plus.

    Why Join Us?
    This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a dedicated team working to enrich the community through education. You will contribute to a positive, collaborative environment and help shape an impactful learning experience for adult learners.
    We look forward to welcoming committed educators who are eager to make a difference.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationBoston, MA

    Skills

    • Adult Learningunmatched
    • Communication Skillsunmatched
    • Diversityunmatched
    • English as a Foreign Language (EFL/TEFL)unmatched
    • English as a Second Language (ESL/TESL)unmatched
    • Interpersonal Skillsunmatched
    • Lesson Plansunmatched
    • Microsoft Officeunmatched
    • Multilingualunmatched
    • Record Keepingunmatched
    • Spanish Languageunmatched
    • Team Playerunmatched
    • Time Managementunmatched
    • Training/Teachingunmatched

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