Adult ESL Instructor (On-Site, Full-Time, Benefits)

Jewish Community Council of Greater Coney Island; New York (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Jewish Community Council of Greater Coney Island is seeking an on-site Literacy Instructor to deliver adult literacy instruction aligned with the established curriculum, or to develop lesson plans as needed. This role supports a welcoming, achievement-focused learning environment.

Responsibilities include administering and documenting pre- and post-testing with BEST Plus, tracking attendance and student progress, and guiding students through the citizenship process where applicable.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Appropriate training and experience providing educational services to older, youth and/or adult populations.
• Strong platform skills with the ability to convey ideas and concepts clearly and in alignment with the audience’s abilities.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to comprehend and deliver curriculum content.
• Capacity to assess student performance and adjust instruction accordingly.
• Problem-solving, decision-making, and time management skills.
• The ability to foster a productive and comfortable learning environment, encouraging persistence and building confidence in students.
• Cultural competence and sensitivity.
• Bilingual Mandarin and English preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administer and document pre- and post-testing using the standardized BEST Plus test.
• Provide required Adult Literacy instruction, following curriculum set by supervisory staff.
• If a decision is made that the instructor will develop his/her own curriculum a bi-weekly lesson planning may be required.
• Follow up with students that dropped out.
• Pre and Post-test students using the BEST Plus test
• Maintain accurate attendance records. Attendance records must be submitted on a bi-weekly basis (along with the timesheets).
• Accurately track and maintain copies of student progress throughout the class.
• Maintain a supportive and respectful learning environment.
• Offer students counseling and information/referral services.
• Guide students through the citizenship application process- where applicable.
• Participate in required staff development sessions and staff meetings as needed.
• Additional duties, as assigned.

Skills

Bilingual Mandarin and English

Clear communication

Curriculum delivery

Student assessment

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Jewish Community Council of Greater Coney Island is seeking an on-site Literacy Instructor to deliver adult literacy instruction aligned with the established curriculum, or to develop lesson plans as needed. This role supports a welcoming, achievement-focused learning environment.

Responsibilities include administering and documenting pre- and post-testing with BEST Plus, tracking attendance and student progress, and guiding students through the citizenship process where applicable.