Adult ESL Substitute Instructor (La Verne)

ilsc; La Verne (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

ELS Educational Services in La Verne, California seeks a Substitute Instructor to plan, teach, and evaluate classes under the Academic Director, mainly for adult learners. Compensation: $19.50 to $25.50 per hour.

The role supports teachers and participates in development. Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's in English or related field and have at least 6 months ELS teaching experience; MA in TESOL or CELTA preferred.

Qualifications

• Ability to teach core ESL skills to adult learners and adapt curricula on short notice.
• Strong classroom management and intercultural communication abilities.
• Dependable with emergency coverage and flexible scheduling.
• Timely attendance, grading and routine paperwork; comfortable with classroom tech.
• Collaborative and receptive to feedback and development opportunities.
• Prior teaching in an IEP or university setting is preferred.
• Experience teaching both adult and young adult learners is required.

Responsibilities

• Teach SSP, Vocabulary Enrichment, Reading/Writing, LTC and/or SECs as assigned.
• Prepare lesson plans, exercises and tests.
• Test, evaluate and counsel students on performance.
• Maintain a classroom environment conducive to learning.
• Coordinate instruction and records with other teachers.
• Adhere to Center and Company policy and procedures; communicate local policy.
• Complete administrative paperwork as required.
• Maintain performance and attendance records.
• Maintain Center resource materials and files.
• Observe other teachers for professional development and be observed.
• Participate in meetings and professional development activities.
• Participate in the employee evaluation process.
• Provide assistance to Associate Instructors.
• Develop/refine teaching materials locally.
• Disseminate information about after-class activities when requested.
• Maintain neat classrooms and staff areas.
• Substitute in emergencies for less than a full day when no alternatives exist.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

ESL instruction

Classroom management

Emergency coverage

Attendance & grading

Tech proficiency

Professional development

IEP/university experience

Adult & young adult learners

Education

Bachelor's in English or related

6 months ELS teaching experience (non-MA)

Job description

ELS Educational Services in La Verne, California seeks a Substitute Instructor to plan, teach, and evaluate classes under the Academic Director, mainly for adult learners. Compensation: $19.50 to $25.50 per hour.

The role supports teachers and participates in development. Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's in English or related field and have at least 6 months ELS teaching experience; MA in TESOL or CELTA preferred.