Bilingual ESOL Instructor for Youth & Workforce Readiness

Identity, Inc.; Takoma Park (MD); On-site; USD 1,200 - 1,800; Part time

Job summary

Identity, Inc. is seeking a part-time ESOL Instructor to work with Spanish-speaking young adults at our Takoma Park and Gaithersburg locations.

The role focuses on beginner English skills, real-life communication, and workforce readiness in a trauma-informed, culturally responsive classroom. The ideal candidate is bilingual English/Spanish, experienced with vulnerable youth, and able to plan and deliver engaging lessons, assess progress, maintain records, and collaborate with staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or two years teaching experience.
• Must pass a federal background check and a Child Protective Services background check.
• Bilingual English/Spanish required.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, and deliver engaging ESOL lessons tailored to beginner level.
• Teach reading, writing, listening, and speaking with emphasis on real-life communication and workforce readiness.
• Differentiate instruction for multi-level classes including pre-literate, beginner, and intermediate learners.
• Create a supportive classroom environment that encourages participation, cultural respect, and confidence-building.
• Coordinate access to educational technology and support learners in using it.
• Maintain attendance, progress records, and other required documentation.
• Collaborate with program staff to address barriers to learning.
• Participate in required trainings and provide monthly/quarterly reports.

Skills

Bilingual

Reliable transportation

Driver's license

Oral communication

Written communication

Public speaking

Education

Bachelor’s degree or two years teaching experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Database management

Job description

Identity, Inc. is seeking a part-time ESOL Instructor to work with Spanish-speaking young adults at our Takoma Park and Gaithersburg locations.

The role focuses on beginner English skills, real-life communication, and workforce readiness in a trauma-informed, culturally responsive classroom. The ideal candidate is bilingual English/Spanish, experienced with vulnerable youth, and able to plan and deliver engaging lessons, assess progress, maintain records, and collaborate with staff.