English as a Second Language (ESL) Instructor

JVS; East Orange (NJ); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

JVS in East Orange, New Jersey is seeking an experienced ESL instructor to deliver student-centered instruction to adult learners using diverse methodologies. The role focuses on relevance and learner-centric outcomes.

Teach 12 hours per week per class and integrate workplace skills, health literacy and financial literacy. You will motivate students, recognize achievement, and align with CARF standards while maintaining assessment and attendance records.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of ESL teaching methodologies.
• Ability to be student-centric and relevant.
• Experience teaching adults.

Responsibilities

• Conducts classes for 12 hours per week, per class.
• Utilizes a variety of approaches to maximize the learning of a range of students.
• Incorporates learning on workplace skills, health literacy, and financial literacy into the program.
• Motivate students.
• Recognizes student achievement.
• Assures that teaching is relevant to student needs.
• Participates in established CARF Standards.

Skills

ESL methods

Student-centric

Adult education

Motivation

Learning assessment

Education

BA degree

TESOL Certification

Job description

What we are looking for Candidates should have knowledge of ESL teaching methodologies and College and Career Readiness standards. Candidates should understand that the most important part of the program is to be student-centric and relevant.

Essential Functions

• Conducts classes for 12 hours per week, per class
• Utilizes a variety of approaches to maximize the learning of a range of students
• Incorporates learning on such issues as workplace skills, health literacy, and financial literacy, into the program
• Motivate students
• Recognizes student achievement
• Assures that teaching is relevant to student needs
• Participates in established CARF Standards

Planning and Performance Measurement

• Monitors and reports attendance
• Assures that essential topics related to life and work skills constitute the major portion of class time
• Prepares students for post-tests which delineate progress
• Maintains contact with department staff to address attendance concerns
• Utilizes SmartBoard, computers and/or iPads with students on a regular basisExcellent organizational, communication, and computer skills

Preferred Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum BA degree
• TESOL Certification (preferred)
• Minimum two years of experience teaching adults
• Experience teaching Beginning English language learners (preferred)

Salary

$35.00 /hr