English Language Learning Instructor

Literacy Pittsburgh; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 41,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Literacy Pittsburgh in Pittsburgh, PA is seeking an English Language Learning instructor to lead assigned classes using the Ready and Relevant curriculum. You will deliver high‑quality instruction in person and via remote learning to help students reach their language goals.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree in education or a related field, experience teaching adults, and TESOL or a similar credential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in education or related field.
• Experience in teaching adults preferred.
• TESOL certification or similar preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned classes in designated locations, in-person and/or via remote instruction.
• Provide support and referrals for students to address barriers and transition needs, as related to program participation.
• Arrange for assessment and evaluation of students.
• Creating standards-aligned lesson plans and related materials for all assigned class sessions, saving all required documentation into a centrally accessible folder.
• Actively engage in professional development and on-going training to ensure high-quality teaching that leads to strong student outcomes.
• Collect, analyze, and monitor key student performance data for compliance and program improvement.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Vision alignment

Core values alignment

Process orientation

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in education or related field

Job description

Professional Pittsburgh, PA, US

Salary Range: $41,000.00 To $43,768.00 Annually

Summary

The English Language Learning instructor is responsible for leading assigned Literacy Pittsburgh classes utilizing the Ready and Relevant curriculum and supporting agency priorities. The instructor ensures a high-quality experience for students by providing excellent student instruction and support to advance student learning and goal attainment. Preferred candidates will have experience teaching English language learners. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential to effectively support diverse classrooms and manage multiple responsibilities.

Essential Functions

Teaching, Learning and Support

• Teach assigned classes in designated locations, in-person and/or via remote instruction.
• Provide support and referrals for students to address barriers and transition needs, as related to program participation.
• Arrange for assessment and evaluation of students.
• Creating standards-aligned lesson plans and related materials for all assigned class sessions, saving all required documentation into a centrally accessible folder.

Program Improvement and Compliance

• Actively engage in professional development and on-going training to ensure high-quality teaching that leads to strong student outcomes.
• Collect, analyze, and monitor key student performance data, including attendance hours, student assessment scores, learning objectives, student feedback, and outcomes for state and federal compliance, student learning objectives, and overall program improvement.
• Monitor progress and solve problems to ensure program compliance with applicable state, federal, and other grant requirements.

Teamwork

• Participate with internal agency committees and teams, as well as relevant external partnerships.
• Follow agency protocols and processes for effective service delivery.
• Show leadership by offering expertise locally and regionally.
• All other duties as assigned by Director of Adult Education.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in education or related field
• Experience in teaching adults preferred
• TESOL certification or similar preferred

Skills and Competencies

• Ability to cultivate and work toward a shared organizational vision.
• Strong interpersonal skills, and proven ability to build positive relationships with colleagues, clients, and stakeholders of diverse backgrounds.
• Demonstrated alignment to Literacy Pittsburgh’s core values*
• Track record of utilizing effective processes to produce high quality and timely work products.
• Demonstrated problem solving skills, and flexibility to adapt to changing needs.

Hours

Full-time

Additional Eligibility Requirements

• Act 33/34 clearances
• Full-time, some evening work required.
• This position requires use of personal vehicle for local travel.

Physical Demands

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Requires the ability to lift, pull and push up to 40 pounds.

*Literacy Pittsburgh’s Core Values

• We believe that all people deserve the opportunity to gain experience in a place where their strengths are celebrated.
• We respect all people and their ability to shape their own lives.
• We have a duty to earn the trust of everyone we work with
• Our collective well-being depends on welcoming diverse cultures and perspectives.
• As a leader, we embrace the responsibility to innovate, model best practices and grow.