ESL & Citizenship Instructor — New Americans Initiative

YMCA; New York (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 57,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement benefits

Medical benefits

Free YMCA membership

Job summary

The Flushing YMCA is seeking a New Americans Initiative Instructor to develop curricula aligned with adult learning principles and deliver classes in ESOL, HSE/ABE, Citizenship, and more. You will assess student progress and support program services within the initiative.

Requirements include a Bachelor's degree, at least 1 year of English teaching, and a preference for bilingual candidates. Teamwork, organization, and knowledge of adult literacy are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required; a Master’s Degree in Education is preferred.
• Minimum of one year of relevant experience teaching English.
• Bilingual preferred.
• Ability to work as part of a team and establish positive relationships with participants and the community.
• Experience with adult literacy principles and curriculum development.
• Knowledge of lesson planning, syllabi, and curricula.
• Experience with assessment tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop curricula aligned with adult learning principles and educational gains.
• Facilitate classes in ESOL, HSE/ABE, Citizenship, Technology, or other assigned areas.
• Evaluate students’ progress and provide feedback.
• Support programs and services within the New American Initiative.

Skills

ESOL instruction

Curriculum development

Assessment tools

Microsoft Office

Bilingual (preferred)

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Master’s Degree in Education (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

The Flushing YMCA is seeking a New Americans Initiative Instructor to develop curricula aligned with adult learning principles and deliver classes in ESOL, HSE/ABE, Citizenship, and more. You will assess student progress and support program services within the initiative.

Requirements include a Bachelor's degree, at least 1 year of English teaching, and a preference for bilingual candidates. Teamwork, organization, and knowledge of adult literacy are essential.