ESL Instructor

New American Pathways; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

New American Pathways in Atlanta is seeking a Part-time ESL Instructor to deliver in-person group classes focused on workforce development and education curricula for adult learners from diverse backgrounds. You will oversee learners' progress, maintain attendance, and conduct quarterly level completion exams, collaborating with the Adult Education Coordinator and other staff to support enrollment and instruction.

This is a part-time, non-exempt role with up to 20 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in education or related field is required.
• Minimum two years of ESL experience teaching adults.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, diverse environment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver in-person group ESL classes for adult learners.
• Collaborate with Adult Education Coordinator on enrollment and instruction.
• Maintain attendance records and track learner progress.
• Administer quarterly level completion exams and place learners according to level.
• Liaise with staff on student performance and progress.

Skills

ESL instruction for adults

Organizational and time management

Team collaboration

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in education or related field

Minimum 2 years ESL experience teaching adults

Job description

Job Title: Part-time ESL Instructor

Department: Economic Inclusion and Workforce Development

Schedule: As determined with supervisor, up to 20 hours per week

Supervisor: Adult Education Coordinator

Status: Part-time staff, non-exempt

General Description

The ESL Instructor’s role is to deliver in-person group ESL classes based on workforce development and education-focused curricula to adult learners with varying cultural and linguistic backgrounds. The instructor will be responsible for overseeing learners’ progress, maintaining attendance records, and conducting quarterly level completion exams.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Adult Education Coordinator and Job Coach on client enrollment, implementation, and delivery of ESL instruction on workforce development topics.
• Teach literacy to advanced-level adult ESL learners using textbooks and digital materials.
• Assign tasks and track progress via a Cambridge One teacher account.
• Conduct exams, grade submissions, and place learners in relevant classes upon each level's completionMaintain attendance records.
• Liaise with relevant staff regarding a student’s performance and progress.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills And Competencies

• Bachelor's degree in education or a related field and a minimum of two years of ESL experience teaching adults.
• Passion to assist learners of all language levels.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Ability to provide guidance, support, and feedback to the learners.
• Excellent organizational, classroom, and time management skills.
• Experience working as part of a team in a diverse, multicultural environment.
• Proven written and verbal communication skills and excellent interpersonal skills.

Compensation

This is a part-time, non-exempt position with an hourly rate of $20 - $25 based on experience.