ESL & Job-Readiness Instructor

Equus Workforce Solutions; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Equus Workforce Solutions seeks a dedicated program instructor to assess work readiness, manage classes for participants with limited English skills, and lead activities that boost motivation and communication. The role includes assisting with workshops, administering tests, and guiding job-search efforts.

The position also involves tracking attendance, ensuring center guidelines are followed, and supporting participants in overcoming barriers to employment.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills and public speaking abilities.
• Efficient communication with individuals in person and virtual webinar.
• Ability to handle communications and correspondence in English (Spanish a plus). Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, resume writing, and using job search engines.
• Experience conducting group workshops/training for job readiness skills.
• Prior experience supporting others that are English Language Learners/non-native populations.
• Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Ability to use creativity and enthusiasm to motivate people of all ages and tailor learning activities to meet group and individual needs.
• Ability to locate resources to overcome possible barriers to the successful completion of the program.
• Self-motivated, flexible, and a team player.

Responsibilities

• Assesses work readiness skills of participants.
• Manages a class of individuals with limited or no English skills.
• Conducts activities to enhance motivation and improve communication skills.
• Assists with workshops and teaching of job readiness skills and life skills related to attainment of pre-employment competencies.
• Administers tests to measure participant competency of program components.
• Assists all participants in job search, barrier resolution, and work-life balance management.
• Maintains time and attendance records for all participants.
• Ensures that all participants adhere to all center guidelines and regulations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Public speaking

English communication

MS Office

Resume writing

Job search engines

Group workshops

English language learners

Leadership

Motivation techniques

Resourceful problem solving

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Equus Workforce Solutions seeks a dedicated program instructor to assess work readiness, manage classes for participants with limited English skills, and lead activities that boost motivation and communication. The role includes assisting with workshops, administering tests, and guiding job-search efforts.

The position also involves tracking attendance, ensuring center guidelines are followed, and supporting participants in overcoming barriers to employment.