ESOL and Math and Financial Literacy Instructor

Catholic Charities Boston; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Catholic Charities Boston is seeking an ESOL and Math and Financial Literacy Instructor to deliver English instruction, academic advising, and tailored support. You will develop current curricula and collaborate with the Program Director and Education Center team to meet student needs and goals.

Responsibilities include lesson planning, student advising, attendance tracking, and using technology to enhance learning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in education or related field, or teaching certification and commensurate work experience; master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of teaching experience in a similar environment; strong knowledge of educational theory and best practices.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively and compassionately in a culturally competent manner with students from diverse backgrounds, skill levels, and English proficiency.
• Technology skills: Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams); Google Classroom and Zoom experience preferred.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Teach ESOL to adult students with varying levels and industry focus.
• Conduct initial and ongoing assessment of students, including BEST and TABE Class-E.
• Participate in staff development and integrate technology and digital literacy into curriculum.
• Provide classroom instruction and educational advising; maintain records in agency tools.
• Develop curriculum materials and daily lesson plans aligning with best practices.

Skills

ESOL instruction

Math background

Finance background

Zoom instruction

Cultural competence

Education

Bachelor's degree in education

Teaching certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Classroom

Zoom

Job description

ESOL and Math and Financial Literacy Instructor

The ESOL Teacher provides English instruction, academic advising, and personalized support to students; develops up-to-date curriculum materials following student needs and goals; and works collaboratively with the Program Director and Education Center team.

Role specific Qualifications:

Adult or high school teaching experience, strong math or finance background, and experience teaching via Zoom (required). ESOL experience preferred.

Responsibilities:

Lesson planning, instruction, student advising, attendance, and progress tracking.

Paid Hours:

16 weekly, including 4.5 hours for preparation.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Teach ESOL to adult students, levels and/or industry focus vary by class and program
• Conduct initial and on-going assessment of students, including BEST and TABE Class- E
• Participate in staff development
• Integrate technology and digital literacy skills in the class curriculum
• Provide classroom instruction and educational advising
• Develop curriculum materials including daily lesson plans which meet best practice standards and focus on communication skills
• Maintain students' records in agency reporting tools
• Facilitates student access to other educational, skills training, and/or higher educational programs, including their requirements and other information
• Implement strategies for obtaining student feedback and incorporate data in new course offerings and staff professional development
• Comply with funder requirements and policies, including DESE standards for Adult Education Center classes
• Work is performed in a classroom/office environment interacting with students with the use of computers and other office equipment. May stand or sit for prolonged periods.
• Maintain professional boundaries and confidentiality.
• Attend all internal and external meetings and trainings as required
• Local travel as needed

QUALIFICATIONS

• A bachelor’s degree in education or related field, or teaching certification and commensurate work experience; master’s degree preferred.
• A minimum of 3 years of teaching experience in a similar environment strongly preferred Strong working knowledge of educational theory and best practices
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively and compassionately in a culturally competent manner, with students of a wide variety of backgrounds, skill levels, race and ethnicity with varying level of English language skills
• Technology skills - knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams) required, Google Classroom and Zoom experience preferred
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The base pay range reflects what Catholic Charities reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this role at the time of posting and may be modified from time to time. Actual compensation in this range may be determined based on other factors, including but not limited to work experience, education and specialty training.