ESOL Instructor (Part Time) - St. George Library Center

New York Public Library; New York (NY); On-site; USD 51,000 - 73,000; Part time

Job summary

New York Public Library is seeking an ESOL Instructor for a part-time fall cycle at St. George Library Center. The role focuses on delivering ESOL and literacy instruction to adults across in-person and online formats, in 10-week cycles, September to December.

The instructor teaches Mondays and Wednesdays 10:00am–1:00pm, with 1.5 hours of paid prep weekly, and supports enrollment and progress tracking in a public library setting.

Qualifications

• Strong verbal and written communication abilities.
• Ability to work both independently and in team settings.
• Ability to meet administrative deadlines.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, Google Suite and Zoom.
• Knowledge of technology-assisted learning and distance learning tools.

Responsibilities

• Teach ESOL classes promoting English proficiency and digital literacy for adults at NRS levels 1-6.
• Follow prescribed curriculum in a communicative teaching environment.
• Submit lesson plans aligned with the curriculum.
• Instruct adults to achieve educational and personal goals.
• Assist enrollment and maintain student records.
• Participate in professional development aligned with library priorities.

Skills

Communication skills

Independent & collaborative work

Deadline management

MS Office / Google Suite / Zoom

Tech-enabled learning

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

ESOL Instructor (Part Time) - St. George Library Center

Department: Branch Libraries

Employment Type: Seasonal - Part Time

Location: St. George Library Center

Reporting To: Steven Mahoney

Compensation: $45.00 / hour

Description

Overview

Adult English Language and Literacy (AELL) is the direct service provider of ESOL and adult literacy instruction for The New York Public Library (NYPL). Professional teachers facilitate free instruction to adult patrons in reading, writing, speaking and listening from a 0 to 8th grade level in both in-person and online classes. Instruction is offered in three, 10-week cycles and one, 4-week summer cycle.

*Please note this position is for our fall cycle of classes which lasts 10 weeks and takes place between September and December.*

*Must be available to work at St. George Library Center (Staten Island) on Mondays and Wednesdays from 10:00am-1:00pm*

Responsibilities

• Teach ESOL classes that promote English language proficiency and digital literacy for students assessed at NRS levels 1-6
• Follow the prescribed curriculum in a communicative language teaching environment during class-time
• Submit lesson plans that demonstrate communicative language teaching in alignment with the prescribed curriculum
• Instruct adult ESOL students in classes and learning experiences, which will lead to the achievement of their educational and personal goals
• Assist in the managed enrollment process to recruit students and maintain student records
• Participate in prescribed professional development pertaining to adult basic education and Library strategic priorities

Required Education, Experience & Skills

Required Education & Certifications

• Bachelor’s degree required

Required Experience

• At least 1 year of experience teaching adults in both in-person and online settings
• Experience creating lesson plans using a backward design approach
• Experience administering standardized assessments

Required Skills

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work well both independently and collaboratively
• Ability to meet deadlines for administrative tasks
• Strong computer skills including using Microsoft Office, Google Suite and Zoom
• Knowledge of technology-assisted learning, instructional software, video, audio and distance learning

Managerial/Supervisory Responsibilities:

• N/A

More...

Core Values

• Be Helpful to patrons and colleagues
• Be Resourceful in solving problems
• Be Curious in all aspects of your work
• Be Welcoming and Inclusive

Work Environment

• Public library setting
• Classroom setting within 1 of 9 Adult Learning Centers

Physical Duties

• Lifting/moving items up to 20 lbs may be required
• Setting up and disconnecting laptop computers to projectors

Pre-Placement Physical Required?

• No

Union/Non Union

• Non-Union

FLSA Status

• Non-Exempt

Schedule

• 5 hours per week
• Mondays and Wednesdays from 10:00am-1:00pm with 1.5 hour of paid prep time per week
• This position works on a cycle basis (Three 10-week instructional cycles in the fall, winter, spring and one 4 week summer cycle)

This job description represents the types and levels of responsibilities that will be required of the position and shall not be construed as a declaration of all of the specific duties and responsibilities for the role. Job duties may change if Library priorities change. Employees may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description as needed.

The New York Public Library

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