ESOL TEACHER

Catholic-Charities-Archdiocese-of-Boston; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Catholic Charities of Boston is seeking an ESOL Teacher to deliver evening ESOL instruction to adult learners at the South Boston location. You will advise students, develop up-to-date curriculum, and coordinate with the Program Director and Education Center team.

The role requires a bachelor's degree in education or related field (master's preferred) and a minimum of 3 years of teaching experience in adult education. Experience with Zoom is required and ESOL experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in education or related field, or teaching certification; master's degree preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of teaching experience in a similar adult education environment.
• Strong knowledge of educational theory and best practices; ability to teach via Zoom.

Responsibilities

• Teach ESOL to adult students; levels/industry vary by class and program.
• Conduct initial and ongoing assessment of students, including BEST and TABE Class-E.
• Develop curriculum materials and daily lesson plans meeting best practice standards.
• Provide classroom instruction and educational advising; maintain student attendance and progress.
• Maintain students' records in agency reporting tools; support access to other programs.

Skills

Teaching experience

Math/Finance background

Zoom experience

ESOL experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in education or related field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Google Classroom

Zoom

Job description

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ESOL TEACHER

275 West Broadway, South Boston, MA, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1596

Salary Range: $28.56 To $30.00 Hourly

The Adult Education and Workforce Development Division of Catholic Charities of Boston offers comprehensive, high-quality educational services to advance and accelerate the academic achievement of adult immigrant learners who face significant barriers in their search of viable career pathways and self-sufficiency. Beyond offering comprehensive ESOL instruction, the Adult Education Centers provide specialized training across key industry pathways, including healthcare, human services, and information technology (IT), alongside dedicated college and career readiness programming, with flexible schedules and distance learning options.

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.

Schedule: Tuesday, 4:30-8:30 PM: PD, advising & ESOL (in person). Wednesday, 5:00-8:30 PM: Advising & ESOL (Zoom). Thursday, 4:30-8:30 PM: PD, advising & Math/Financial Literacy (in person). 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. Classes run 5:30-8:30 PM; advising begins at 5:00 PM.

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.

The Adult Education and Workforce Development Division of Catholic Charities of Boston offers comprehensive, high-quality educational services to advance and accelerate the academic achievement of adult immigrant learners who face significant barriers in their search of viable career pathways and self-sufficiency. Beyond offering comprehensive ESOL instruction, the Adult Education Centers provide specialized training across key industry pathways, including healthcare, human services, and information technology (IT), alongside dedicated college and career readiness programming, with flexible schedules and distance learning options.

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.

Schedule: Tuesday, 4:30-8:30 PM: PD, advising & ESOL (in person). Wednesday, 5:00-8:30 PM: Advising & ESOL (Zoom). Thursday, 4:30-8:30 PM: PD, advising & Math/Financial Literacy (in person). 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. Classes run 5:30-8:30 PM; advising begins at 5:00 PM.

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.

Visit us at: www.ccab.org .

11/2025

Schedule: Tuesday, 4:30-8:30 PM: PD, advising & ESOL (in person). Wednesday, 5:00-8:30 PM: Advising & ESOL (Zoom). Thursday, 4:30-8:30 PM: PD, advising & Math/Financial Literacy (in person). 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. Classes run 5:30-8:30 PM; advising begins at 5:00 PM.