Lead ESL Instructor

ACCESS - Arab Community Center for Economic and Social Services; Dearborn (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

ACCESS - Arab Community Center for Economic and Social Services is seeking a full-time Lead English as a Second Language (ESL) Instructor in Dearborn, Michigan. The role involves overseeing instructors, leading lesson plan development, and supporting adult learners. Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in Education or related fields and at least one year of teaching experience. ESL certification is preferred. The position provides opportunities for professional development and community outreach involvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Business, Finance or related field.
• Minimum one year of teaching experience required.
• ESL certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead a group of instructors in teaching adults ESL.
• Review instructors' lesson plans and provide feedback.
• Manage daily activities of ESL instructors.
• Conduct student intake process at semester start.
• Organize assessments adhering to CASAS standards.

Skills

Adult learning principles

Communication skills

Lesson plan design

Instructional material organization

Behavior assessment

Proficiency in English

Knowledge of Arabic/Spanish

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Title: Lead English as a Second Language (ESL) Instructor

Job Status: Full-time

Job Summary: Under limited supervision, the Lead ESL Instructor uses intermediate skills obtained through experience and training to lead a group of instructors in the education of adults for whom English is not the primary language. The role involves directing the creation of lesson plans, observing classroom instruction, managing day‑to‑day activities of other instructors, setting priorities to ensure task completion, resolving escalated issues, and maintaining routine contact with internal and external customers.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Review and provide feedback regarding instructors’ lesson plans
• Create and execute daily lesson plans based on textbook curriculum as needed
• Assist supervisor with classroom observations and skill development for other instructors
• Plan and provide supplemental learning materials to demonstrate concepts in curriculum based on students’ needs
• Coordinate and administer assessments and evaluations adhering to the Comprehensive Adult Student Assessment System (CASAS) standards
• Conduct and organize student intake process at the start of each semester
• Ensure timely data collection, create reports and answer all data/information requests with staff assistance
• Manage routine administrative functions of the classroom including recording daily attendance, enforcing attendance policy, collecting assignments, and contacting absent students to encourage their return to class
• Counsel students on attendance and other class‑related concerns
• Hold regular office hours to be available for student questions and assistance
• Maintain student waiting list
• Plan and organize special presentations and events for students
• Assist in organizing and conducting professional development workshops and training sessions for instructors
• Conduct team meetings with ESL instructors on a regular basis
• Oversee the ordering of materials and supplies within an assigned budget
• Attend partner and collaboration meetings as needed
• Participate in community outreach activities and awareness campaigns to increase recognition and participation in services offered
• Work with supervisor to determine volunteer placement and maintenance
• Maintain currency in ESL education techniques targeted toward adult learners
• May teach various program classes as needed
• May provide oversight for peers
• Operate standard office equipment and use required software applications
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Principles, methods and techniques of adult learning
• Individual and group behavior
• Operating standard office equipment and using required software applications for program area and other applications, including Microsoft Office
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Design and delivery of effective lesson plans targeted to adult learners
• Organize and develop instructional material and present information in an interesting and challenging manner
• Plan and evaluate curriculum
• Organize and maintain records and appropriate documentation
• Evaluate individual and/or group instructional needs
• Communicate sufficiently to teach adults
• Maintain proficiency in subject matter taught
• Partner with other functional areas to accomplish objectives
• Incite enthusiasm and influence, motivate and persuade others to achieve desired outcomes
• Speak and write in English
• Interpret, speak and write in Arabic/Spanish or other predominant service population languages is preferred

Educational/Previous Experience Requirements

• Minimum Degree Required: Bachelor’s degree
• Required Disciplines: Education (preferred), Business, Finance or related field
• At least one year of teaching experience
• Any equivalent combination of experience, education and/or training approved by Human Resources

Licenses/Certifications

• ESL certification preferred

Working Conditions

Hours: Normal business hours; some additional hours may be required.

Travel Required: None generally required.

Working Environment: Climate controlled office.