New Americans Initiative ESOL & Citizenship Instructor

YMCA of the USA; New York (NY); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement benefits

Medical benefits

Paid time off

Free YMCA membership

Job summary

The Flushing YMCA is seeking a New Americans Initiative Instructor to develop curricula aligned with adult learning principles and to facilitate ESOL, HSE/ABE, Citizenship, Technology, and other classes. The role includes evaluating progress and supporting program services within the New American Initiative.

Qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree, at least one year of English teaching experience, and preference for bilingual applicants.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s in Education preferred.
• Minimum of one year of relevant experience teaching English.
• Bilingual preferred.
• Must be a team player and able to build relationships with participants and partners.
• Ability and interest in working with diverse populations.
• Knowledge of adult literacy principles and practices.
• Experience in preparing lesson plans, syllabi, and curricula.
• Knowledge of Best Plus testing is preferred.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office including Excel.

Responsibilities

• Develop and utilize lesson plans for ESOL, HSE/ABE, Citizenship, Technology, and related classes.
• Maintain up-to-date lesson plans, syllabi, curricula, and handouts.
• Teach assigned classes to build student skills and confidence.
• Complete student assessments each cycle and maintain student files.
• Support classroom administration and ordering supplies as needed.
• Manage attendance and data entry into DYCD Connect, ASISTS, Salesforce, etc.
• Pre- and post-test students using Best Plus testing.
• Model hospitality and contribute to community outreach and events.

Skills

ESOL instruction

Adult literacy

Curriculum development

Team collaboration

Civic education knowledge

Immigration services knowledge

Patient and organized

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Master’s degree in Education preferred

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office Suite

Best Plus Testing

Job description

The Flushing YMCA is seeking a New Americans Initiative Instructor to develop curricula aligned with adult learning principles and to facilitate ESOL, HSE/ABE, Citizenship, Technology, and other classes. The role includes evaluating progress and supporting program services within the New American Initiative.

Qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree, at least one year of English teaching experience, and preference for bilingual applicants.