PT ABE Teacher

Brooklyn Public Library; United States; On-site; USD 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Brooklyn Public Library's Adult Learning Program seeks an Adult Literacy Education instructor to prepare participants for the workforce, GED exam, and to empower adult learners across ABE, ESOL, and HSE programs.

The grant-funded role runs through June 30, 2027, offering up to 19 hours per week at $40 per hour, with collaborative professional development and a supportive team environment to deliver effective programming.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; certificate or Master’s degree in teaching English to adults of other languages preferred
• Experience teaching low level ABE and/or ESOL (min. 2 years)
• Certified administrator of Best Plus and TABE or willing to become certified
• Ability to connect with adult learning population

Responsibilities

• Provide ABE, ESOL, and HSE instruction for adult participants to develop speaking, listening, reading, writing, and math
• Provide high-quality theme based instruction to help participants develop their reading, writing, math, speaking, and listening skills
• Develop and implement student-centered lesson plans based on participant’s needs that engage participants and assist them in navigating the activities of their lives
• Administer BEST Plus and/or TABE assessments
• Monitor records of each participant and progress; produce progress reports as needed and quarterly course overviews
• Communicate with participants regarding upcoming events, absenteeism, etc.
• Participate in professional development, staff meetings and work as a team member with program assistants, case managers and other program staff to deliver effective programming that motivates participants and succeed in the program
• Evaluate and conference participants on their progress mid-term and end of term

Skills

ABE instruction

ESOL instruction

Student assessment

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Certificate or Master’s in Teaching English to Adults

Job description

We offer thousands of free programs every day for people from all walks of life—immigrants learning a new language, aspiring entrepreneurs launching their dreams, children discovering the world, people of all ages exploring arts and culture. And we give patrons millions of opportunities to enjoy one of life’s greatest satisfactions: the discovery of a good book. Now’s your chance to join the best team in Brooklyn!

Brooklyn Public Library's Adult Learning Program is seeking an Adult Literacy Education instructor who is a dedicated, experienced, and skilled ABE, HSE, and ESOL instructor to prepare participants for the workforce, GED exam. All instructors are expected to be passionate instructors with good interpersonal skills committed to empowering adult learning participant to meet their needs. Classroom instruction incorporates self-paced, computerized instruction, small group learning exercises, videos, and provides classroom instruction in a variety of fields at specifically lower levels (TABE levels 1 & 2) and higher levels TABE 5 & 6). The ability to develop contextualized lessons using extensive writing and reading practice in the content areas of science and social studies using a standardized curriculum for each program area.

We are seeking someone who is passionate about making a difference in their community by developing adults to their fullest potential. This is a grant funded opportunity through June 30, 2027. The workweek is up to 19 hours per week @ $40 per hour.

Responsibilities:

• Provide ABE, ESOL, and HSE instruction for beginning and higher level adult participants (depending on class) to develop skills in speaking, listening, reading, writing, and math
• Provide high-quality theme based instruction to help participants develop their reading, writing, math, speaking, and listening skills
• Develop and implement student centered lesson plans based on participant’s need that engage participants and assist them in navigating the activities of their lives
• Administer BEST Plus and/or TABE assessments
• Monitor records of each participant and progress; produce progress reports as needed and quarterly course overviews
• Communicate with participants regarding upcoming events, absenteeism, etc.
• Participate in professional development, staff meetings and work as a team member with program assistants, case managers and other program staff to deliver effective programming that motivates participants and succeed in the program
• Evaluate and conference participants on their progress mid-term and end of term

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree required; certificate or Master’s degree in teaching English to adults of other languages preferred
• Applicants with experience teaching low level ABE and/or ESOL (min. of 2 years)
• Experienced teachers
• Certified administrator of Best Plus and TABE or willing to become certified
• Ability to connect with adult learning population

We seek professionals dedicated to providing excellent customer service, developing fruitful partnerships in the community, and implementing programs aligned with our mission and vision. You will be immersed in a motivating and challenging environment where innovation is key to the organization. If you are looking to be part of a stimulating workplace that is highly regarded by its culturally diverse community, BPL is the place to be.

Brooklyn Public Library is an equal opportunity employer.

Brooklyn Public Library is one of the nation’s largest library systems and among New York City’s most democratic institutions. We offer thousands of free programs every day for people from all walks of life—immigrants learning a new language, aspiring entrepreneurs launching their dreams, children discovering the world, people of all ages exploring arts and culture. And we give patrons millions of opportunities to enjoy one of life’s greatest satisfactions: the discovery of a good book. Now’s your chance to join the best team in Brooklyn!