Summer Substitute English Teacher- Queens, NY

The Brook Hill Alliance; Hempfield Township (Westmoreland County); Presencial; USD 33.062 - 37.195; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

The Brook Hill Alliance is seeking Substitute Teachers for the summer program from July 17 to August 8. The role involves teaching English to international high school students, with classes held Monday-Saturday. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and prior EFL/ESL experience.

Pay ranges from $24.00 to $27.00 per hour based on location and program size. The position requires strong interpersonal skills and authorization to work in the U.S.

Formación

• Authorization to work in the U.S. required.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Prior EFL/ESL teaching experience strongly preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Deliver well-prepared English lessons to international students.
• Maintain professional communication with Brook Hill staff.
• Assess students' proficiency levels and attendance.

Conocimientos

EFL/ESL teaching experience

Google Drive proficiency

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Educación

Bachelor's degree

TESOL certificate or Master’s degree

Herramientas

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Descripción del empleo

Overview Of The Position

The Brook Hill Alliance (formerly PLUS) is a global leader in providing English language courses to international students. Our mission is to empower students to connect with the world through language and cultural exchange. At Brook Hill, we are dedicated to creating vibrant, inclusive, and safe environments where students can grow academically, culturally, and personally.

Brook Hill runs summer English language study and travel programs for international high school students across North America. The programs allow students the opportunity to take English classes and explore the surrounding regions while staying at North American colleges and universities.

This Position Is Perfect For

• Teachers who are excited about the opportunity to work with diverse groups of international students who are eager to learn about the United States
• Teachers who are proficient at using technology to deliver lessons on Google Slides, but who are creative and quick on their feet to pivot lessons toward students’ interests
• Teachers who have a flexible schedule, especially during July when enrollment is generally highest

Time Commitment

• The employment period for Substitute Teachers is July 17 through August 8. There may be additional opportunities to substitute in the first half of July. Availability during the summer months should be indicated in the application.
• The schedule and hours per week vary depending on the needs of the campus.
• Classes are Monday‑Saturday, on average 4‑5 times a week (with some Saturday mornings required). Some weeks may require up to six days of classes. Most lessons are 8:30 am‑12:15 pm, with some additional afternoon classes 1:15 pm‑5:00 pm.
• If approved, vacation time may be honored during the employment period for this position, but is unpaid. Peak hours can be expected when enrollment is highest, usually the last two weeks of July.

Compensation

Pay scale is determined by campus location and program size. The pay scale for this position is: $24.00–$27.00 per hour.

Specific Duties And Responsibilities

• Standard Expectations
  • Interact with groups of international high school students and their group leaders in a professional, enthusiastic, and customer service‑oriented manner
  • Be familiar with, adhere to, and enforce Brook Hill policies and procedures, including emergency and public health protocols
  • Ensure the safety of all participants
  • Be familiar with campus‑specific information
  • Maintain frequent communication with Brook Hill staff
  • Assist with emergency situations, as needed
  • Complete all Brook Hill assessments received during employment period
  • Assist in duties other than the aforementioned and the following, as assigned and as they arise
• Academic Program
  • Deliver well‑prepared English as a Foreign Language lessons to diverse classrooms of international high school students in a professional and engaging manner
  • Review the curriculum provided by Brook Hill to adequately prepare for each lesson; instructors should be prepared to supplement the curriculum with their own materials, as appropriate.
  • Assess whether students have been placed in the correct level of instruction
  • Orally assess students’ proficiency levels, as directed by the Academic Supervisor
  • Practice appropriate classroom management techniques to ensure a safe, comfortable, and engaging learning environment for all students
  • Track students’ attendance on a daily basis
  • Fill out a Certificate of Course Completion for each student at the conclusion of their course
  • Collaborate with the Academic Supervisor and Brook Hill administration regarding instructional methods and the curriculum
  • Attend training sessions and any additional meetings organized by the Academic Supervisor and/or Brook Hill administration
  • Maintain frequent and professional communication with the Academic Supervisor
  • Perform other duties, as assigned

Qualifications And Desired Skills

• Authorization to work in the U.S. required
• Must be 18 years or older
• Bachelor’s degree required at the time of start date; TESOL certificate and/or Master’s degree preferred
• Prior EFL/ESL teaching experience strongly preferred
• Experience working with multicultural and multilingual classrooms strongly preferred
• Command of Google Drive (including Google Sheets and Google Slides) and the Microsoft suite of products (including Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint) strongly preferred
• Successful candidates will be self‑motivated, organized, professional, and adaptable, with strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Because this role involves working with minors, employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and any required fingerprinting, in compliance with state and federal regulations