Volunteer Adult ESL Instructor

International Rescue Committee; Elizabeth (NJ); On-site; USD 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated volunteers to teach English to adult refugees and immigrants. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of individuals rebuilding their lives in a new country. Volunteers will engage in small to large group instruction, utilizing provided curriculum, and will need to commit to a flexible teaching schedule. This position not only enhances your teaching skills but also allows you to foster a welcoming community for diverse learners. If you have a passion for education and helping others, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• Experience teaching ESOL/EFL to adults in group settings.
• Familiar with Zoom and other teaching-related platforms.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate group instruction using provided curriculum.
• Design customized lesson plans to meet students’ needs.

Skills

Teaching ESOL/EFL

Classroom management

Lesson plan design

Digital literacy support

Communication skills

Education

Post-secondary education

Tools

Zoom

Job description

Job Title: Volunteer Adult ESL Instructor

Sector: Education

Employment Type: Part-Time

Compensation: USD0.00 - 0.00 Hourly

Location: Elizabeth, NJ USA

Work Arrangement: Fully Remote

Job Description

SCOPE OF WORK:

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) works in the United States to welcome newly arrived refugees and immigrants, supports them in their resettlement, and provides holistic services to help them build new lives in their communities.

The IRC in New Jersey seeks volunteer instructors to support English language learning among recently arrived adult refugees and immigrants who have fled persecution in their home country and are rebuilding their lives in New Jersey. IRC will hold 1.5-hour morning, afternoon, or evening classes twice a week. Volunteers must commit to teaching a selected schedule every week for a 10-week long session for at least 6 months.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Facilitate small to large group instruction using provided curriculum.
• Familiar with using Zoom to conduct classes and engage learners in the online class setting.
• Design customized lesson plans based on provided curriculum to meet students’ learning needs.
• Facilitate and support technology skills through online lessons to low digital literacy skills students.
• Promote core competencies of English language skills needed to obtain and retain employment and achieve self-sufficiency.
• Create a welcoming environment that fosters community and learning among program participants while interacting with a diverse population.
• Record attendance and prepare lesson materials effectively.
• Timely documentation and submission of the Teacher Log after each class.
• Communicate with Adult Education staff to evaluate student progress, define weekly lesson objectives, and summarize student learning outcomes.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Volunteers must be based in the U.S. and must be a U.S. citizen or have U.S. work authorization. Must be enrolled in or have graduated from a post-secondary institution within the last 2 years.
• Experience teaching ESOL/EFL to adults in group settings.
• TESOL certificate or working towards receiving a TESOL certification is preferred.
• Familiar with Zoom and other teaching-related platforms.
• Experience working with adult students from a variety of backgrounds, including those with limited formal education and/or literacy skills.
• Excellent classroom management skills and confidence to facilitate both large and small groups.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment.
• Reliable, responsible, and dedicated to the position until the end of the session.
• Fluency or familiarity with Spanish, Arabic, Pashto, Dari, Haitian Creole, or Swahili is a bonus, but not required.