ESOL Teacher at Catholic Charities Archdiocese of Boston

Boston, Massachusetts, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

13 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

13 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Teaching, Curriculum Development, Assessment, Technology Integration, Communication Skills, Problem-Solving, Cultural Competence, Educational Advising

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

This is a part-time 15.5 hours a week - hourly position that operates on a 36-week academic schedule. Must arrive on site by 5:00 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Class sessions run from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. Weekly check-ins will be scheduled at the discretion of the program. The Adult Education and Workforce Development Division of Catholic Charities of Boston offers comprehensive, high-quality educational services to advance and accelerate the academic achievement of adult immigrant learners who face significant barriers in their search of viable career pathways and self-sufficiency. Beyond offering comprehensive ESOL instruction, the Adult Education Centers provide specialized training across key industry pathways, including healthcare, human services, and information technology (IT), alongside dedicated college and career readiness programming, with flexible schedules and distance learning options. The ESOL Teacher provides English instruction, academic advising, and personalized support to students; develops up-to-date curriculum materials following student needs and goals; and works collaboratively with the Program Director and Education Center team. The position includes 6 hours of in-person teaching and 3 hours of remote instruction via Zoom per week, along with 4.5 hours of weekly preparation time and 2 hours of administrative responsibilities, for a total of 15.5 hours per week. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS * Teach ESOL to adult students, levels and/or industry focus vary by class and program * Conduct initial and on-going assessment of students, including BEST and TABE Class- E * Participate in staff development * Integrate technology and digital literacy skills in the class curriculum * Provide classroom instruction and educational advising * Develop curriculum materials including daily lesson plans which meet best practice standards and focus on communication skills * Maintain students' records in agency reporting tools * Facilitates student access to other educational, skills training, and/or higher educational programs, including their requirements and other information * Implement strategies for obtaining student feedback and incorporate data in new course offerings and staff professional development * Comply with funder requirements and policies, including DESE standards for Adult Education Center classes * Work is performed in a classroom/office environment interacting with students with the use of computers and other office equipment. May stand or sit for prolonged periods. * Maintain professional boundaries and confidentiality. * Attend all internal and external meetings and trainings as required * Local travel as needed QUALIFICATIONS * A bachelor’s degree in education or related field, or teaching certification and commensurate work experience; master’s degree preferred. * A minimum of 3 years of teaching experience in a similar environment strongly preferred Strong working knowledge of educational theory and best practices * Demonstrated ability to work effectively and compassionately in a culturally competent manner, with students of a wide variety of backgrounds, skill levels, race and ethnicity with varying level of English language skills * Technology skills - knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams) required, Google Classroom and Zoom experience preferred * Strong communication and problem-solving skills. Our benefits are competitive and include a 403(b) savings plan and generous time off (benefits may vary based on position and scheduled hours). We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. The base pay range reflects what Catholic Charities reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this role at the time of posting and may be modified from time to time. Actual compensation in this range may be determined based on other factors, including but not limited to work experience, education and specialty training. Visit us at: www.ccab.org [//www.ccab.org]. The ESOL Teacher is responsible for providing high-quality instruction for ESOL Level 5 and Critical Thinking. The position includes 6 hours of in-person teaching and 3 hours of remote instruction via Zoom per week, along with 4.5 hours of weekly preparation time and 2 hours of administrative responsibilities, for a total of 15.5 hours per week. This is a part-time hourly position that operates on a 36-week academic schedule. The ESOL Teacher must arrive on site by 5:00 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Class sessions run from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. Weekly check-ins will be scheduled at the discretion of the program.

Responsibilities

The ESOL Teacher is responsible for providing English instruction and academic advising to adult students. They develop curriculum materials and work collaboratively with the Program Director and Education Center team.