We are looking for a versatile ESOL Instructor (Hourly) to join our collaborative team at The New York Public Library in New York, NY.
Growing your career as a Full-Time ESOL Instructor (Hourly) is an outstanding opportunity to develop fundamental skills.
If you are strong in communication, research and have the right mindset for the job, then apply for the position of ESOL Instructor (Hourly) at The New York Public Library today!
Description
Overview
Adult English Language and Literacy (AELL) is the direct service provider of ESOL and adult literacy instruction for the Library. Professional teachers facilitate free instruction to adult patrons in reading, writing, speaking and listening from a 0 to 8th grade level in both in-person and online classes. Instruction is offered in 3, 10-week cycles and 1, 4-week summer cycle.
Responsibilities
- Teach ESOL classes that promote English language proficiency and digital literacy for students assessed at NRS levels 1-6
- Follow the prescribed curriculum in a communicative language teaching environment during class-time
- Submit lesson plans that demonstrate communicative language teaching in alignment with the prescribed curriculum
- Instruct adult ESOL students in classes and learning experiences, which will lead to the achievement of their educational and personal goals
- Assist in the managed enrollment process to recruit students and maintain student records
- Participate in prescribed professional development pertaining to adult basic education and Library strategic priorities
Required Education, Experience & Skills
Required Education & Certifications
- Bachelor’s degree required, with training and/or experience in ESOL
Required Experience
- Minimum 1 year of experience teaching adults in both in-person and online settings
- Successfully demonstrated experience using Microsoft Office, Google Suite, and Zoom
- Successfully demonstrated knowledge of technology-assisted learning, instructional software, video, audio and distance learning.
- Lesson plan creation using a backward design approach
- Experience administering standardized assessments
Required Skills
- Strong interpersonal skills. Ability to work well with a variety of people, in a multicultural setting, involving a variety of team situations.
- Ability to meet deadlines for administrative tasks.
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Core Values
All team members are expected and encouraged to embody the NYPL Core Values:
- Be Helpful to patrons and colleagues
- Be Resourceful in solving problems
- Be Curious in all aspects of your work
- Be Welcoming and Inclusive
Work Environment
- Public library setting
- Classroom setting within 1 of 9 Adult Learning Centers, or public library space within a branch library setting.
- Branch library setting
Physical Duties
- May require lifting up to 20 lbs
- Lifting and distributing course textbooks
- Setting up and disconnecting laptop computers to projectors
Pre-Placement Physical Required?
No
Union/Non Union
Non-Union
FLSA Status
Non-Exempt
Schedule
Hourly ESOL Instructors provide instruction in 3, 10-week instructional cycles in the fall, winter, and spring and a 4 week summer cycle. The winter 2023 instructional cycle runs January 30-April 2 . Spring cycle runs April 24-June 30. Summer cycle runs July 31-August 27 and fall cycle runs October 2- December 17. Additional hours may be available between instructional cycles to assist with new student testing and placement, but are not guaranteed. Extra hours are made available based on Best Plus and TABE Administrator certification, student demand, and budget availability.
Manhattan Positions Include:
St. Agnes Library - Tuesday/Thursday 12:30pm-2:30pm
Bronx Positions Include:
Jerome Park Library - Tuesday/Thursday 7pm-9pm
Benefits of working as a ESOL Instructor (Hourly) in New York, NY:
● Excellent Benefits Package
● Opportunities to grow
● Generous Compensation
No CV Required
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