English as a Second Language (ESL) Instructor - Job Corps Program

Grant Associates • Full-time • New York, NY, US • $66k / year • 4w ago

ESL Instructor

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Who We Are

Our employees consistently rate Grant Associates as a great place to work, and often recommend open positions to friends. We are a culturally diverse company with competitive benefits, frequent opportunities for growth and change, training and fun activities! We provide: Competitive wages for high performance • 11 Paid Holidays • PTO • Tuition reimbursement • Guided Professional Development Plans • Summer Fridays • Weekly Wellness Sessions • Medical/Vision/ Dental • Employer Paid Life Insurance • Employer 401k Contributions • Employee Referral Bonus • Employee Assistance Programs •Company Picnics • Volunteer Experiences • Access to Free Financial Counseling

Innovation and a culture of continuous improvement are built into the fabric of our company. Staff have an opportunity to improve themselves and our company by joining our Fit Forward, Culture, Innovation, Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging, and Green teams.

General Description
The Job Corps ESL Instructor will have a strong background in English language education and the ability to help participants improve their language proficiency and communication skills.

Key Responsibilities:

Curriculum Development: Refine ESL curriculum materials, lesson plans, and activities that align with language learning standards and participants' needs.
Instructional Delivery: Deliver engaging and interactive English language lessons that focus on speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills.
Language Proficiency: Teach participants grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation, and conversational strategies to enhance their English language proficiency.
Cultural Competence: Incorporate cultural awareness and sensitivity into lessons to promote effective communication in diverse environments.
Assessment and Evaluation: Conduct assessments and language proficiency tests to measure participants' progress, provide feedback, and tailor instruction accordingly. Serve CASAS testing coordinator.
Individualized Support: Provide one-on-one guidance and support to participants, addressing their unique language learning needs and goals.
Classroom Environment: Foster a positive and inclusive classroom environment that encourages active participation, collaboration, and language development.
Digital Tools: Integrate educational technology and online resources to enhance language learning and digital literacy skills.
Collaboration: Collaborate with program staff, support services, and community resources to provide comprehensive language education and support.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages), Linguistics, Education, or a related field
TESOL certification or relevant teaching certification required.
Minimum of two years of experience teaching English as a second language to diverse groups of learners.
Strong understanding of language acquisition theories, teaching methodologies, and best practices for ESL instruction.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
Passion for supporting language learners and helping them achieve their educational and career goals.
Familiarity with educational technology and willingness to integrate it into teaching practices.

Salary: $66,000 - $70,000 Annually

About Us

Grant Associates is a national workforce development company that is passionate about raising the economic security for the people, businesses, and communities we serve. Since opening our doors in 1997, we have operated programs in cities large and small, partnering with communities to build the human side of economic development. As one of the largest workforce development organizations in North America, we have provided workforce development services to more than 50,000 companies and helped more than 1.2 million people achieve their career goals. Grant Associates is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Advanced Personnel Management (APM) Group, a leading international provider of Human Services with offices in ten countries.

*Grant Associates in an Equal Opportunity Employer