Ada Jenkins Center - Multilingual Learner LEARN Works Instructor

About the role

The ML LEARN Works Instructor supports the reading progress and academic enrichment of a group of elementary Multilingual Learners under the direction of the Director of Education Services. The position is part-time, seasonal, and involves in-person work from Monday to Friday from 2:00-6:30 pm, mid-August through mid-May, with occasional extended shifts.

Responsibilities

• Create and implement lessons for groups of ML students utilizing determined curriculum(s), explicit instruction, and ML resources.
• Coach students in whole group, small groups, pairs, and individually regarding English proficiency skills and the use of reading strategies.
• Monitor the progress of each student on an ongoing basis, provide consistent feedback about progress and achievement, and inform parents about their student's progress at determined intervals or as requested.
• Collaborate with fellow LEARN Works instructors for ML students to participate in class/grade level(s) enrichment.
• Ensure students complete evaluation or assessments as needed.
• Model student expectations and the Love and Logic philosophy for program participants.
• Identify students in need of extra support for social skill development and implement strategies designed to promote the students' abilities to make good choices.
• Provide participants with encouragement about their personal growth and development.
• Establish routines and procedures for the classroom that maintain a safe, positive learning climate for participants.
• Attend training sessions as required.
• Participate in observations and coaching check-ins.
• Communicate with supervisor and colleagues about needs and concerns.
• Establish performance goals, performance mid-year check-ins, and self and supervisor annual performance appraisals.
• Participate in the development of the program.
• Attend team meetings.
• Communicate with parents via communication platforms, keep parents informed of their student's progress, attend parent workshops, conduct parent conferences, and provide supervision of volunteers and feedback to volunteers.

Requirements

• Minimally one year certificate from college or technical school; or six months to a year of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• At least 2 years of experience working with elementary school students preferred.
• ESL, TESOL, or certified in a similar program. TESOL certification can be acquired shortly after if not currently certified.
• Fluency and literacy in another language preferred.
• Prior experience working with volunteers preferred.
• Computer proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel.
• Comfortable with online instruction and familiar with Microsoft Office apps preferred.
• CPR and First Aid Certified. Certification can be acquired shortly after if not currently certified.

Skills, Abilities and Attributes

• Proven excellent interpersonal skills and culture sensitivity.
• Works well with others and behaves professionally and ethically while developing professionally.
• Able to work independently and as a member of a team.
• Adaptable and open to change and new information; adapts behavior and work methods in response to new information, changing conditions, or unexpected obstacles.
• Committed to continuous improvement.
• A passion for the work of the Ada Jenkins Center, with a genuine commitment to the fulfillment of the agency's mission.

Benefits

No benefits are mentioned in the job posting.

Pay

$18 - $18.01 per hour

Schedule

Part-time, seasonal, in-person work from Monday to Friday from 2:00-6:30 pm, mid-August through mid-May, with occasional extended shifts.