ESOL Instructor (Part Time) - Hunts Point Library

About the role

Adult English Language and Literacy (AELL) is the direct service provider of ESOL and adult literacy instruction for The New York Public Library (NYPL). 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 three, 10-week cycles and one, 4-week summer cycle.

This position is for the fall cycle of classes which lasts 10 weeks and takes place between September and December. Must be available to work at Hunts Point Library (Bronx) on Mondays and Wednesdays from 10:30am–12:30pm.

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.

Required Experience

• At least 1 year of experience teaching adults in both in-person and online settings.
• Experience creating lesson plans using a backward design approach.
• Experience administering standardized assessments.

Required Skills

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work well both independently and collaboratively.
• Ability to meet deadlines for administrative tasks.
• Strong computer skills including using Microsoft Office, Google Suite and Zoom.
• Knowledge of technology-assisted learning, instructional software, video, audio and distance learning.

Work Environment

• Public library setting.
• Classroom setting within 1 of 9 Adult Learning Centers.

Physical Duties

• Lifting/moving items up to 20 lbs may be required.
• Setting up and disconnecting laptop computers to projectors.