Teacher TESOL/TEFL

About the role

We are seeking compassionate, culturally responsive Substitute Teachers to support our Adult English Language Learner (ELL) classes serving immigrant and refugee communities.

Responsibilities

• Deliver English language instruction to adult learners at varying proficiency levels (Pre-literacy to Advanced), using provided lesson plans or approved curriculum materials.
• Foster a welcoming, respectful, and inclusive classroom environment that reflects the diverse cultural backgrounds of students.
• Support learners in developing skills in speaking, listening, reading, and writing English for real-life contexts such as employment, healthcare, transportation, and civic engagement.
• Manage classroom dynamics effectively, ensuring student participation and engagement.
• Communicate with program staff regarding student progress, classroom needs, and any concerns that arise during your teaching assignment.
• Maintain accurate attendance records and follow program procedures.

Requirements

• Cultural sensitivity and an understanding of the immigrant and refugee experience.
• Strong communication skills and classroom management abilities.
• Ability to adapt instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners with varying English proficiency levels.
• A high school diploma or equivalent (some positions may require a bachelor's degree or TESOL certification).
• Preferred Bachelor's degree in Education, TESOL, Linguistics, or related field.
• Experience teaching or tutoring ELL/ESL students, preferably in adult education settings.
• TESOL/TEFL certification or adult education credential.
• Bilingual or multilingual skills.
• Prior experience working with refugee or immigrant populations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Some positions may require a bachelor's degree or TESOL certification.
• Preferred Bachelor's degree in Education, TESOL, Linguistics, or related field.
• Experience teaching or tutoring ELL/ESL students, preferably in adult education settings.
• TESOL/TEFL certification or adult education credential.
• Bilingual or multilingual skills.
• Prior experience working with refugee or immigrant populations.

Skills

• Cultural sensitivity and understanding of the immigrant and refugee experience.
• Effective communication and classroom management skills.
• Ability to adapt instruction to diverse learners.
• Experience teaching or tutoring ELL/ESL students.
• TESOL/TEFL certification or adult education credential.
• Bilingual or multilingual skills.
• Prior experience working with refugee or immigrant populations.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• Health insurance premium assistance.
• Monthly wellness discount on health insurance premiums.
• Health savings account contribution.
• Reimbursement for mileage.
• 401k match contribution.
• Ongoing professional development training.
• A generous paid time off package.

Pay

Details about pay are not specified in this posting.

Schedule

Days and times vary based on program needs. Classes may be scheduled in the mornings, afternoons, or evenings, either in-person or virtually (if applicable).