ccj ccj
ccj
About Us Services News & Events Communications Case Studies
Catholic Charities

English Language Services ESOL Instructor

Job Description

Status:Non-Exempt, Part-time

Hours of Work:21 Hours per week (Normal business hours for the program are 8:00 to 4:00, Monday through Friday)

Salary:TBD

General Description:
The ESOL Instructor’s purpose is to accelerate the student’s learning or acquisition of the English language as defined by State of Florida guidelines. The instructor may also serve as a liaison between the student, other classroom teachers and their respective refugee resettlement office. The teacher will implement all ESOL procedures in order to be in compliance with government and organizational policies. The role of the ESOL Instructor is to provide the student with the necessary skills to become proficient in English through grammar, reading, writing, speaking and listening. The ESOL Instructor will also aid client understanding of U.S. cultural norms, values and practices.

Primary Responsibilities

  • Prepare materials and classrooms for class activities;
  • Instruct students individually and in groups, using various teaching methods such as lectures, discussions, and demonstrations;
  • Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects and communicate those objectives to students;
  • Plan and conduct activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time that provides students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate;
  • Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among the students for whom they are responsible;
  • Observe and evaluate students' work to determine progress and make suggestions for improvement;
  • Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs, abilities, and interests;
  • Maintain accurate and complete student records as required by laws or administrative policies;
  • Implement all the procedures of the ESOL Program as prescribed in CASAS intakes, assessments, teaching materials and organizational policies;
  • Provide rigorous and appropriate instruction to ESOL students that supports the acceleration of English and job readiness;
  • Prepare students for further education by encouraging them to explore learning opportunities and to persevere with challenging tasks;
  • Monitor ESOL students’ progress in all aspects of his/her academic schedule and their participation in their school programs and promote and advocate for their participation as appropriate;
  • Handle student issues within program and organizational policies (e.g. student requests for class changes, absenteeism, potential conflicts etc);
  • Contact pre-approved instructors for substitution purposes and prepare the appropriate lesson plans and activities;

Other Tasks and Functions

  • Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar;
  • Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups;
  • Ability to select and use training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when teaching new concepts;
  • Ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand;
  • Ability to develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time;
  • Ability to demonstrate a positive attitude and remain professional in all situations;

Reporting Relationships:

  • ESOL Instructor reports to the Program Manager and the Director of Refugee Resettlement;
  • ESOL Instructor will also create and maintain reports for the Department of Children and Families

Minimum Eligibility Requirements

  • Undergraduate degree, preferably in Education, from a recognized university and TESOL certification (or willingness to become certified);
  • Knowledge of second language acquisition, techniques for teaching English, ability to conduct appropriate assessments for program placement and monitoring student achievement;
  • Native or near-native proficiency in all the skills of understanding, speaking, reading and writing in English;
  • Excellent interpersonal skills in order to collaborate with all stakeholders and an interest in working in a multicultural environment.
  • Possess user skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint
  • Satisfactory completion of a criminal background check.
  • Satisfactory completion of a Florida driver’s license check.

This position requires that you drive your personal automobile or vehicle on agency business on behalf of Catholic Charities Jacksonville Regional Office. Therefore:

  • You are required to have a current valid Florida Drivers License. Maximum points accumulated on your driving record cannot exceed 6 at any one time in order for you to be considered as having a good driving record.
  • You are required to carry automobile liability insurance in the amount of at least $50,000 for each person, $100,000 for each accident or occurrence for bodily injury, and $25,000 for property damage. In addition, limits up to 100,000/$300,000/$50,000 are required in the event of transporting children. You must provide the agency with a current certificate of insurance.
  • Your position is based upon the conditions as set forth in the MANAGEMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES, G4.19, Automobile and Driver Policy.

Send resumes, cover letters, and any inquiries to ESLGRANT@ccbjax.org. Please do not call.

“CCB is an equal opportunity employer. Minorities and non-Catholics are welcome to apply.”
ccj
ccj   ccj