ESOL TEACHER
The Greater Portland Immigrant Welcome Center (IWC) is seeking a part-time English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) teacher for adult learners. The ESOL teacher will be responsible for lesson planning, teaching inclusive and engaging English language classes, assessing student needs and progress, and working collaboratively with iEnglish Program colleagues. English language acquisition is at the heart of IWC’s vision that Greater Portland’s immigrant community members have the opportunity to reach their full civic, economic, and social potential. IWC offers English language classes at its Center in downtown Portland and also in the community at partner organizations and places of employment.
The ideal candidate will have a passion for teaching, creating inclusive classrooms, working in a multilingual environment that welcomes diversity, and working to help students reach their goals. The role is currently for 20-25 hours/week, with a flexible schedule and the potential for full-time in the near future.
Job Responsibilities:
Prepare lesson plans and materials for adult English language learners to enhance students’ language proficiency in the areas of speaking, listening, reading and writing
Teach lessons and adapt to the needs of students
Record student attendance, progress, and assist with class registration
Collaborate with iEnglish Program Director and colleagues on curriculum and program development
Assist students with EnGen computer-based learning platform
Attend staff meetings
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications/Skills:
Experience teaching English to adult learners
Passion for working in adult education and with multilingual learners
Degree in Education, Linguistics, World Languages, TESOL or related fields
Experience using technology in the classroom
Pay & Benefits:
$21-$25/hour with generous preparation time
Paid time off
Parking
How to Apply:
If you are interested in applying, please send your resume and a cover letter to jobs@welcomeimmigrant.org or 24 Preble Street, Portland, ME 04101.
We will accept applications until a suitable candidate is found but may not be able to respond to all applicants.
IWC encourages applications from New Mainers.
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IWC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.
This job description is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills or working conditions associated with the position. While it is intended to accurately reflect the position’s activities and requirements, IWC reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary.
ABOUT THE GREATER PORTLAND IMMIGRANT WELCOME CENTER
The Greater Portland Immigrant Welcome Center serves as a hub of collaboration to strengthen the immigrant community through language acquisition, economic integration and civic engagement. We achieve that mission through four unique programs:
The iEnglish Project: Less than 4% of English learners in the U.S. have access to the quality English instruction they need for work and community. We’re working to change that.
Community Integration: Proactively supporting Maine’s immigrants by helping them to engage in civic life.
Business Hub: Helping immigrants understand, navigate, and thrive as an integral part of the Maine business community.
Women Lead: Run by women for women, Women Lead empowers immigrant women to reach economic self-sufficiency through the pursuit of their professional, entrepreneurial, or educational goals.