Adult Program ESOL Instructor

Adult Program ESOL Instructor –
Children's Aid

Position Summary:

The Children’s Aid Adult Education Program at the Salome Urena Campus offers classes in English as a Second Language (ESOL) Levels I – III and social‑emotional learning (SEL). The program is offered in two cycles (September–January and February–end of May) with classes meeting twice a week from 6:00 pm–9:00 pm. The ESOL Instructor delivers high‑quality English language instruction to non‑native speakers, fostering language development, academic progress, and cultural integration.

The instructor designs and implements engaging, effective lessons aligned with New York State standards and student proficiency levels, using diverse teaching methods to support varied learning styles.

• Understand and promote the organization’s Mission, Vision, and Core Values.
• Establish clear objectives for lessons, units, and projects and communicate them to students.
• Assess student English language proficiency using the BEST PLUS 2.0.
• Prepare materials and classrooms for class activities.
• Instruct students individually and in groups using lectures, discussions, and demonstrations.
• Plan and conduct activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time.
• Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order.
• Conduct three assessments per student (pre‑assignment, mid‑assessment, post‑assessment).
• Observe and evaluate students’ work to determine progress and make suggestions for improvement.
• Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet varying needs, abilities, and interests.
• Maintain accurate and complete student records as required by policy.
• Provide rigorous instruction that supports acceleration of English aligned with the Department of New York State Standard.
• Encourage students to explore learning opportunities and persevere with challenging tasks.
• Serve as a liaison between students, families, and the school, providing cross‑cultural information.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in a related subject.
• At least two years of teaching experience (highly preferred).

• Able to teach adults in Core English as Second Language or social‑emotional learning curriculum.

Salary: $30.00 – $35.00 per hour.

Seniority level:
Entry level.

Employment type:

Part‑time.

Job function:
Education and Training.

Industries:
Non‑profit Organizations.

Legal Statement:
Children’s Aid is committed to equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants and maintains a harassment and discrimination‑free work environment. The agency prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation on any protected basis, including race, creed, color, national origin, ethnicity, alienage or citizenship status, gender/sex (including pregnancy), disability, religion, source of income, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, familial status, caregiver status, military status, marital or partnership status, status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual violence or stalking, predisposing genetic characteristics, arrest or conviction record, credit history or unemployment status.

Children’s Aid complies with applicable state and local non‑discrimination laws; the policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment. The agency conducts investigations of all allegations in a confidential manner and takes appropriate corrective action. Children’s Aid prohibits retaliation against employees who provide information about, complain about, or assist in the investigation of any complaint.