Substitute ESL Literacy and Citizenship Instr

Substitute ESL Literacy and Citizenship Instructor - IDPL (Adult Education)

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Under the supervision of the ESL Literacy and Citizenship Coordinator, the Substitute ESL Literacy and Citizenship Instructor is responsible for imparting classes for the Citizenship, English Literacy, and first language literacy classes.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Presents material for program classes according to curriculum guidelines.
• Evaluates student progress utilizing quizzes, exams, performance portfolios, or other type of qualitative or quantitative evaluation.
• Administers and grades exams, quizzes, and other forms of student evaluation.
• Prepares syllabus documents as requested.
• Is present for a minimum of 95% of scheduled days.
• Motivates students to attend class, as measured by an acceptable rate of attendance and retention.
• Keeps accurate attendance records in two forms, a daily sign-in sheet for participants and a classroom record.
• Able to provide instruction in morning and evening on the same day if needed.
• Stays up to date by attending professional development as requested by supervisor.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION

• B.A. in language, math, subject area or education
• 1 year classroom experience teaching adults
• Previous syllabus and lesson plan writing as instructor
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, Bilingual Spanish English preferred
• Ability to maintain a high sense of confidentiality 
• Demonstrate ability to work as part of a team 
• Exceptional organization and time management skills 
• Excellent customer service skills
• Ability to maintain composure under pressure. 
• Dependable and punctual
• Exhibits professional courtesy in dealing with program participants, colleagues, and team members, and the public.
• Shows enthusiasm to teach, understands and applies current best-practices in classroom techniques and materials.
• Advanced skills with Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and the Internet

PHYSICAL DEMANDS 

Nature of work requires an ability to stand for long periods of time and operate standard business office equipment.  Requires ability to communicate and exchange information, collect, compile and prepare work documents, set-up and maintain work files.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Majority of work performed in a general classroom and office environment.  

BENEFITS

403b retirement saving plan (if working more than 20 hours per week).

PAID TIME OFF

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Leave

Instituto del Progreso Latino is an Equal Opportunity Employer