Instructor Per Diem, Adult Education

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES • Provide instruction to students enrolled in English for Speakers of Other Language (ESOL) classes and/or Adult Basic Education (ABE)/ Spanish High School Equivalency (HSE) classes on an as-needed basis; • Deliver prepared lesson plans and/or adapt existing curriculum to meet student needs during assigned shifts; • Incorporate computer-based or online learning activities into instruction when applicable; • Maintain basic documentation of student attendance and participation for assigned sessions; • Administer informal assessments or support ongoing student evaluation as directed by program staff; • Communicate relevant student progress, needs, or concerns to the Program Coordinator of designee; • Refer students to internal support services as appropriate • Coordinate with Program Coordinator and instructional team to ensure continuity of instruction; • Participate in periodic check-ins as needed; • Attend trainings and staff meetings as available and relevant to scheduled work hours; • Perform other related duties as assigned within the scope of per-diem work. COMPETENCIES • Two years teaching experience in ESOL and/or ABE/HSE preferred; • Experience delivering or adapting lesson plans in a classroom setting; • Strong interpersonal and communication skills; • Ability to create an engaging, inclusive, and supportive learning environment; • Flexibility and responsiveness in a dynamic classroom setting; • Willing to go above and beyond program mandates for the benefit of the students; • Ability to understand the concepts of institutional and structural racism and bias and their impact on underserved and underrepresented communities; • Have a demonstrated commitment to supporting communities who have experienced systemic oppression and bias (e.g. people of color, LGBTQ+ people, immigrants, justice involved persons, etc.); • Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred or required – dependent upon program needs. EDUCATION EXPERIENCE Must possess a Bachelor’s degree in related field; license to teach with the NYC Department of Education preferred

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