Volunteer Adult VESL Instructor
3 days ago
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Summary
International Rescue Committee is seeking a Volunteer Adult VESL Instructor to join their team in Elizabeth, NJ. The role involves teaching Vocational English as a Second Language (VESL) classes to newly arrived refugees and immigrants.
About the Role
As a Volunteer Adult VESL Instructor, you will facilitate small to large group instruction using provided curriculum, assist in program outreach to recruit and enroll new adult learners, conduct program orientations, administer pre- and post-tests to evaluate learning progress, manage online learning platforms and in-person classes, and create a welcoming environment for diverse participants. You will also maintain attendance records and communicate with Adult Education staff to evaluate learners' progress.
About You
Required:
- Must be based in the U.S. and either a U.S. citizen or have U.S. work authorization.
- Experience teaching ESOL/EFL to adults in group settings.
- Excellent classroom management skills.
Preferred:
- TESOL certificate or working towards receiving a TESOL certification.
- Experience working with adult students from diverse backgrounds.
- Fluency or familiarity with Spanish, Arabic, Pashto, Dari, Haitian Creole, or Swahili.
Benefits
- 10 sick days
- 10 US holidays
- 20-25 paid time off days depending on role and tenure
- Medical insurance starting at $143 per month
- Dental starting at $6.50 per month
- Vision starting at $5 per month
- FSA for healthcare and commuter costs
- 403b retirement savings plan with immediately vested matching
- Disability & life insurance
- Employee Assistance Program for counseling and care
International Rescue Committee
The International Rescue Committee responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises and help people to survive, recover, and gain control of their future. Founded in 1933 at the request of Albert Einstein, the IRC offers lifesaving care and life-changing assistance to refugees and displaced people forced to flee from war or disaster. At work today in over 50+ countries and in 28 U.S. cities, the IRC restores safety, dignity and hope to millions who are uprooted and struggling to endure.
Elizabeth, NJ