New York Public Library is hiring: ESOL Instructor (Part Time) - Wakefield Libra

Overview

Adult English Language and Literacy (AELL) is the direct service provider of ESOL and adult literacy instruction for The New York Public Library (NYPL). Professional teachers facilitate free instruction to adult patrons in reading, writing, speaking and listening from a 0 to 8th grade level in both in-person and online classes. Instruction is offered in three, 10-week cycles and one, 4-week summer cycle.

Must be able to work

Wakefield Library (Bronx): Mondays and Wednesdays from 10am-12pm

Responsibilities

• Teach ESOL classes that promote English language proficiency and digital literacy for students assessed at NRS levels 1-6
• Follow the prescribed curriculum in a communicative language teaching environment during class-time
• Submit lesson plans that demonstrate communicative language teaching in alignment with the prescribed curriculum
• Instruct adult ESOL students in classes and learning experiences, which will lead to the achievement of their educational and personal goals
• Assist in the managed enrollment process to recruit students and maintain student records
• Participate in prescribed professional development pertaining to adult basic education and Library strategic priorities

Required Education, Certifications

• Bachelor’s degree required

Required Experience

• At least 1 year of experience teaching adults in both in-person and online settings
• Experience creating lesson plans using a backward design approach
• Experience administering standardized assessments

Required Skills

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work well both independently and collaboratively
• Ability to meet deadlines for administrative tasks
• Strong computer skills including using Microsoft Office, Google Suite and Zoom
• Knowledge of technology-assisted learning, instructional software, video, audio and distance learning

Managerial/Supervisory Responsibilities

• N/A

Core Values

• Be Helpful to patrons and colleagues
• Be Resourceful in solving problems
• Be Curious in all aspects of your work
• Be Welcoming and Inclusive

Work Environment

• Public library setting
• Classroom setting within 1 of 9 Adult Learning Centers

Physical Duties

• Lifting/moving items up to 20 lbs may be required
• Setting up and disconnecting laptop computers to projectors

Pre-Placement

Physical Required?

• No

Union/Non Union

• Non-Union

FLSA Status

• Non-Exempt

Schedule

• 5 hours per week
• Mondays and Wednesdays from 10am-12pm with 1 hour of paid prep time per week
• This position works on a cycle basis (Three 10-week instructional cycles in the fall, winter, spring and one 4 week summer cycle)