Career Advancement Evening Instructor

About Us

The YMCA Education & Training Center has been helping immigrants learn English and develop employment skills to improve their lives since 1975. We are seeking a passionate and experienced ESOL instructor to join our team and help make a tangible difference in the lives of our students.

Position Overview

As an ESOL Instructor and advisor, you will deliver high-quality instruction to adult learners from diverse backgrounds, helping them develop essential language skills. This role involves creating an engaging, student-centered environment where learning goals align with students' personal and professional objectives. Workplace type: Remote Schedule: September 2026 – May 2027, 32 weeks Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 6:00-8:30 15 hours/week between live instruction, prep, advising, and bi-weekly meetings Teach ESOL to adults from varied linguistic, cultural, religious, socio-economic, and educational background.

Design and deliver engaging, contextually relevant lesson plans that integrate both language and life skills. Foster an inclusive and safe classroom atmosphere that supports active participation and language practice. Present clear language and content objectives for each session. Regularly conduct formative and summative assessments to monitor and report on students’ progress.

Provides ongoing support to help students stay on track academically and personally. Tracks student progress and outcomes related to education and employment. Communicate any classroom or student concerns to the Program Manager promptly. Maintain accurate attendance records and submit them on time. Upload course materials (e.

g., handouts, slides) to Google Classroom for student access.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree required; educational background preferred. TESOL, TEFL, or TESL certification required. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Google Classroom. Authorization to work in the U.S. Strong understanding of and sensitivity to socio-economic and ethnic minority issues. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and classroom management skills.

Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment. Comfortable using web-based file storage platforms (e.g., Google Docs, SharePoint. Bilingual is a plus. Why Join Us? This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a dedicated team working to enrich the community through education. You will contribute to a positive, collaborative environment and help shape an impactful learning experience for adult learners.

We look forward to welcoming committed educators who are eager to make a difference.