ESL Instructor - IDPL (Adult Education)

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ESL Instructor - IDPL (Adult Education)

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

Instituto del Progreso Latino is a community organization whose mission is to contribute to the fullest development of Latino(a) immigrants and their families through education, training and employment that fosters participation in the changing U.S. society while preserving cultural identity and dignity. Founded in 1977 to help Latino's learn basic skills, pass the civil service exam and obtain higher paying post office jobs, Instituto has grown to a flourishing educational center serving over 14,000 Chicago families per year.

POSITION DESCRIPTIONUnder the supervision of the Dean of Adult Education and the Lead ESL Instructor, the Part-Time Instructor is responsible for imparting classes, implementing, and designing curriculum-based activities for the IDPL English language program initiatives, including ESL, EL Civics, English Literacy, and first language literacy classes.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepares and presents material for program classes according to curriculum guidelines.
• Regularly evaluates student progress utilizing quizzes, exams, performance portfolios, or other type of qualitative or quantitative evaluation.
• Designs, writes, administers, and grades exams, quizzes, and other forms of student evaluation.
• Prepares syllabus documents as requested, including syllabus writing for the department and curriculum writing for other staff.
• Is present for a minimum of 95% of scheduled classes.
• Motivates students to attend class, as measured by an acceptable rate of attendance and retention.
• Receives positive and acceptable student feedback in evaluations conducted twice annually.
• Keeps accurate attendance records in two forms, a daily sign-in sheet for participants and a classroom record.
• Demonstrates ability to work in a team with colleagues.
• 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.
• Is able to provide instruction in morning and evening schedule on the same day
• Stays up to date by attending professional development on an ongoing basis, no less than four hours every six months.
• Attends civic events in support of the school and the community.

QUALIFICATIONS

• B.A.in language, math, subject area or education;
• 1 year classroom experience teaching adults
• Previous Syllabus Document and Lesson plan writing as instructor
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, Bilingual Spanish English preferred
• Experience working with a membership or volunteer environment preferred, nonprofit organization ideal.
• Ability to maintain a high sense of confidentiality
• Able to work with a wide variety of people
• Exceptional organization and time management skills
• Above average "customer" service approach
• Ability to maintain composure under pressure.
• Dependable and punctual
• Advanced skills with Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and the Internet

The above is intended to describe the general conditions of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities and requirements.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS Nature of work requires an ability to operate standard business office equipment. Requires ability to communicate and exchange information, collect, compile and prepare work documents, as well as set-up and maintain work files.

WORKING CONDITIONS Majority of work performed in a general office environment. Position requires availability for extended hours plus non-traditional hours may be required to perform job duties. Also requires participation and attendance at organization sponsored events and meetings .

Instituto del Progreso Latino is an Equal Opportunity Employer