A Bilingual, ESL, or Language Teacher teaches foreign languages to students in elementary to secondary schools. This includes English as a second language. Common foreign languages which are taught are Spanish, French, Japanese, Korean, German, Dutch, Russian, Mandarin, and Arabic.
Career Advancement Morning Instructor YMCA of Greater Boston - 3.7 Boston, MA Job Details Part-time $29.40 an hour 1 hour ago Qualifications Engaging lesson design (student motivation techniques) Bachelor's degree
Full Job Description Description 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.
Key Responsibilities Key Responsibilities:
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.
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise 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 Job Benefits 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. About YMCA of Greater Boston The YMCA of Greater Boston is the largest social services provider in Massachusetts. Through our network of facilities and program sites, the YMCA provides health and wellness programming, child care, summer camp, youth sports, and teen leadership programs, as well as work-force development and community outreach. The YMCA of Greater Boston is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religious creed, protected genetic information, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, or veteran's status.
