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Catholic Charities of Louisville

ELT Instructor

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What they do

An English or Language Arts Teacher teaches English in elementary to secondary schools. Focuses on English, writing, composition, literature, and critical analysis. In elementary school, language arts classes focus on basic reading, writing and linguistic / communication skills. In middle school, the English curriculum evolves and expands to include more complicated reading comprehension, such as fiction, poetry and essays. In teaching high school, the focus relies on developing analytical skills.

$62,511 / year median in Kentucky

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Job Description

ELT Instructor Catholic Charities of Louisville - 3.0 Louisville, KY Job Details Part-time $24 an hour 14 hours ago Qualifications Teaching experience with English language learners (ELLs) Confidential information handling ESL instruction experience Writing skills English Online learning environment experience Learning styles adaptability Bachelor's degree Working with students from diverse cultural backgrounds Driving Instructional adaptability Online training platform teaching experience English language learner (ELL) student support Literacy education Computer skills Online instruction Student engagement classroom management Remote training Multicultural competence in teaching Adult language education
Full Job Description ELT Instructor Salary:
$24.00 Part-time - Evening Shift - Must be able to work offsite In this role, the ELT instructor will teach evening ELT classes to adult refugees at the Beginning ELT literacy and Low beginning ELT levels with a focus on survival English and work skills to prepare them for work and daily life in our community. The instructor must be comfortable teaching students from diverse cultures with a constant change in the number of participants due to new arrivals and job placements. The school operates with an open enrollment policy, so new students are expected to join classes every week. The instructor must have a strong desire for cultural exchange and be able to adapt the communication and teaching methods to individual classrooms. In keeping with the mission, vision, and Catholic identity of Catholic Charities of Louisville, the ELT Instructor demonstrates the Welcome, Empower, and Strengthen values of the agency.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND TASKS
1. Provide in-person group instructions and tutoring for students. 2. Plan lessons and activities appropriate for students' English proficiency levels. 3. Connect students with resources and other services in the community. 4. Record students' attendance and progress. 5. When working with volunteers, provide training and prepare lessons and activities for individual or small group instruction. 6. Ensures that all documentation relating to ELT (English Language Training) is recorded in the agency computer database programs and/or required forms. 7. Drive clients to ELT orientations if needed. 8. Participate in agency-wide activities. 9. Other duties assigned by the supervisor
EFFORT:
Ability to sit, stand and walk for extended periods of time. Ability to work under pressure, effectively utilize time and resources and use sound judgment when making decisions. Significant ability to multi-task and respond to deadlines. Ability to work well with a diverse group of people. Ability to lift and carry up to 25 lbs.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
A bachelor's degree with experience teaching ELT to adults.
SPECIALIZED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
Strong classroom management skills Ability to provide high-quality instructions to different English proficiency levels, from literacy to advanced level students. Must have good technology-related skills for teaching in a virtual classroom like Zoom or Google Classroom and other programs for online teaching. Must be able to communicate well verbally and in writing with colleagues, clients, and other community members. Must have good organizational and critical thinking skills. Must be able to maintain confidentiality of any information encountered. Must demonstrate self-confidence, enthusiasm, and initiative. Ability to read, write and understand the English language
WORKING CONDITIONS
This work is performed in a classroom and office setting with moderate noise due to computers, printers, and people moving. Catholic Charities of Louisville (CCL) is the social-service arm of the Archdiocese of Louisville (ADOL). We provide help and create hope for the poor and vulnerable through a wide range of programs, assisting clients of all races, backgrounds and beliefs. Our service area includes 24 counties throughout Central Kentucky.