The PennTESOL Opportunities page is where you can find job postings, professional development events, calls for proposals, grants, research, and other news relevant to the field of English language teaching in and around Eastern Pennsylvania.

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  • Tuesday, July 22, 2025 1:26 PM | Rob Sheppard (Administrator)

    LCN currently has an opening for an adult English Language teacher in our Level 2 AM (Monday & Wednesday) and Level 3 PM (Monday & Wednesday) classes. Classes begin on September 8th, 2025. We are looking for good natured, kind hearted, flexible teachers. 


    See full listing below:


    Literacy Council of Norristown 2025-2026 Level 2 and 3 teachers .pdf

  • Friday, July 18, 2025 2:58 PM | Rob Sheppard (Administrator)

    The English Language Program at Rowan University is seeking qualified part-time adult ESL instructors. The ELP is a year-round university-based intensive academic English program serving adult international and local immigrant students. Our primary goals are to prepare students for university success and help non-native speakers of English improve their English skills. We are looking to hire part-time adult ESL instructors to on our Glassboro campus. Courses are taught on an ongoing basis with instructors regularly receiving consistent on-going work throughout the year. However, the courses offered will be based on enrollment and programming needs.


    Qualifications

    Qualified candidates must have a Master’s degree in TESOL, Linguistics, or English with qualifications of teaching for an adult audience. A minimum of 1 year teaching academic ESL in an adult education environment is required.


    View full job description below:


    ELP Part-time Instructor


    To Apply

    Please apply on the Rowan University website 

    Details - Temporary Part-time Hourly English Language Program Teacher (International Center)

    Click “Apply Now”.


  • Monday, February 10, 2025 8:53 AM | Rob Sheppard (Administrator)

    The Kutztown University College of Education welcomes session proposals for The 5th Annual Kutztown University-District Partnership Joint Conference on English Learner Education, to be held on, Saturday April 26, 2025, at Kutztown University.


    This conference seeks to bring together ESL specialists, teachers working with ELLs, teacher educators, administrators and various stakeholders who work to address the needs of English learners.


    See PDF for full call for proposals: Call for Proposals 2025 ESL Conference.pdf

  • Thursday, January 09, 2025 2:03 PM | Rob Sheppard (Administrator)

    Temple's First Year Writing program is offering

    a free reading and writing class for English learners

    who are seniors or recent graduates from a Philadelphia

    high school. Students will practice the types of reading and

    writing that students do in college. We will also talk about

    topics such as selecting colleges, managing your time,

    and finding helpful resources. We will have lots of fun

    practicing for college! Residency status is not required.


    Link to apply: bit.ly/collegeprepTU25


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  • Tuesday, December 17, 2024 5:11 PM | Rob Sheppard (Administrator)

    The Welcoming Center is looking for a very P/T (6 hrs/wk) temporary ESOL Instructor to teach our new English Pronunciation and Presentations class this winter.  The class will be Wednesday mornings in our Center City office. More info in the attached posting.


    Thanks in advance for helping us find a great teacher by sharing this job posting with your networks. Application deadline is Jan. 10.


    PT ESOL Instructor - 1.10.25.pdf


  • Thursday, September 12, 2024 8:19 AM | Rob Sheppard (Administrator)

    District 1199C Recruiting Students for FREE Home Health Aide/ESL Program


    Posting on behalf of District 1199C Training and Upgrading Fund:


    Please see the attached flyer for our upcoming, FREE home health aide/ESL program. Students will study with an RN instructor and an ESL instructor to study core healthcare skills, caretaking skills, nursing career pathways, and medical/caregiving English for free with on-site, hands-on instruction. The course is scheduled from September 23 - December 20. 


    To participate, students must:
    • Score an NRS level 6 on CASAS Life and Work or Reading STEPS exam (we will administer if the student does not have a valid test for this program year)
    • Attend a short pre-session of regular ESL class in our IELCE program
    • Have a social security card and state ID
    • Get a physical and two-step PPD test as part of the enrollment process (some previous PPD tests may be acceptable, contact for further information)
    • Commit to the full schedule of training
    Students will receive:
    • Textbook and workbook
    • Stethoscope and blood pressure kit
    • One set of scrubs
    Upon successful completion of the program, students will receive a certificate they can use to apply for home health aide jobs right away, and we will also hold job fairs regularly to connect students with employers.

    Any interested students or program personnel please contact Lily Applebaum directly for more information! 

    lapplebaum@1199ctraining.org




  • Monday, September 02, 2024 6:30 AM | Rob Sheppard (Administrator)

    Call for Chapter Proposals for a volume co-edited by B-MEIS members, "Funds of Knowledge in Teacher Education: Sustaining Local Diversity Amidst Global Standards".


    Editors: Laura B. Liu, Naashia Mohamed, Ching-Ching Lin, Clara Vaz Bauler, and Kirti Kapur.


    Chapter proposals (500+ words) are due 10/1.

    Full chapters (8.5-10K words) on 1/15/25.


    For more information: https://www.igi-global.com/.../call-for.../call-details/7815


  • Monday, September 02, 2024 6:22 AM | Rob Sheppard (Administrator)

    Temple Hiring Assistant Director, Language Learning Services

    The Assistant Director/Language Learning Services develops and manages a suite of academic support services aimed at supporting language learners, including: 

    • a Conversation Partners program 
    • tutoring for writing and reading in the target languages 
    • a program of in-center workshops related to language and communication 
    • weekly language tables for ongoing language practice 

    This person takes primary responsibility for recruiting, hiring, developing and evaluating a group of approximately 20 graduate and undergraduate students who work in these programs. The incumbent also oversees daily operations for these programs, making work schedules, establishing policies and procedures, designing instructional materials, and so forth. The AD/LLS also contributes to a variety of SSC-wide projects, programs and activities. 


    In collaboration with key stakeholders at the university, the Assistant Director works to develop a fair and supportive environment for language-learners at Temple University.  The Assistant Director seeks to identify and remove barriers to success for English language learners, and advocates for English language learners and students who speak diverse forms of English. 


    The AD serves as a resource for university-wide projects where expertise in language learning is required. In this capacity, the incumbent serves on a variety of committees and project teams outside of the SSC and contributes to efforts to improve the experiences and outcomes of language learners and international students who enroll at Temple.


    Performs other duties as assigned. 


    When you come to Temple, you don’t only come to an impressive campus with an abundance of resources and amenities.  You come to Philadelphia, where Temple’s Main Campus is woven into the city’s fabric.  Temple is committed to this community and provides several financial programs for full-time faculty and staff who purchase and reside in homes surrounding Main Campus and the Health Sciences Center. 


    To learn more about the benefits of working at Temple University, visit our website here: https://careers.temple.edu/careers-temple 


    Required Education & Experience: 
    Master's degree in TESOL, Linguistics, Applied Linguistics, or a closely related field. At least two (2) combined years of relevant experience working in a university writing center or academic support center, and in teaching language acquisition courses at the college level. Experience developing or coordinating academic support programs. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. 
     
    Required Skills & Abilities: 

    * Familiarity with current research in TESOL, linguistics, applied linguistics or foreign language instruction. 

    * Familiarity with inclusive and interactive pedagogical practices. 

    * Knowledge of best practices in teaching and learning; Experience developing and leading interactive courses or development programs. 

    * Ability to work effectively on collaborative/team-based projects. 
    * Ability to train, develop, and supervise a team of student workers.

    * Demonstrated interpersonal and client services skills, including the ability to interact with a diverse group of students, faculty, and staff.

     
    Preferred:  

    Experience leading a teacher-development program. 

    Study-abroad experience. 

    Language learning experience. 



    View Full Listing here: https://temple.taleo.net/careersection/tu_ex_staff/jobdetail.ftl?job=24002619&lang=en&source=JB-10222

  • Saturday, August 31, 2024 5:14 PM | Rob Sheppard (Administrator)

    The 2024 PACIE Conference will be held at Temple University on October 25 and 26.


    https://pacie.org/conference

  • Thursday, August 29, 2024 4:10 PM | Rob Sheppard (Administrator)

    NSC Hiring ESL Substitute teachers, TAs and Tutors

    Join us in making a difference! NSC is looking for volunteers to help the Vocational ESL program at 6434 Castor Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19149) is seeking dedicated volunteer ESOL instructors and tutors to help low literacy adults. Volunteers are needed on Mondays and Wednesdays. Both morning and afternoon shifts available.


    Responsibilities:

    • Assist with delivering pre-prepared lessons focused on literacy and workforce development. No lesson planning needed.

    • Maintain accurate attendance records.

    • Substitute teach classes if available.

    • Offer tutoring or homework help with student provided materials.

    • Provide a supportive and welcoming environment for all learners.

    Skills Needed:

    • Experience with adult English language learners is preferred, but a passion for teaching and helping others succeed is most important.

    • Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds, showing empathy and understanding for the challenges they face.

    Volunteers will receive an orientation and ongoing support from the Vocational ESL Coordinator. We track all volunteer hours and offer recommendation letters.

    We need the help. Contact us today at sjan@nscphila.org 


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