IHM Center for Literacy is hiring for ESOL and Digital Literacy Instructors.

The ESOL Instructors will provide English instruction to adult learners in Northeast Philadelphia. This role ensures that adult learners develop critical literacy skills necessary to navigate daily life, access opportunities, and engage in their communities.

The Digital Literacy Instructor will develop lesson plans and provide digital literacy instruction to adult ESOL learners. This role ensures that adult learners of varying literacy levels develop the digital skills necessary to navigate daily life, access opportunities, and engage in their communities.

Please view the attached documents for more information and steps on how to apply.

ESOL Instructor IHM Center for Literacy.docx.pdf

Digital Literacy Instructor IHM Center for Literacy.docx.pdf

Position Title: Adult Evening ELL Instructor

Reports to: Director of ELL Programs

Location: William Tennent High School (333 Centennial Rd, Warminster PA 18974) 

Status: Ancillary staff, paid for time worked

Schedule: 2 evenings per week; Mondays & Wednesdays 6-9pm (7 hours per week)

About Vita:

Vita Education Services is Bucks County’s lead adult education agency, offering free English Language Learning, GED Preparation, Basic Skills, Family Literacy, and corrections system education programs. Vita's adult education programs enable low-literacy, low-income families to escape poverty, qualify for better jobs, enter job training or college, and earn family-sustaining incomes. Foreign-born students are empowered to become more connected to their children's education, their employers, and their communities. Vita's corrections system education programs serve incarcerated and returning citizens by providing GED preparation, cognitive behavioral skills, and job preparation classes. Vita maintains office spaces in Doylestown and Bristol and offers classes in locations throughout Central and Lower Bucks County.

Job Details

Summary of job: The ancillary ELL instructor is responsible for providing quality instruction to English Language Learning adults who are seeking to improve their language skills for employment, achieving citizenship skills, helping children in school, and preparing for post-secondary education and training.

Instructional focus is based on learning objectives found in the College and Career Readiness (CCRS) and English Language Proficiency (ELPS) Standards.

For specific details regarding CCRS and ELPS learning objectives, see the following:

• CCRS:  http://lincs.ed.gov/publications/pdf/CCRStandardsAdultEd.pdf
• ELPS  https://lincs.ed.gov/publications/pdf/elp-standards-adult-ed.pdf

Instructional Model:  Classes are in-person. The fall term runs from end of September to December, for approximately 12 weeks. The Winter-Spring term runs from early January until late May for approximately 21 weeks. Each class meets two evenings per week.

Salary:   

This employment classification is designated as ancillary employee, being paid for hours worked. Working hours include direct instruction, lesson preparation, professional development and staff meetings. Instructors are compensated for 7 hours of work each week, which includes 2 hours of prep time and 5 hours of instruction. Instructors are expected to arrive at their teaching site at 6:00pm for initial class preparation. Instructional time is from 6:30 to 9:00 pm. Instructors schedule their second hour of prep at their convenience. Compensation is $31 per hour.

Responsibilities:

• Participates in student orientation and registration each term
• Writes engaging lesson plans addressing mandated state standards (College and Career Readiness and English Language Proficiency Standards), Digital Literacy and Transferable Skills.
• Uploads ESL lesson plans in Vita’s google drive weekly

·    Assesses student progress using formative and summative assessments, adjusts instruction and pace accordingly, and provides individualized feedback

• Assigns and monitors students work on required Supplemental Distance Learning programs (SDL) to extend learning
• Maintains communication with students
• Teaches remotely when needed
• Submits student attendance biweekly, SDL reports, and other paperwork as required by State guidelines

·     Collaborates with student support staff to address student barriers to learning, digital literacy skills, and monitor student progress in meeting goals throughout the program year

• Satisfactorily completes all trainings and professional development activities approved by Vita
• Attends instructor PD and program meetings

·    Completes certification/training in CASAS testing systems

• Willingness to work with a volunteer classroom aide to support learners’ needs
• Complies with Vita’s Employment Policy Manual
• Executes other responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree

• Experience teaching ELL, preferably to adults or young adults

·    Competency using teaching technology, Microsoft Office, and Google applications

·    Ability to lift and move materials

·    Strong organizational skills and ability to pay close attention to detail

·    Effective written and oral communication skills,

·    Maturity and sensitivity in dealing with a diverse student populations

·    PA child abuse, criminal, and FBI clearances within one year of hire date.

To Apply:

Submit the following to the Program Director Karina Wegelius

kwegelius@vitaeducation.org

• Resume
• Brief statement (a few sentences) telling us why you're interested in this position
• A 2.5 hour lesson plan for adult ESL students. The plan should include the target students (ESL), instructional level, objectives, materials, and methods. Instructors may submit a lesson plan they have written and used before.

The Welcoming Center is hiring for two positions

ESOL Instructor (full time) who will teach leveled English classes as well as other ESOL offerings; an

Program Assistant (part time, 20 hr/wk) who will primarily support intake and participant support. This position will also provide some admin support to our team, especially for our Digital Skills work.

The deadline to apply for both positions is July 20th. See full job descriptions below for details and application instructions.

ESOL Instructor

Program Assistant

Please note that the position below has been filled. 

Position Overview

PennTESOL East is seeking a paid Administrative & Communications Fellow to support the association’s ongoing operations and events. This role focuses on administrative, clerical, and communications tasks that help the organization function smoothly throughout the year, including support for meetings, webinars, conferences, and member communications. The fellow will work independently on clearly defined tasks and timelines, coordinating primarily with the Vice President and, as needed, with other board members and committee chairs.

This position is ideal for TESOL graduate students interested in gaining hands-on experience with professional associations, nonprofit operations, and networking in the field.

Details

Compensation: $20-25/hour, commensurate with experience
Status: Independent Contractor (1099), 90% remote (conferences are in-person)
Hours: Approximately 10 hours per month
Duration: About one year with onboarding in May or June
Reports to:Vice President

Full details and description in linked PDF:

PennTESOL Administrative Fellow - Position Description

The Executive Director (ED) serves as a member of the senior leadership team within the Mayor’s Office of Education, reporting to the Deputy Chief Education Officer. As a member of the leadership team, the ED will be responsible for participating in all education-related Mayoral initiatives as they intersect with adult education. The ED is responsible for effective planning, management, and administration of adult education initiatives. Responsibilities include project planning, financial and grant management, compliance with funding requirements, and development, implementation and monitoring of adult education initiatives. The successful candidate will possess strong organizational, managerial, project management, financial and collaborative skills, and develop and implement long-term strategies to achieve the Division’s mission and goals. The ED will manage a team of five staff with two reporting directly to the ED. Direct reports are the Senior Manager of Providers and the Senior Manager of Professional Development & Training.

Essential Functions

The ideal candidate will have a track record of effectively leading performance-based and outcome-based programs. They will have developed and implemented strategies that have taken a program or organization to the next stage of growth; the ability to develop and foster strong partner relationships; and be an exceptional relationship-builder.

Full description at https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/CityofPhiladelphia/744000101914525-director-of-adult-education 

With an expanding population of refugees arriving from diverse backgrounds, there is an increasing need for English language programs. RENEW is a non-profit with a mission to help refugee women learn English so that they can improve their job opportunities and integrate successfully into their new communities.

RENEW is looking for competent and flexible USA based ESL instructors to join our team.

Job Title: Online Adult ESL Instructor

Time Commitment:  Part-time (4-6 hours per week), 

Location: Remote Teaching

Salary: $25 per hour; 1099 Contract basis

General Description:  The ESL instructor will develop lesson plans and tailor the curricula for refugee women whose native language is not English.  Classes target beginning and intermediate level English speakers. 

Summary of Responsibilities

▪   Teach adult learners who are at different levels of proficiency.

▪   Assess learning needs of refugee women to meet their needs.

▪   Organize and modify class activities to accommodate different learning styles and speed.

▪   Maintain accurate records of attendance and progress of students.

▪   Evaluate and disseminate progress reports at regular intervals.

▪   Create a non-threatening, non-discriminatory, encouraging, and nurturing environment for learning

▪   Encourage interaction among students to facilitate learning and confidence.

▪   Show cultural sensitivity in working with women with different values and beliefs.

▪   Maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries as deemed appropriate.

▪   Follow RENEW policies. 

Qualifications:

▪   Bachelor's Degree, preferably in education, TESOL, or a related field.

▪   TESOL/TESL/TEFL certification or equivalent preferred.

▪   Minimum of 1 year experience teaching adult language learners. 

▪   Strong time management and organizational skills.

▪   Demonstrate punctuality.

▪   Should be able to work independently and in a team.

▪   Exercise sound and objective judgment in decision-making practices.

▪   Have experience with online learning platforms (Zoom, Google meet, MS teams, etc.)

▪   Own laptop or desktop computer fitted with a high-definition webcam and fast and reliable internet connection.

▪   Must be experienced with Microsoft products.

RENEW is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any one on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation, or belief.

If you are interested in this position, please send a cover letter and resume via email to Shanaz Tejani-Butt, at info@renewmyself.org

https://basecamp.com/2114843/projects/17748743/messages/111735364?enlarge=518063166#attachments_for_message_111735364 

Adult Education Philadelphia is looking for an administrative assistant. Applications due Sunday, December 14.

Details here:

https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/ni/CityofPhiladelphia/4d57b18d-5714-486e-b75a-788edc2f3e61-administrative-assistant

The Welcoming Center is hiring a part-time ESOL Instructor, based at the Kennett Square Library. 

Compensation: $35 per hour for instructional and approved preparation and administrative time, 10-15 hours per week.

Details here:

https://welcomingcenter.org/join-the-team/

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

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)

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