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Kinexus Group · 23 hours ago

Adult Education ESL Teacher (full-time, on-site)

Benton Harbor, MI

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

1+ years exp

Kinexus Group is a community development organization focused on empowering underserved communities through education. The Adult Education ESL Instructor will teach ESL courses, develop lessons, and provide tutoring to help adults achieve their GED and improve their English language skills.

CommunitiesConsultingManagement ConsultingNon Profit

Growth Opportunities

Responsibilities

Teach ESL courses using instructional methods toward the adult learner in a one-on-one, small group, and/or classroom setting

Develop lessons and curriculum based on the learning needs of culturally diverse and multi-skill level students to increase English language skills

Implement a variety of instructional delivery methods to help students make learning gains

Travel off-site to multiple locations as needed for ESL and GED corrections instruction

Complete and maintain student attendance, records, and ensure timely data entry in accordance with the MAERS User Manual

Provide assistance and support to learners in the learning lab and by connecting learners to our online learning platform

Be motivational and inspiring to learners along their educational journey

Ability to stay up-to-date on all documentation for local, state and federal levels

Conduct regular check-ins with learners to support retention efforts

Assist in the development of academic and other resources to enhance the program and adult learner success

Assist with participant outreach efforts to attract English Language Learners

Collaborate with the Michigan Works team to co-enroll students in supportive programs and connect them with employment opportunities

Assist adult education students in pursuit of a GED in a small group, individualized, or corrections education setting

Other duties as assigned

Qualification

Teaching CertificateTESOL CertificationClassroom Teaching ExperienceLiteracy Program FamiliarityOnline Learning PlatformMicrosoft WordMicrosoft ExcelAdult Education FamiliarityAt-Risk PopulationsSpanish FluencyEffective CommunicationInterpersonal SkillsOrganizational SkillsAttention to Detail

Required

Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate with an endorsement in English/language arts, ESL, or bilingual education OR a bachelor's degree or higher in English, ESL, linguistics, bilingual education, or a closely related degree, AND a valid Teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) certification

1+ year of classroom teaching experience

Effective communication and interpersonal skills

Familiarity with literacy programs, testing, and specific needs of adult learners

Strong ability to teach literacy skills in both one-on-one to small group instruction

Computer skills, experience with online learning platform, Microsoft Word and Excel

Organization and attention to detail

Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel

Ability to work independently

Ability to prioritize tasks