Connecticut Institute for Refugees and Immigrants · 2 days ago
ESL TEACHER- AFGHAN SUPPORT
New Haven, CT, US
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$44K/yr - $44K/yrThe Connecticut Institute for Refugees and Immigrants (CIRI) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to assisting refugees and immigrants in overcoming various barriers to integration. They are seeking a skilled ESL Instructor to provide in-person English language instruction to Afghan adults in the New Haven area, helping them gain essential language skills for employment and community engagement.
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Responsibilities
Deliver in-person ESL instruction for adult learners from beginner through advanced levels
Teach speaking, listening, reading, and writing with a focus on practical, real-world language use
Design engaging, interactive lesson plans tailored to varying literacy levels, educational backgrounds, and learning styles
Create a welcoming, inclusive classroom environment that builds confidence and encourages participation
Assess student progress and provide clear, supportive feedback
Collaborate with other ESL instructors, case managers, and program staff to support student goals and address barriers
Integrate cultural orientation and life skills into lessons, including job readiness, healthcare navigation, and accessing community resources
Maintain accurate attendance, progress notes, and outcomes for program reporting
Support additional language development opportunities such as conversation practice and tutoring
Participate in professional development and stay current on best practices in adult ESL education
Qualification
Required
Experience teaching ESL, adult education, or a related field
Experience working with migrant or refugee populations and an understanding of resettlement challenges
Strong communication skills and the ability to adapt instruction for diverse cultural and educational backgrounds
Comfort using digital tools to support instruction and learning
Preferred
Ability to speak Dari and/or Pashto strongly preferred
Benefits
Medical/dental/vision/life/403B plan
13 paid holidays
20 days paid time off
Company
Connecticut Institute for Refugees and Immigrants
The Connecticut Institute for Refugees and Immigrants (CIRI), formerly the International Institute of Connecticut (IICONN), was founded in 1918 and is a statewide nonprofit agency that provides legal and social services to immigrants and refugees in Connecticut to help them become self-sufficient, integrated and contributing members of the community.
Founded in 1918
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageTotal Funding
$0.25MKey Investors
TD Charitable FoundationM&T Charitable Foundation
2023-05-08Grant· $0.25M
2022-10-17Grant
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