Job Summary :
Catholic Charities Archdiocese of New Orleans (CCANO) has been offering English as a Second Language (ESL) classes for over 15 years. ESL classes are offered to adults in the greater metropolitan region. This person will be responsible for class instruction of students of multiple levels in both group and one-on-one settings. Our current class offerings are both online and onsite at our Metairie location. Travel to other locations may be required on an as-needed basis. The position also requires general program administration and support including managing and tracking student registration, enrollment, assessment, and attendance. The Specialist will also support general program functions such as lead group orientations and intakes, troubleshoot student technical issues, and other tasks as necessary. This position requires a flexible schedule and weekly day and night shifts.
Duties / Responsibilities
Essential Job Functions :
Class Instruction - 50%
- Implement a focused curriculum to support students from pre-beginner level to high intermediate level students
- Instruction and classroom management both in-person and online for adult learners
Coaching - 30%
Offer one-on-one support to students to improve attendance and remove barriers to participationManage own schedule; communicate efficiently with students to manage coaching sessionsAdministrative / Other - 20%
Administer standardized assessments, filling out registration forms, as well as giving feedback to the program manager, and modeling best teaching practicesManage student files, tests, maintain inventory of books and classroom supplies, and collect sign-in sheetsRespond to phone and email inquiries from prospective students and volunteersEnsure effective and empathetic communication with other program staffEnsure compliance with policies and proceduresTrack and record students' participation and milestones into the WRU systemMaintain availability to respond to emergenciesPerform other related work as assignedPhysical Requirements :
Sitting, Standing, Walking, Talking, sitting at a desk, and working on a computer.
Must be able to lift fifteen pounds at times.Physical Demands : Sedentary physical activity performing non-strenuous daily activities of an administrative nature.Stand less than 33% of the time on duty.Walk less than 33% of the time on duty.Sit between 33% and 66% of time on duty.
Use of hands to finger, handle or feel over 66% of time on duty.Reach with hands or arms less than 33% of time.Full ability to talk and hear.Correctable vision required.Able to lift / carry up to 10 lbs.Minimum Educational and General Qualifications :
A bachelor's or higher-level degree from an accredited college or universityIntermediate to proficient knowledge of ESL instruction, curriculum, and teaching techniquesBi-lingual (English Spanish) candidates are strongly preferred. Proficiency in Arabic, Haitian-Creole, French, Ukrainian, or other languages valuedAbility to work with a culturally diverse population and sensitivity to the special needs of multicultural immigrant adults and familiesAbility to react to change productively and handle other essential tasks as assignedExcellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills, including maintaining effective work relationshipsStrong organizational skills, and ability to work across all levels of management and staffAbility to maintain strict confidentiality regarding all cases and client informationProficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft TEAMS, and WorkReadyU SIS system preferred and ability to learn database / software requiredFamiliarity with Cambridge Ventures curriculum strongly preferredAbility to work some evenings / weekends on a weekly basisHave reliable transportation