Description

The Career Readiness Instructor at Aurora Mental Health & Recovery (AMHR) plans, implements, and monitors workforce classes and provides work-based learning opportunities to enrolled ESL students via job site tours, campus tours, job readiness seminars and other exploratory activities. The Adult Education Program's mission at AMHR is to assist adult learners to become literate and obtain the knowledge and skills necessary for employment and self-sufficiency. The Adult Education program serves the diverse needs of our learners by providing the following classes: ESL, ABE/ASE, Citizenship, Computer, Career Exploration, Small Business, Culinary Pathways. Paraeducator Pathways, Family Literacy and Tutoring. We are seeking an English as a Second Language (ESL) Instructor who will support clients in providing ESL training for those for whom English is not their primary language to develop and enhance abilities to function within their communities. 

Shift. This position is fully on-site/in-person working Monday - Friday. There are two options for schedules listed below: 

Option #1:

• Paraeducator Pathways at Crawford Elementary (M-TH, 9:00am-11:00am, in-person)
• Construction Pathways (TBD)
• EnGen, WorkKeys & Northstar Workshops (various days/times, online & in-person)

Option #2:

• Home Health Aide Training at A/D Works! and various Denver metro area locations (M-TH, 12:00pm-2:00pm, in-person)
• Small Business Class (M-TH, 6:00pm-8:00pm, online)
• English for Healthcare Jobs Workshop (Friday, 9:00am-11:00am, online)

Salary for this role. Starting wage is based on experience and company equity. Paid bi-weekly.

• $21.61 - $32.42 hourly

About you.

The ideal candidate will have passion and previous experience working with immigrant and refugee populations. This instructor should be comfortable with internet-based computer programs, providing highly engaging online classes to students. Candidates must have at least two (2) years of teaching experience with a focus on adult education. Previous teaching in multi-level / multi-cultural class setting is required. Having an Adult Basic Education Authorization (ABEA) before hire would be a plus, but is not required to get started in the role.

Responsibilities:

• Meet regularly with workplace literacy program employers to develop & maintain curricula that meets the needs of the employer & the learner.
• Create engaging & student-centered lessons, focused on key job skills and workplace curricula.
• Incorporate the use of technology into classroom instruction, including online programs, EnGen, ACT WorkKeys & Northstar.
• Engage with potential employer & pre-apprenticeship partners to identify employment & industry credential attainment opportunities
• Develops & executes an outreach, recruitment & intake plan for adult learners interested in obtaining industry credentials
• Teach engaging and student-centered group ESL classes, which include job skills/workforce curriculum and College and Career Readiness Standards.
• Integrate civics education into the curriculum.
• Incorporate the use of technology into classroom instruction, including administering a distance learning platform for hybrid learners.
• Use a variety of materials and teaching techniques.
• Teach traditional courses such as Math, Science, Language Arts.
• Monitor students' goals and progress.
• Address learners needs using a variety of resources and approaches.
• Provide support in registration, testing and retention of ESL learners.
• Perform record keeping responsibilities, including tracking and reporting attendance daily.
• Accumulate professional development hours and attend staff meetings, trainings, etc. as requested by the Adult Education Director.
• Schedule monthly tutoring classes with students & volunteers.
• Maintain certification to administer the standardized assessment used by the program.
• Effectively utilize volunteers in class.
• Collaborate with and report to the Director to ensure the smooth functioning of the program.
• Participate in monthly Professional Learning Communities.
• Staff member will complete needed care coordination tasks for their assigned role.

Qualifications

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field
• Adult Basic Education Authorization (ABEA), or willingness to obtain within 3 years of hire.
• Two (2) years teaching experience with emphasis on adult education.
• Experience teaching multi-level and multi-cultural classes.
• Experience developing and delivering contextualized ESL instruction and/or integrated education and training.

Required Vaccinations and TB Test.

AMHR has prioritized the health and safety of our clients and staff and requires all employees to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19, receive an annual influenza (flu) shot, and receive negative TB test results prior to their first day of hire. Proof of both vaccinations and negative TB test will be required upon your first day of employment. Medical and religious exemptions may be requested for either COVID 19 vaccine, annual flu shot or TB test.

Benefits:

• Health insurance: Kaiser
• Dental, vision, and flexible spending accounts (dependent care & health care)
• Company paid basic life and AD&D insurance
• Long-term disability coverage*
• 403(b) retirement plan which provides 100% vesting immediately, and matching contributions up to 4% after one year of employment
• Accrued Vacation pay up to 12 days and accrued Sick Pay up to 12 days per year, plus 10 Paid Company Holidays, and 2 floating holidays (hours calculated pro-rata basis based on full-time equivalency)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary term life insurance
• Short term disability*

*Eligible for benefit if working 30 hours per week or more

Our Mission, Vision and Core Values.

Mission: Deeply rooted in our diverse community, we deliver state-of-the-art care and meaningful outcomes that impact emotional well-being and addiction recovery.

Vision: To foster hope and healing through compassionate, quality care.

Core Values: Passionate caring; Rising to the challenge; Honoring and respecting all persons; Believing in resilience; Putting clients and community first; Commitment to collaboration and teamwork

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Aurora Mental Health & Recovery and subsidiaries (AMHR) are dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity. We prohibit unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees on the basis of age 40 and over, race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture and length, protective hairstyles), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, color, religion, national origin, disability, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable state or local law. We do not tolerate discrimination in any form or context including harassment or exclusion.

Diversity Statement.

We are committed to the values of diversity, equity, and inclusion, and strive to ensure that it is interwoven into the fabric of our organization. We support and nourish an inclusive and welcoming environment for employees from diverse backgrounds.