The Adult Education Program's mission at Aurora Mental Health & Recovery (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're looking for an ESL Instructor to assist clients in improving their English language skills, enabling them to better engage with their communities.

The Floating Instructor will address learning differences, provide individualized instruction through small group instruction, and serve as a substitute to fill in gaps during staff absences. The Floating Instructor will cover Classroom Enrichment, Learning Lab, and Homework Club, and teach CASAS and BEST Plus workshops. The Instructor will teach in person and online and must be skilled at leading engaging classes via Zoom.

Term-Limited: Please be aware that this position is term-limited and is expected to conclude on or around November 30, 2025. The duration of this role, lasting approximately 18 months, is directly tied to the specifics of our current grant funding. This timeline is based on the grant's terms and conditions, which fund and support this position.

Shift. Three days a week would be 8:00 am - 5:00 pm. Two days a week the Instructor will support evening classes from 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm and may choose to work a split schedule those days or work 11:30 am - 8:30pm.

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

• $21.61 - $32.42 hourly

Bilingual Language Differential Pay. *rate depends on language requirements for the position and candidate's fluency.

• Will receive scheduled earnings on a bi-weekly basis for all hours worked (excluding non-productive hours paid but not worked, e.g., paid time off, holiday, administrative, etc.) in an amount equivalent to 5% of their regular base rate (hourly or salaried), to a maximum amount of $3,000.00 per calendar year. *the annual maximum amount will be prorated based on full time equivalency (FTE).

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:

• 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.

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.

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.