**LOCAL CANDIDATES ONLY**
Summary:
The Houston Astros are currently seeking an ESL Teacher, Fayetteville Woodpeckers, who will operate under the direction of the Manager, Player Education & Life Skills. Candidates shall be responsible for working with a small group of Houston Astros minor league baseball players on their English skills.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Serve as ESL teacher for international students.
• Teach English classes when the team is at home, approximately 2-3 times a week.
• Lead engaging virtual English classes on occasion, as needed
• Plan and submit lesson plans on a weekly basis
• Use research-based strategies for second language acquisition and effective, positive classroom management strategies
• Submit student evaluations to Manager, Player Education and Life Skills as requested.
• Maintain accurate attendance records and report concerns to Manager, Player Education and Life Skills
• Consistently communicate and collaborate with Manager, Player Education and Life Skills

Qualifications:

• The candidate must be based in Fayetteville, North Carolina or within 50 miles.
• The candidate must be generally available to work late morning/early afternoon hours from April 1st, 2024 - September 15th, 2024
• Proficiency in Spanish is required, bilingual candidates encouraged to apply
• Bachelor's degree in education, development, or related field
• Certification in teaching & ESL is a plus
• Candidate should have teaching, tutoring, or other education experience
• Experience working with athletes and knowledge of baseball preferred

EOE/M/F/Vet/Disability