ESL Instructor

An exciting opportunity to join our creative, energetic, dedicated team of professionals! LARE Institute at American Training is seeking a full-time Instructor to teach In-person ESL classes at our Andover location. This is a full-time teaching position, M-F, 8-4:30 pm.

The LARE Institute is a Private Occupational School branch of American Training with state, global, and industry-recognized certifications in Allied Health Care, Business, Trade and Education Programs. It’s a school with a fun and “family-oriented” approach to learning. Our programs are taught by extraordinary instructors in state-of-the-art facilities – and we want you to join our team. 

SPECIFIC DUTIES:

• Must provide extraordinary customer service.
• Presents program information, individually or in groups, to interested parties.
• Instructs Students in the following classes:
  • ESL
  • English Grammar and Usage
  • Oral Communication’
  • Reading
  • Writing
  • Listening
  • Survival Skills/English in the Workplace
  • Computer Skills
  • Vocational Exploration
  • Job Readiness English
• Implements WOW! Magic Principles when teaching.
• Documents daily attendance.
• Implements curriculum, daily planning and correcting.
• Takes initiative in developing new and more effective ways to deliver services.
• Maintains student files with program-related paperwork including but not limited to:
  • Attendance records
  • Pre- and post-test results
  • Worksheets, tests and quizzes
  • Monthly progress reports.
• Ensures all required reports are completed and submitted on-time.
• Establishes working relationship with LARE Case Manager regarding Students’ progress.
• Develops, implements and modifies curricula as needed.
• Creates lesson plans.
• Attends relative education and teaching seminars.
• Employs various fun and effective instructional and class management techniques.
• Supervises students during program hours in all program-related activities.
• Immediately reports any concerning unusual behavior of a student to LARE Case Manager’s, Site Director or Director. 
• Assists Program Director with proposal writing, program-related activities and tasks as needed.
• Attends colleague meetings.
• Participates in WOW! Magic Event preparation and cleanup.
• Demonstrates a professional image and attitude at all times.
• Ensures that facility is kept clean at all times.
• Occasional overtime hours required.

Skills Needed:

• Creates a fun and entertaining experience in the classroom.
• Ability to communicate effectively in a variety of situations, including in front of a large group.
• Able to relate well with all levels of personnel, individually and in a group.
• Able to work as a productive member of a team.
• Familiarity with varied cultures.
• Knowledge of ESL teaching methods.
• Ability to combine teaching of critical thinking skills with skills necessary for communication in English.
• Application of excellent interpersonal skills with Colleagues and Students
• Ability to motivate, inspire, and empower Students to achieve their goals.
• Time management and organizational skills.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree and/or at least two years previous related experience.
• Able to present and communicate effectively in a variety of situations, including in front of a large group
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Must maintain a positive and professional attitude
• Bilingual preferred (Spanish – English)

American Training/LARE Institute offers a competitive benefit package, including medical and dental insurance, life and disability, vision, generous earned time off, paid holidays and vacation, a FUN work environment, paid training and much more!

Salary : $55