What are the responsibilities and job description for the English Language Learning Instructor position at Mercy Connections Inc?
Position Summary: The ELL Instructor will provide in-person English language instruction, typically at beginner-to-intermediate level to adult students. Immediate need is for an instructor available to teach a once/weekly Beginners Level 1 class on Wednesday evening (5:30 – 7:00 PM) from late January through early June. Ideally able to also teach a twice/weekly late afternoon class on Mondays & Wednesdays to Level 2 Beginners. Working closely and with guidance from the ELL Team, the instructor will also review and improve course materials, understand participants’ needs, develop engaging lesson plans, and ensure the relevant learning resources are available.
Accountability/Supervisor: Reports to the Director of Education & Evaluation.
Supervisory Responsibilities: None.
Essential Functions
- Teach one to two beginning levels of ELL as agreed with the team: each class/level meets once or twice weekly for 60-90-minute sessions, for a total of up to 4.5 class hours per week. Additional time is provided for preparation.
- With guidance from ELL Team, provides curriculum for classes and students.
- Ensures monitoring and evaluation of classes and documents student progress per processes established by ELL Team, in conjunction with Director of Education and Evaluation.
- Provides student feedback and some support as needed.
- Creates a classroom environment where participants feel comfortable participating and learning.
- Represents the organization in a manner that inspires public confidence, models the values of the organization and contributes to excellence and accountability.
- Additional responsibilities as they arise, related to ELL program.
Qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
- Preferred: MA in ELL/TESOL, but we could consider BA in TESOL with experience.
- Certificate in TESOL combined with significant experience in classroom may also be considered.
- Experience with multicultural populations and adult learners.
- Experience reviewing, developing, improving and administering adult educational curricula.
- Understanding of socioeconomic class, cultural norms, gender sensitivity and trauma informed practices.
- Ability to create a safe, hospitable and effective learning environment for adult learners.
- Commitment to equity, inclusion and belonging for all.
- Sensitivity and respect for mission, values and culture of Mercy Connections.
- Available to teach one early evening class per week, usually Beginning English Level 1.
To Applu:
****We will not accept applications submitted on LinkedIn.**** Application materials must include a resume and a letter of interest (Cover Letter) specifically addressing the desired qualifications. Submit to Alana Shaw ashaw@mercyconnections.org . Mercy Connections is an equal opportunity employer.
More information: https://mercyconnections.org/client_media/files/employment/ELL Instructor Position Description 11.2025.pdf