Healthcare Workforce Training ESOL Instructor

Summary: 

South Portland Adult Education is a member of the statewide system of more than 100 connected adult learning programs and centers across the state of Maine. SPAE offers programming in four major categories:

• ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) courses provide adult multilingual learners quality study and practice in English speaking, reading, writing, and listening skills.
• Workforce Training courses help prepare adult learners by providing the modern skills training necessary for new careers, promotions, and other career advancement.
• College Transitions courses through the Maine College and Career Access program assist adults of all ages wishing to make the transition into college-level courses.
• HiSET, the High School Equivalency test for the state of Maine, helps adults complete their high school education and move forward in their college and career goals.

South Portland Adult Education believes that all adult learners are able to obtain the knowledge and skills necessary for post-secondary education, career, and citizenship. Adult learners of all backgrounds are welcomed, included, and respected as they participate in relevant and accessible high quality learning experiences to help them reach their fullest potential.

This ESOL teaching position will provide instruction to adult multilingual students enrolled in a workforce training program focused on healthcare pathways. The position will teach using a set curriculum as well as supplement with outside materials to plan, organize and implement a program that meets the established goals while guiding and encouraging students to develop and fulfill their academic and career goals in the field of healthcare. This position will teach one cohort per semester, totaling three semesters in a school year (up to 145 hrs each semester including prep). 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

Teaching Duties

-Plan, prepare and deliver lesson plans and instructional materials that facilitate active learning.

-Incorporate digital literacy skill building to support and differentiate learning.

-Monitor the attendance and academic progress of individual students, and determine the need for additional reinforcement or adjustments to instructional plans/techniques/goals.

-Maintain accurate and complete records of students' progress and development.

-Assign and grade class work, homework, tests and assignments.

-Employ and implement a classroom structure and consistency to encourage student responsibility, cooperation and mutual respect consistent with program policies and procedures.

-Perform various administrative duties such as taking attendance, organizing the classroom supplies and materials, and responding to emails and WhatsApp from staff and students in a timely manner.

-Required to have prompt, regular attendance in-person and be available to work on-site, in-person during teaching hours.

-Support classroom volunteer, if applicable.

Advising Duties

-Provide career support, advising, and appropriate referrals to students upon program completion

-Track required student and program outcome data.

-Attend regular meetings with staff to provide assistance in curriculum development, assessing student progress and performance, and/or to participate in the program decision-making.

Education and/or Experience

-Bachelor's degree 

-Interest in teaching healthcare topics and providing individualized career navigation support

-Experience working with adult multilingual learners in an educational setting is preferred.

-Current State of Maine CHRC (fingerprinting) or willingness to acquire CHRC

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of instructional strategies that connect the curriculum to the learner

Knowledge of culturally competent teaching and ability to create a culturally competent classroom

Knowledge of instructional technologies and software, equipment, tools and devices used for presenting instruction, delivering assessments, or monitoring student progress

Skilled in planning and developing lesson plans tailored to individual students' needs

Demonstrated ability to work well with students and staff in a professional manner 

Ability to be flexible and adapt as needed

Ability to problem solve and be creative

The skill and ability to communicate - both orally and in writing

The practice of continuous professional improvement

Afternoon and/or evening availability required

Other Skills and Abilities

Experience working with adults is preferred, but not required. 

Experience working with multilingual learners is preferred, but not required.

Experience working with students with learning differences preferred, but not required.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Rate of $30/hr. Start and end date are flexible depending on the candidate's availability.

Applications due by April 17.