ESOL Teacher (~6 hours per week); Substitute Teacher (on call)

Who are we seeking

A Faith That Does Justice is seeking volunteer Teachers and Substitute Teachers who are committed to helping speakers of other languages learn English. They will teach students to communicate in English with those they encounter in daily living and to use their acquired language to improve their employment opportunities.

Why teach English to Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)? 

Use teaching to serve social justice and build your own teaching skills. Help adult learners in vulnerable populations develop the language skills needed to obtain employment and to live successfully in this country. Through its interfaith mission to foster meaningful relationships and build solidarity with immigrants, the ESOL program of A Faith That Does Justice creates an expanded community network for teachers as well as students. 

Course Description 

• 15 weeks long, two days of 2-hour sessions per week 
• Class sessions occur on Monday and Wednesday evenings from 6:30pm ET to 8:30pm ET or Tuesday and Thursday mornings from 9:30am ET to 11:30am ET
• Classes are virtual using Zoom
• Approximately 10 students grouped by proficiency levels (Beginner & Intermediate) 
• Students are adults
• Teachers are supported by ESOL Student Relationship Managers (mentors)

Teacher Commitment and Expectations 

• Teach for the entire 15-week cycle
• Adapt provided curriculum to the needs of students 
• Be present and prepared for all sessions
• Be able to effectively host a Zoom meeting and to use Zoom controls such as chat, screen sharing, break out rooms, etc.

Is this right for me? 

Teachers should speak English as a native but do not need to be bilingual as classes are taught in English. While prior teaching experience is preferred, it is not required. We seek teachers who are patient, engaging and dedicated to the mission of empowerment through education. Training is available to refresh or teach some technical skills.

AFTDJ is an interfaith program; members of all faiths and beliefs are welcome as both students and teachers. 

Full Time Teacher vs. Substitute? 

A Full Time Teacher is expected to teach class twice a week for the 15-week cycle.

A Substitute Teacher is expected to be able to step in for Full Time Teacher on short notice in cases where the Full Time Teacher is not able to make a class. Substitute Teachers will be briefed on the lesson plan and expectations for the class session that they will teach.