Requisition ID: req31747

Job Title: ESL & Civics Specialist

Sector: Immigration & Citizenship

Employment Category: Regular

Employment Type: Part-Time

Compensation: USD 25.25 - 26.25 Hourly

Location: Seattle, WA USA

Job Description

IRC Background: The mission of the International Rescue Committee (IRC) is to help people whose lives and livelihoods are shattered by conflict and disaster to survive, recover, and gain control of their future. Founded in 1933, the IRC has a presence in over 40 countries and 27 offices in the United States; the IRC leads the way from harm to home. IRC opened an office in Seattle in 1976 and provides a continuum of services including intensive case management, employment and economic empowerment services, immigration assistance, health and wellness programming, and education support to refugee and immigrant families in Washington State. IRC Washington is committed to providing trauma-informed, equitable, and accessible services and maintaining and evolving a diverse, inclusive, and supportive workplace.

Job Overview:

The IRC Immigration Program provides ESL Naturalization Exam Preparation Courses four days per week to help adult students build their English language capabilities and civics knowledge. In-person classes are offered at four King County Library System (KCLS) locations - Burien, Federal Way, Kent, and Tukwila. Each class has a follow-up online class. This position teaches two evening classes (Tue & Wed) at Kent and Tukwila libraries, and two online classes.

Major Responsibilities:

• Prepare students for the U.S. Naturalization Exam
• Tailor curriculum for hybrid delivery and connect to appropriate textbook support
• Teach English language skills (including grammar, conversation, reading and writing, and listening/comprehension) and Civics Content (US History, Government, Traditions and Geography)
• Teach in a multicultural and multilevel classroom of English language learners
• Build relationships with partner organizations and local NGOs to develop curriculum and course marketing
• Market course and recruit students within the local community and current IRC clients
• Assess, track and report student attendance and CASAS assessments
• Help students become autonomous learners by take-home study habits and foundational ESL skills
• Practice USCIS Citizenship interview techniques and skills
• Develop supplement materials and maintain files and records
• Other duties as requested by the Civics/ESL Coordinator

Key Working Relationships:

Position Reports to: Civics/ESL Coordinator

Other Internal contacts: Volunteers and Interns

Job Requirements:

• MA in TESOL or related field in education
• Minimum of 3 years of teaching experience in an ESL learner setting
• Strong Intercultural communication skills
• Positive attitude and energetic
• Patience and empathy for adult students
• Flexibility to work with a variety of student needs and language levels

Working Environment:

• Standard, professional office environment (flexible remote and in-office)
• Access to a reliable transportation to travel regularly throughout the service delivery area

COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement: In accordance with IRC’s duty to provide and maintain a workplace that is free of known hazards and our commitment to safeguard the health of our employees, clients, and communities, IRC requires candidates who are selected for interview to furnish proof of vaccination against COVID-19 to be considered for this position.

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusivity: IRC is committed to building a diverse organization and a climate of inclusivity. We strongly encourage applications from candidates who can demonstrate that they can contribute to this goal.

Equal Opportunity Employer: IRC is an equal opportunity employer, and we value diversity at our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

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