Immigrant ESOL Education Coordinator – full-time

We are currently seeking a candidate for the role of Immigrant ESOL Education Coordinator (English for Speakers of Other Languages) to be responsible for organizing and overseeing all ESOL activities, including classes and individual tutoring sessions for immigrants in Saratoga County, NY.   This role involves creating curriculum and teaching resources, managing student records, developing and maintaining partnerships recruiting and coordinating volunteers. 

Job Duties:

• Manage programming for two distinct ESOL classrooms (Saratoga Springs and Saratoga Race Course).
• Supervise two part-time ESOL instructors.
• Recruit, coordinate, and support volunteer instructors.
• Evaluate students' English proficiency and assign them to appropriate instruction groups.
• Maintain communication with volunteers and site coordinators regarding scheduling and space usage.
• Provide resources and guidance to volunteer tutors.

Knowledge, skills and abilities:

• CELTA/TEFL/TESOL (120-hour) certificate, OR two years of demonstrated ESOL teaching experience. Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• Bilingual/bicultural proficiency in Spanish and English is required; additional language proficiency is a plus.
• Strong understanding of and ability to connect with new American populations.
• Experience in supervising staff and coordinating volunteers.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license, reliable vehicle and be insurable to operate agency vehicles.

Compensation: 26.00 per hour

Benefits include: 

Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage

401(k) Plan with a company match

Life Insurance Coverage

13 paid holidays off during the year

Paid Vacation, Personal and Sick Time

Employee Assistance Plan

Health Reimbursement Account

Flexible Spending Account

Tuition Reimbursement

FREE Calm app subscription

Schedule:  Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 4:30pm with flexible scheduling, evenings required, occasional weekends required.  Position can be on site and remote.

The Department of Immigrant Services at LifeWorks Community Action has supported immigrants and their families in Saratoga, Washington, and Warren Counties for over twenty years. Our mission is to promote healthy, thriving families with strong connections to the community. LifeWorks Community Action is a community of neighbors helping neighbors build bright and stable futures. We have a strong network of programs to help our neighbors address their immediate needs and overcome challenges. If we do not have the support someone is looking for, we make sure they are connected to an organization that does.  

Interested candidates please send a resume and cover letter to the Director of Human Resources for LifeWorks Community Action via hr@lifeworksaction.org or visit our website and complete an employment application at https://www.lifeworksaction.org/careers and send in via email.  

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