ESL Teacher- Afghan Support at CIRI

Why Work for CIRIEmbark on a fulfilling career with CIRI where youll find more than just a job youll find purpose. As part of our team youll enjoy:Meaningful Mission: Contribute to an incredible mission of assisting refugees and immigrants in overcoming barriers to become self-sufficient integrated members of the community.Professional Growth: Be part of a diverse and supportive team that encourages your growth and development.Community Connection: Establish long-term connections with the community and make a lasting impact on the lives of those we serve.Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary medical/dental/vision/life/403B plan 13 paid holidays 20 days of paid time off per year and a commitment to work/life balance and self-care.Public Interest Loan Forgiveness: Benefit from eligibility for the Public Interest Loan Forgiveness Program.This organization participates in E-Verify.Join the Journey: Empower Lives Shape Futures at The Connecticut Institute for Refugees and Immigrants (CIRI)Compensation: $44000 Benefits (that currently include):Medical (Anthem): 3 copay/deductible options; base plan is $40/paycheckVision (Mutual of Omaha): $60 per year; $130 hardware allowance- Employee FundedDental (Mutual of Omaha): $500 per year; $1750 annual benefit- Employee FundedLife: 1 x Salary to $100K; paid by CIRIVoluntary Life: Available to employees and familyDisability: 60% of earnings; paid by CIRIIdentity Theft: Optional coverage; paid by employees- For employee and/or family- Employee FundedPOSITION SUMMARY - The ESL Instructor will provide high-quality English language instruction to our Afghan clients. This role is critical in helping participants achieve language proficiency enabling them to better integrate into American society find employment and engage with their local communities. The ideal candidate will have experience working with diverse populations be culturally sensitive and adaptable to the unique needs of adult learners from different backgrounds.Deliver tailored ESL instruction for students from the Afghan community focusing on beginner to advanced proficiency levels and addressing skills in speaking listening reading and writing.Collaborate with other ESL Teachers to design and implement lesson plans that are engaging interactive and suited to the literacy levels educational backgrounds and individual learning styles of studentsEvaluate student progress through assessments and provide feedback to support continuous improvement in language skills.Create an inclusive classroom environment that encourages participation and builds student confidence fostering collaboration and interaction among peers.Collaborate with case managers and program staff to understand the needs of students providing resources and support that enhance their learning and integration experience.Incorporate cultural orientation and life skills training into the curriculum such as job searching navigating healthcare systems and accessing community resources.Maintain accurate records of attendance student progress and outcomes for program reporting purposes.Support additional language development opportunities including conversation practice tutoring and participation in community events.Stay current on best practices in ESL education and participate in professional development to continually enhance teaching effectiveness.Classes may be conducted in person online or in a hybrid format based on the needs of the program.The schedule may include evening or weekend classes to accommodate the availability of students.Some travel between program sites and community partner locations may be required.RequirementsQUALIFICATIONSEducation/Experience:Experience working with migrant populations and a strong understanding of the challenges faced by the Afghan community resettled in the New Haven area.Ability to speak Dari Pashto strongly preferredProficiency in digital tools and online learning platforms to support both in-person and remote instruction.Strong communication skills and the ability to adapt teaching methods to diverse cultural and educational backgrounds.A background in adult education ESL instruction or a related field is preferred.We are dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities during the application process. If you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability please contact HR at to discuss your needs. We value all applicants and strive to make the application process accessible to everyone.Salary Description44000 Key Skills Ruby,Mac Os,Computer Networking,Windows,TCP,Customer Support,Linux,Shell Scripting,VPN,Dns,Technical Support,Troubleshooting Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1