In‑person ESOL Instructor for Beginner Level Class

About the role

The YMCA Education & Training Center is launching school‑based adult ESOL programs in Boston Public Schools. We seek a passionate instructor to teach beginner‑level English to adult learners and help them achieve personal and professional language goals.

Key responsibilities

• Teach beginner‑level ESOL to adults from diverse linguistic, cultural, religious, socio‑economic, and educational backgrounds.
• Design and deliver engaging, contextually relevant lesson plans that integrate language and life skills.
• Foster an inclusive, safe classroom atmosphere that encourages active participation and language practice.
• Present clear language and content objectives for each session and conduct formative and summative assessments.
• Maintain accurate attendance records, upload course materials to Google Classroom, and communicate any concerns to the Program Director.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree (educational background preferred).
• TESOL, TEFL, or TESL certification.
• Authorization to live and work in the U.S.
• Strong understanding of socio‑economic and ethnic minority issues.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and classroom management skills.

Required skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience with Google Classroom.
• Familiarity with Zoom for virtual instruction.