Volunteer ESL Teacher

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The Garces Foundation is looking for innovative and compassionate volunteer teachers! Join us in our work to support immigrants and help them achieve their personal and professional goals through English language instruction, workforce training, and connections to vital community resources.
Volunteers report that they love teaching our students.

English for the Restaurant and Everyday Living (EREL) program runs on quarterly sessions:

Winter 2019 January 7 - March 24
Spring 2019 April 1 - June 23
Summer 2019 July 8 - Sept 22
Fall 2019 Oct 7 - Dec 22

What are classes like?

• 6-14 students: 2 teachers (You won't have to teach and plan alone!)
• meet twice weekly (either Mon & Wed or Tues & Thurs)
• classes are 90 minutes each
• AM classes start at 9:00 and 10:30 AM
• PM classes start at 5:30, 6:00, 7:00 PM
• levels 1-5 (beginning to advanced)
• objectives are established for levels 1-5 (Students will be able to...)
• textbook and workbook provided for students
• all instructional resources and activities provided for teachers
• computer, Internet, and printing/copying access
• teachers NOT required to speak Spanish

Who are our students?

• South Philly neighbors
• adults, native Spanish speakers
• majority work in the restaurant industry
• many are parents with children attending Philadelphia schools
• purpose-driven learners learning English for a raise, promotion, or different career

• acquire experience in teaching and training adults
• practice Spanish language skills
• collaborate with co-teacher, opportunity to learn from another professional
• instructional coaching from program manager
• form meaningful relationships and connections with your community
• work at BOK and be part of our community
• attend Garces Foundation events and fundraisers

Required Qualifications

• interest in serving the Latino community of Philadelphia
• experience as tutor or teacher assistant
• morning or evening availability twice weekly for three months at a time

Additional Preferred Qualifications

• professional experience as a teacher, teacher assistant, or tutor
• professional work experience in hospitality
• bachelor's degree (or currently working on)
• experience living, working, and/or learning abroad

Bonus Qualifications

• BS/BA or MSEd/MS/MAT in TESOL, Education, or related field
• Spanish language skills
• work experience in restaurant industry

Are you ready to start teaching? Contact jillian@garcesfoundation.org