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7 people are interested
Volunteer ESL Teacher
ORGANIZATION: Center for the Integration and Advancement of New Americans, CIANA
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7 people are interested
The Center for the Integration & Advancement of New Americans (CIANA) is a social services organization that works to integrate new immigrants from South Asia, the Middle East, North Africa and Latin America into the socio-economic and civic life of American society while maintaining pride in their cultural heritage.
CIANA is seeking a volunteer teacher for our English as a Second Language classes, offered on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:30 AM to 12 PM. We have a diverse client population of Arabic, Spanish, and Bengali speakers.
Responsibilities:
Write and deliver English lessons that incorporate reading, writing, speaking, and listening components based on a curriculum
Provide life skills and practical English in a fun and accessible way
Collaborate with ESL coordinator to assess students’ progress, needs, and feedback about instruction
Qualifications:
Highly organized and motivated to help students achieve their goals
Possesses a growth-mindset and utilizes constructive feedback
Is a dynamic and interactive communicator
Engages with and is respectful of cultural differences
Fluency in another language (especially Spanish, Arabic, or Bengali) is a big plus!
Students enrolled in a TESOL program or retired teachers are encouraged to apply. Prior experience is not necessary but is preferred. Training will be provided for the right candidates.
To apply, please submit your resume detailing your relevant experience to volunteer@cianainc.org
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About Center for the Integration and Advancement of New Americans, CIANA
Location:
36-12 34th Avenue, 2nd Floor, Astoria, NY 11102, US
Mission Statement
To provide special transitional services which will lead to the successful integration of newcomers into American society while continuing to maintain pride in their own cultural heritage .
Description
Immigrants and refugees will be provided with the tools to emerge from poverty, isolation, and linguistic barriers to become full, productive American citizens. Our services promote family well-being and stability, provide counseling and support services, and expose newcomers to the social, economic and educational opportunities available to them. Professional social services will include ESOL and civics classes, citizenship preparation, adult literacy, child welfare and youth services, legal and immigration assistance, financial literacy, micro credit and finance, employment assistance, and information and referral services. Newcomers will gain a deeper understanding of western culture and how to incorporate its positive qualities into their lives without fear of losing their culture and identity; it will help them shape an identity that encompasses the best of both worlds and prevents their isolation and marginalization.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
31-09 Newtown AvenueSuite 411Astoria, NY 11102
DATE POSTED
May 30, 2018
SKILLS
- Literacy / Reading
- Adult Education
- Teaching / Instruction
- English as a Secondary Language (ESL)
- Reading / Writing
- General Education
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
N/A