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ESL Coordinator

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ORGANIZATION: Day Worker Center of Mountain View

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Are you passionate about education and community service? Do you want to make a meaningful difference in the lives of day laborers by helping them improve their English language skills? The Day Worker Center of Mountain View is looking for a dedicated and compassionate Volunteer ESL Coordinator to join our team!

Position Overview:
As the Volunteer ESL Coordinator, you will play a key role in managing and enhancing our English as a Second Language (ESL) program, which is vital for improving the communication skills of our workers. You will work closely with the Executive Director, staff, volunteers, and community members to ensure that our ESL classes are executed to the needs of our participants.

Responsibilities:

  • Coordinate and manage the ESL program, including class scheduling and
    curriculum development.
  • Train, and support volunteer ESL instructors
  • Work with day laborers to assess their English proficiency and learning goals.
  • Develop and implement teaching materials and lesson plans.
  • Maintain communication with staff and instructors to ensure smooth operations and continuous improvement of the program.
  • Provide feedback to instructors and ensure alignment with the learner's; needs.
  • Organize events or activities that enhance language practice for learners outside the classroom.

Qualifications:

  • Experience in teaching or coordinating ESL programs is preferred.
  • Strong organizational and leadership skills.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work effectively with diverse groups of people, including non-English speakers.
  • Patience, compassion, and a passion for education and community development.
  • Bilingual in English and Spanish is preferred but not required.

Benefits:

  • Make a significant impact on the lives of day laborers and their families.
  • Gain valuable experience in nonprofit management, education, and community outreach.
  • Work closely with a passionate team committed to social justice and worker
    empowerment.
  • Develop leadership skills and expand your professional network.
  • Flexible hours to accommodate your schedule.

More opportunities with Day Worker Center of Mountain View

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About Day Worker Center of Mountain View

Location:

113 Escuela Ave, Mountain View, CA 94040, US

Mission Statement

The Day Worker Center of Mountain View’s mission is to provide a safe and supportive environment to connect day workers and employers in a safe and supportive environment. In addition, the Center strives to empower workers to improve their socioeconomic condition through fair employment, education, and job skills training. The Center also participates in advocacy efforts that support the day laborer community. Our vision is a world of diverse communities where day laborers live with full rights and responsibilities in an environment of mutual respect, peace, and harmony.

Description

The Day Worker Center of Mountain View is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that provides job-matching services for hundreds of local homeowners and businesses annually. Work most often sought by employers includes yard work, house cleaning, moving, and painting. Established in 1996 by day workers, community of faith, elected officials, and leaders from local businesses, the Center serves the communities of Mountain View and the surrounding areas. In twenty-six years, the DWC has gone from a street-based operation to a core community institution with broad-based support that serves both the day worker community and the larger community.

The Center offers more than ten programs for community members. A few programs include: Job Placement, Outreach about workers rights, Healthy Meals, job skill classes, ESL classes, Spanish classes, Written Driver's License Class, and many more. In addition, the Center provides referrals to food, housing, clothing, and emergency assistance services.

CAUSE AREAS

Advocacy & Human Rights
Community
Education & Literacy
Advocacy & Human Rights, Community, Education & Literacy

WHEN

We'll work with your schedule.

WHERE

113 Escuela AvenueMountain View, CA 94040

(37.40027,-122.09167)
 

SKILLS

  • English as a Secondary Language (ESL)
  • Adult Education

GOOD FOR

N/A

REQUIREMENTS

  • Orientation or Training
  • 6-10 hours a week

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