English as a Second Language (ESL) Instructor
ORGANIZATION: Bernardine Franciscan Sisters, Mother Veronica Resource Center
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Looking for candidates to teach English as a Second Language (ESL) to adult students aged 18 and older. This opportunity would start with the September 2025 semester. Morning and evening classes are provided. The morning classes traditionally run between 9:30 A.M. and 11:00 A.M.; the evening classes, between 6:30 P.M. and 8:00 P.M.
The core curriculum is Pearson Education's Foundations and Top Notch series. Various supplemental resources are available. Each volunteer will be offered an opportunity to participate in the Literacy Council of Reading-Berks free English Forward training for orientation or brush-up on ESL teaching methods.
It is expected that the volunteer would minimally serve for one semester - September to December and/or January to the first week of June.
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About Bernardine Franciscan Sisters, Mother Veronica Resource Center
Location:
449 S 6th Street, Reading, PA 19607, US
Mission Statement
The Bernardine Franciscan Sisters, committed to their call to live the Gospel, established the Mother Veronica Resource Center in response to requests for assistance from Reading area immigrants. By providing various classes, tutoring and educational and social services resources for them and for all Reading area adults who come seeking a better way forward, the Center strives to improve the quality of their lives and enhance our community.
Description
History: In 1894 four Bernardine Franciscan Sisters migrated from Poland to the United States with Mother Veronica Grzedowska as the leader of the group. They were immigrants coming to a new country to work with and for other immigrants. Reading, PA was where they established their first permanent home and ministry. Throughout the years, the Sisters have cared for and responded to the requests of people in many countries and cultures. It is in this spirit that they established the Mother Veronica Resource Center in response to the requests of newcomers to our community.
Programs: English as a Second Language (ESL) classes, General Education Development (GED) preparation classes (Language Arts, Mathematics in English, Spanish), Citizenship preparation classes, Computer classes, Adult Basic Education (ABE) and GED tutoring
Goals: 1. Impart a basic knowledge of English so that adult students can: improve their quality of life; provide better for their families through education and work opportunities; advocate for themselves in schools, hospitals, jobs, etc.; and pass the Naturalization Test;
2. Help adult students prepare to take the GED Test -- in addition to classes and tutoring, making access to online instructional programs available; 3. Offer preparation classes for the Naturalization Test; 4. Facilitate the attainment of computer skills; and 5. Provide resources to inform clients of available services and opportunities.
CAUSE AREAS
Education & Literacy,
Immigrants & Refugees
WHEN
We'll work with your schedule.
WHERE
449 S 6th StreetReading, PA 19602
(40.32778 ,-75.92577 )
DATE POSTED
March 31, 2025
SKILLS
- English as a Secondary Language (ESL)
- Adult Education
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 18
- 1-1/2 to 3 hours per week
- Teaching experience or studies in Education