P/T ESOL Curriculum Developer and Instructor

FLSA Classification

Non-Exempt

Terms of Employment

12-month contract, with possibility of extension contingent on funding.

Pay and Schedule

$30/hour, 20 hours per week (Monday-Friday, flexibility around specificstart/end times basedon applicant)

Reports to

Manager, Global Skills Union Pathway Project

Location

In-person at The Welcoming Center’s Center City office and South Philly Bok Building, with some remote days and occasional travel to the Hanwha Philly Shipyard

Organization

The Welcoming Center’s (TWC) mission is to promote inclusive economic growth through immigrant integration. We seek to open doors of economic opportunity for immigrants of all education and skill levels and to build immigrants’ individual and collective agency to address barriers to integration and well-being. TWC does this through training programs focused on social, civic, and economic engagement which enhance skills and expand opportunities. TWC believes that immigrants broaden the productivity, profitability, and stability of this region and contribute to both Pennsylvania’s and the nation’s economic growth. Primary program areas include Work Readiness, Entrepreneurship, Community Leadership, and ESOL & Digital Skills Training, all designed to help immigrants overcome integration barriers. TWC is based in Philadelphia, PA. For more information, visit www.welcomingcenter.org.

Position Summary

TWC is seeking a part-time ESOL Curriculum Developer and Instructor to support the Global Skills Union Pathway Project (GSUPP), a workforce development initiative designed to connect immigrant participants to high-demand union jobs in the skilled trades industries at Hanwha Philly Shipyard. This 12-month, 20 hours/week position involves revising and delivering English language instruction integrated with career readiness training. The role will include developing customized curriculum for English for Workplace Communication at the Philly Shipyard, Career Readiness Training, and supporting other specialized training providers. The instructor will work closely with other TWC staff, the Philadelphia AFL-CIO, Hanwha Philly Shipyard, and other partners to enhance participants’ language proficiency and job skills, enabling them to access upwardly mobile career opportunities and improved social and economic integration.

Responsibilities:

• Curriculum Development: Redesign and adapt existing ESOL and job readiness curriculums based on employer input and training materials to be aligned with the needs of the Shipyard’s Apprenticeship training program. Revise lessons based on staff, partner, and participant feedback for each new cohort cycle.
• Instruction: Teach the English for Philly Shipyard course and the Career Readiness course, each of which are comprised of integrated lessons that combine ESOL and job readiness skills around topics such as working at the Hanwha Philly Shipyard, workplace culture, communication, and conflict resolution.
• Assessment and Progress Tracking: Use both standardized and authentic assessments to monitor student progress, adjusting teaching strategies as needed.
• Participant Engagement: Build strong, supportive relationships with learners, offering regular feedback and guidance, fostering a positive learning environment.
• Collaboration: Work with the TWC staff, the Philadelphia AFL-CIO, and Hanwha Philly Shipyard to ensure that programming is integrated with TWC’s workforce development and career readiness programming. Attend workshops conducted by external partners and provide feedback and support to ensure alignment with participant and program goals.
• Career Readiness Integration: Support career readiness components such as resume writing, interview skills, job search strategies, and mentoring. Assist with job placement efforts and individualized support for program participants.
• Outreach and Community Engagement: Support in recruitment and outreach efforts, including promoting the program to local institutions and organizations.
• Data Collection: Support program administration activities, such as data collection for program evaluation, including pre- and post-assessments, participant feedback, and progress tracking in Salesforce and other platforms.
• In all duties, demonstrates a commitment to organizational core values which uplift the skills, experiences, and aspirations of program participants and recognize their role as agents of the change they seek.

Required Education &Experience:

• Minimum of a bachelor's degree and certification in teaching English to speakers of other languages (TESOL / TEFL); a combination of education and experience will also be considered.
• 2-3 years of experience teaching adults in a community-based setting.
• 2-3 years of experience with adult education curriculum development for English language learners.
• Familiarity and experience with a range of adult education pedagogical approaches.
• Strong commitment to and demonstrated experience with participant-centered, asset-based, relational approaches to education and community-building.
• Excellent verbal, written, and telephone communication skills. Comfortable adapting communication style to a diverse range of participants. Demonstrated evidence of ability to navigate conversations which may be difficult due to language, culture, and other circumstances which may lead to misunderstanding.
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency with Google Drive, Microsoft Office Suite, SharePoint, and digital literacy/remote learning tools.
• Detail-oriented, creative thinker with strong sense of initiative and commitment to equity.

Preferred Education & Experience:

• Lived experience from immigrant and refugee communities and/or communities of color.
• Master’s degree preferred – or five years of progressive experience in ESOL instruction, adult education, training, facilitation, or workforce development fields.
• Experience in workforce development, such as teaching job readiness skills such as job interviews, resume and cover letter development, conflict resolution, and workplace culture.
• Experience in digital skills instruction or curriculum development for English language learners or adults with limited digital skills proficiency.
• Experience using Salesforce.
• Bilingual ability is a plus, though not required.

Work environment

• Operates in a professional office environment or remotely. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and filing cabinets.

Physical demands

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift 5-10 pounds at a times.

Affirmative Action/EEO statement

The Welcoming Center does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The Welcoming Center will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in undue hardship. This policy governs all aspects of employment, including selection, job assignment, compensation, discipline, termination, and access to benefits and training.

Other duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Application Process

To apply, please send your resume and a cover letter to jobs@welcomingcenter.org with the subject “ESOL Curriculum Designer.” Please include your work schedule availability throughout the Monday-Friday period. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and identities, includingthose of any age, race, religion, gender, ability, or sexual orientation.