Instructor For Citizenship (Tesol Certification Preferred) (Bilingual)

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Join our dynamic Immigration and Citizenship Team within the dedicated Community Initiatives department. Here, you'll collaborate with a team of skilled and diligent individuals committed to supporting adult learners as they prepare for the naturalization interview and exam. Your contributions will extend beyond individual assistance, helping us advance our impact on United Service Human Rights in the Houston region and beyond.

Under the guidance of the Citizenship Services Manager, the Citizenship Instructor assumes the responsibility of educating adult learners. This role entails preparing individuals for the USCIS History and Civics Exam, English Competency Exam, and delivering ESL instruction to those gearing up for the naturalization interview and exam. Additionally, the role involves coordinating Citizenship classes, offering support, education, and facilitating connections to local resources.

CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Delivers high-quality instruction to adult learners seeking citizenship, employing engaging classroom activities and practical experiences that enhance students' learning objectives and workforce capabilities
• Assists in the management of the Immigration and Citizenship Program at community centers, ensuring students achieve desired proficiency levels and make progress, while also providing guidance and support to individuals enrolled in the program
• Assists the Manager of Citizenship Services in gathering data
• Participates in outreach activities for the Immigration and Citizenship Program
• Additional responsibilities may be assigned as deemed necessary by the Manager of Citizenship Services TESOL Certified preferred
• Preferred qualification: TESOL Certification
• Proficiency in Spanish is advantageous

Experience

Required

• Candidates should possess 1 to 3 years of experience teaching English as a Second Language (ESL) to adult learners

Education

Required

Bachelor's degree or higher in Social Work or a related field is required.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourage applications from protected veterans and individuals with disabilities

The contractor will not discriminate against employees or applicants for discussing or disclosing their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees with access to compensation information as part of their job responsibilities cannot disclose this information to individuals who do not have access, unless it's (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) part of an investigation or legal proceeding, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal obligations. (Reference: 41 CFR 60-1.35(c))

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How to Apply:
If you are passionate about helping others achieve their dreams of citizenship and want to contribute to our mission, please submit your resume and a brief statement of interest to info@ushrswh.org and contact to 832-614-8306. We look forward to welcoming you to our team!

Application Deadline: 04/01/2024

Join us in making a positive impact in our community and empowering individuals on their path to citizenship!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.00 - $19.20 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift

Work setting:

• In-person

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Houston, TX 77036: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person