Location: Michigan Based (Grand Rapids, Kalamazoo, or Detroit areas preferred), Teaching virtually through zoom during Pandemic

Compensation: $3,750 stipend; April 1st - July 30th and; Two positions available, one for an introductory level course and another for an intermediate level course. You may apply for one or both positions if interested and available. There is a possibility to extend the position another year if the program is successful.

 

Michigan United is a statewide organization of individuals, faith, labor, civil rights, small business, and social service groups working together for racial and economic justice through community organizing. 

 

Michigan United is seeking a dedicated instructor to assist adult immigrants to increase their English language skills and coordinate volunteers for our English Innovations program.

 

Limited English proficiency is a significant barrier for many immigrants to fully integrate into life in the U.S. — getting a good job, having educational options, and participating in civic life. Limited English language skills are compounded by the gap in digital literacy in our technologically advancing world. English Innovations® is a blended social learning model that integrates English language learning in a collaborative, supportive classroom environment with online tools that enable self-paced, independent learning. The learning framework emphasizes a community-based approach, highlighting the importance of volunteer and peer support.

 

Instructor Responsibilities:

• Time commitment is 10 hours per week, 6 hours of instruction, and 4 hours of prep and assessment.

• Recruit and coordinate volunteers for the English Innovations classes. 

• Send weekly emails to volunteers about upcoming activities and to confirm their attendance. 

• Assist adult immigrant learners one-on-one in class with the English language

• Administer CASAS assessment

• Facilitate virtual classes using the Zoom platform  

• Conduct follow-up with students to encourage attendance and participation

• Encourage and motivate learners via email and Skype outside of class

• *If interested* Teach a basic English class for beginners and an intermediate class for people with some level of proficiency

 

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Interest in immigrant communities and sincere desire to support others in achieving their goals

• Ability to establish a relationship based on respect, with sensitivity to persons of different backgrounds

• Attend a 2-hour pre-service orientation

• Basic knowledge of technology (zoom, internet, email, etc.) and digital literacy

• Be highly enthusiastic, creative, and able to motivate others

• Arabic and Spanish language fluency is a definite plus, but not required

• Previous tutoring or teaching experience a plus 

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Visit www.miunited.org for more information about Michigan United. 

Women, people of color, and LGBTQ persons are strongly encouraged to apply.

 

How To Apply:

Please send a resume and cover letter resumes@miunited.org and copy Adonis Flores adonis@miunited.org. For questions, you may call Adonis Flores at 313-658-2389.

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