Adult ESOL Program Coordinator

CASA•Woodbridge, VA

5h•Hybrid

About The Position

WE ARE CASA & CASA IN ACTION SYNOPSIS: We Are CASA’s mission is to create a more just society by building power and improving the quality of life in working-class Black, Latino/a/e, Afro-descendent, Indigenous, and Immigrant Communities. Our vision is rooted in the collective power of our community, our inclusive, permanent, member-led movement radically transforms communities and systems to ensure the needs, dreams, and aspirations of members are fully met as we strive for justice and full liberation at home and in solidarity with others across the world. We Are CASA has a sister organization, CASA in Action, a separate, but related, nonprofit organization that is exempt from federal income tax under section 501(c)(4) of the Internal Revenue Code. Although We Are CASA and CASA in Action share a common goal of supporting immigrants and low-income people in Maryland, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Georgia, they are separate organizations with their own board of directors. A set of employees at the two organizations, including the person filling this position, shares their time between the two organizations. This has no effect on salary or benefits. DEPARTMENT SYNOPSIS: The Education Department supports We Are CASA’s multi-generation approach to education through engaging youth and their families as a whole in the attainment of educational opportunities for all. All across its footprint, We Are CASA partners with, initiates, and fosters strong relationships between public school systems and parents, and oversees We Are CASA’s efforts to improve educational outcomes for immigrant students and their families through coordinated interdepartmental efforts within We Are CASA. The department also supports CASA’s expanding education policy work in strategic partnership with We Are CASA’s Department of Politics & Communications. The Education Department’s Life Skills ESOL (in English for Speakers of Other Languages) Program uses Popular Education to address the educational needs of its adult learners. Lessons are focused upon concrete and practical everyday experiences. Students, as adults, come to class with experiences they are encouraged to share and peer teach while performing tasks. Class materials are geared towards student’s life experiences and promote both civic engagement and community empowerment. The classes also serve to empower students to make positive and long-lasting social change within their community in coordination with We Are CASA’s organizing and advocacy efforts in the fight for immigration reform, workers’ rights, universal equality, and social justice. POSITION SUMMARY: The ESOL Program Coordinator will perform a range of duties to ensure task-based English language acquisition, promote civic engagement, and encourage integration of adult speakers of other languages. Works directly with the Education Team to execute high quality ESOL programming. Oversees all program activities necessary to maintain a consistently successful and effective adult ESOL program and other activities assigned by the ESOL Manager.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field
Minimum of 3 years teaching experience in adult ESOL and/or adult continuing education
Required proficiency in English and Spanish skills both spoken and written
Extremely punctual and able to meet programmatic deadlines
High comfort level with basic computer programs, including Google Suites and willingness to learn other needed computer programs
Comfortable working both independently and as part of a team
Detail oriented and extremely organized, experience multi-tasking and prioritizing work across multiple sites/locations
Knowledgeable regarding Popular Education and other Adult Education methodologies
Experience working with immigrant learners with limited educational backgrounds and study habits
Experience creating lesson plans that accommodates a variety of learning styles, learners of limited educational backgrounds & study habits
Energetic and creative with a can do attitude
Respectful of all cultures and embraces the Popular Education principle that we all possess the capability of learning multiple languages
Experience working with immigrant or low-income communities
Supportive of We Are CASA’s mission and vision
Deep commitment to social change and to growing We Are CASA as a membership organization in which members have decision-making authority
Strong interpersonal communication, conflict resolution and negotiation skills; able to work efficiently and effectively in a high-stress environment
General cash handling and accounting skills to collect and accurately record monies
Excellent customer service skills
Must have reliable transportation and a valid US driver’s license

Nice To Haves

TESOL Certification preferred
proficiency in French a plus
experience in Salesforce or alternative data system preferred

Responsibilities

Support the development and implementation of in-classroom advocacy tools that are aligned with We Are CASA’s progressive education model.
Track teacher lesson plans and provide feedback as needed.
Train instructors in Popular Education and ensure appropriate application in the classroom and instruction materials.
Conduct teacher orientation; plan and facilitate teachers’ meetings and trainings.
Assist with the selection process for new teacher candidates and program volunteers.
Ensure teachers and volunteers understand rules and operational procedures.
Observe teachers in the classroom and provide feedback after observation (on file).
Create a space for dialogue between/with teachers to ensure a pleasant workplace. Teachers and Volunteers should feel they are a part of a team working to create the best learning environment for We Are CASA students.
Maintain constant/open communication with teachers and volunteers.
Conduct teacher survey to obtain teacher feedback.
Participate in staff meetings between coordinators, manager, and other CASA staff.
Organize and implement standardized language assessments (pre & post); train and monitor teachers on proctoring the tests; report on the results of the assessment each session for grant writing purposes.
Prepare copies of supplemental and testing materials on a weekly basis.
Assist in the administration of student surveys including those related to customer service, program quality, and acquisition of language skills.
Assist with planning for the end of session parties.
Monitor teacher supplies and materials.
Conduct community outreach and advertisement (disseminating flyers, emailing community partners, visiting local businesses and centers).
Recruit, register, add and drop students while keeping master class list updated and enter all relevant data into Salesforce for recordkeeping and reporting purposes.
Collect & record class registration payments and textbook sales.
Track program data and progress as required by funders and departmental priorities.
Provide onsite support to teachers and students.
Support We Are CASA’s organizing and advocacy efforts; recruit students to participate in CASA events.
Participation in We Are CASA actions, mobilizations and events as needed and required.
Participate actively in the annual planning process, including developing and executing individual work plans, evaluating and providing feedback on plans as the year progresses.
Meet deadlines established by supervisor and in department and individual work plan.
Promote We Are CASA membership and services; collaborate with other We Are CASA departments and programs to ensure that members enjoy an excellent experience with We Are CASA such that they can contribute to building the power of the immigrant community.
Provide quality customer service, interactions and responses to all members, partner organizations, vendors, visitors, callers and any other individual or organization you may encounter in your role with We Are CASA.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Benefits

Generous paid time off , including: annual leave starting at three weeks per year (proportional accrual per pay period), two weeks of sick leave, three days of personal leave, and additional compensatory leave for exempt employees.
Sixteen (16) paid holidays per calendar year.
Health, dental, and vision insurance (We Are CASA pays 100% of the premium costs for the employee up to our HMO plan, 55% for couples, 65% for children and 60% for family)
Basic life and AD&D
Long and Short Term Disability insurance
Professional Development: Those pursuing a course of study related to work performed at We Are CASA may be eligible for a reimbursement up to $2,000.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
FSA Account including Dependent Care.
401(k) retirement plan with a 2% employer discretionary match.
Accident, Critical Indemnity, Hospital insurance.
Mileage reimbursements for those positions that are required to drive on CASA business.
Cell Phone stipend for those positions that are required to use their cellphone for We Are CASA business.