ELS Substitute Instructor

ILSC Education Group•Melbourne, FL

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The ELS Substitute Instructor plans, teaches, and evaluates assigned classes in accordance with the ELS curriculum, primarily for adult students, with support from the Academic Director, Instructional Specialists, and Senior Instructors. The role maintains student class records, completes administrative duties as required or requested, and participates in professional development activities, including workshops, meetings, and assisting instructors. The position may teach Structure/Speaking Practice, Vocabulary Enrichment, Reading/Writing, Language Technology Center, and Skills Enhancement classes as assigned. It also supports coordination with other teachers, student evaluation, classroom learning conditions, center resources, and Associate Instructors. The role is based in Melbourne, Florida, and reports to the Academic Director.

Requirements

A bachelor's degree or better in English or a related field.
At least 6 months of ELS teaching experience if the candidate does not have an MA in TESOL or CELTA.

Nice To Haves

A certificate or better in CELTA or a related field.
A certificate or better in TESOL or a related field.
A master's degree or better in Applied Linguistics or a related field.
A master's degree or better in TESOL or a related field.

Responsibilities

Teach assigned Structure/Speaking Practice, Vocabulary Enrichment, Reading/Writing, Language Technology Center, and/or Skills Enhancement classes.
Prepare lesson plans, exercises, and tests.
Test, evaluate, and counsel students regarding classroom performance.
Maintain a classroom environment conducive to learning.
Coordinate instruction, attendance records, and evaluation with other teachers.
Follow Center and Company policies and procedures, and communicate local policy to Associate Instructors.
Complete administrative paperwork as required or requested.
Maintain student performance and attendance records.
Maintain Center resource materials and files.
Observe other teachers for professional development and be observed in all facets of the program, as suggested by the Academic Director.
Participate in administrative meetings and professional development activities.
Participate in the employee evaluation process, including classroom observations, follow-up discussions, and performance appraisals.
Provide assistance to Associate Instructors.
Develop and/or refine teaching materials at the local level.
Participate in activities during scheduled class hours and, when requested, disseminate information about after-class activities.
Contribute to maintaining neat classrooms, the staff workroom, and the staff lounge.
Substitute in emergency situations for less than a full day when there are no reasonable alternatives available to the Academic Director, provided the instructor is not already teaching a full day.
Perform other duties as assigned.