ESL/Civics Instructor (Independent Contractor)

Erie Neighborhood House • Chicago, IL

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Erie Neighborhood House is seeking a dedicated and qualified ESL/Civics Instructor to join our Adult Education and Training team as an independent contractor for the upcoming FY27 session. The ideal candidate will provide high-quality English as a Second Language (ESL) and Civics instruction to adult learners, fostering an engaging and supportive environment that promotes language acquisition and civic knowledge.

Requirements

• Prior experience teaching ESL and/or Civics to adult student populations.
• Strong organizational skills with a demonstrated ability to manage rigorous student compliance documentation and testing data.
• Excellent communication skills and cultural sensitivity.
• Ability to commit fully to the session dates (07/6/2026 – 12/10/2026) and the designated Monday–Thursday class times.
• Must be a member of AFSCME or join after 30 days.

Responsibilities

• Prepare comprehensive lesson plans and deliver ESL/Civics instruction tailored to Spanish speakers, adult learners.
• Conduct 3-hour classes according to assigned shifts (Monday through Thursday, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM or 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM).
• Maintain strict adherence to the teaching schedule and notify the Adult Education and Training Program Manager as soon as possible in case of unavoidable absence.
• Complete intake forms for every student enrolled.
• Maintain daily student attendance sheets, ensuring student initials are collected for each day present.
• Administer and record individual student Pre-test and Post-test score-sheets.
• Collect completed class evaluations from each participating student.
• Submit accurate Instructor Time Sheets utilizing the format provided by Erie Neighborhood House.
• Attend mandatory training sessions and teacher meetings as requested by the agency.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed