ESL Program Assistant (Part-time) - 2025811

World Relief•Kent, WA

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

World Relief is a global Christian humanitarian organization seeking an ESL Program Assistant to support their ESL team. This role involves assisting with student enrollments, pretesting, attendance tracking, in-class support, posttesting, and volunteer management. The assistant will also provide extra help to students and refer them for other services. The position aims to partner with learners from diverse backgrounds to build their English communication confidence and help them thrive in their new American context. This is a part-time position for 24 hours per week with a hybrid schedule, primarily in-office on Thursdays (and some Wednesdays), with up to one remote day per week. Availability to come into the office when needed is required.

Requirements

Mature and personal Christian faith
Committed to the mission, vision, and values of World Relief
Desire to serve and empower the Church to impact vulnerable communities
Able to affirm and/or acknowledge World Reliefs Core Beliefs, Statement of Faith, Christian Identity and National Association of Evangelicals' For the Health of The Nation document
Demonstrated ability to work effectively and sensitively with people of diverse cultural and religious backgrounds.
Strong administrative skills.
Valid driver's license, access to reliable vehicle and ability to pass MVR standards.
Flexibility to occasionally travel to Thurston County office or Whatcom County office.

Nice To Haves

Good organizational skills and ability to prioritize multiple duties.
Flexibility, initiative, and a desire to learn.
Excellent written and oral communication skills in English.
Knowledge of a second language a plus, especially French, Portuguese, Arabic, Spanish, or Somali.
Experience learning English as an additional language a plus.
Intermediate computer knowledge, including MS Office.
Prior experience with ESL programs preferred.
Experience working in a multi-cultural, social service setting highly desirable.
Familiarity with refugee resettlement process very helpful.

Responsibilities

Complete intakes and enrollment paperwork with new students.
Lead or co-lead pretesting sessions for new students.
Assist instructors with student posttesting.
Serve as a floating class assistant in classrooms where extra support is needed.
Occasionally substitute teach ESL classes, utilizing plans and materials provided by instructor.
Reach out to students who are having challenges participating in classes to understand their needs and provide support or referrals.
Assist instructors to collect student feedback about the program.
Occasionally provide 1-on-1 tutoring for students with unique needs.
Maintain student and volunteer records in an organized and confidential manner, including attendance, testing records, and enrollment information.
Participate in team meetings and trainings.
Maintain close communication with other staff in order to coordinate effective service to clients.
Assist with team projects and related tasks as needed.