Part-Time ESOL Assistant

POTS • New York, NY

3d • $19 - $20 • Onsite

About The Position

The Part-Time ESOL Assistant supports the day-to-day operations of POTS' English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) program. Working under the supervision of the ESOL Coordinator, the ESOL Assistant helps recruit and enroll participants, maintain attendance records, support assessments, communicate with students, and assist with program events and administrative tasks.

Requirements

• Bilingual in Spanish and English required
• Commitment to POTS’s mission and values
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, particularly in data entry and record-keeping
• Comfortable using database systems and basic office technology
• Warm, patient, and professional in interactions with participants, staff, and community members
• Ability to work independently and take initiative while keeping the ESOL Coordinator informed

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with immigrant or low-income communities preferred

Responsibilities

• Recruit, enroll, and orient new ESOL participants, including maintaining waitlists and conducting participant intake.
• Maintain accurate attendance, participant records, and program data; conduct outreach to participants to support retention and consistent attendance.
• Assist with CASAS testing, participant-teacher conferences, and other assessment and reporting requirements.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for participants, answering questions about classes, schedules, materials, and available resources.
• Support classroom operations by preparing and distributing materials and supplies.
• Assist with the planning and coordination of graduation ceremonies, orientations, and other ESOL program events.
• Provide general administrative support and other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED