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Lawrence Public Schools Adult Learning Center Part Time Evening ESOL Educator About Lawrence Public Schools and the Adult Learning Center: Lawrence Public Schools is an urban district serving more than 13000 students the majority of whom are economically disadvantaged. More than 70% of our students speak a language other than English as their first language. The Lawrence Public Schools - Adult Learning Center has provided free Adult Basic Education and ESOL classes to the citizens of Lawrence MA and the surrounding communities for more than 50 years. The ALC provides high quality educational services to 500 600 students per year who desire to develop: English language literacy numeracy and technology skills for further education job training and better employment. We also provide instruction in civics to help prepare students to pass the USCIS Citizenship Exam. The Vision of the Lawrence Public Schools - Adult Learning Center is to ensure that all English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) and Adult Basic Education (ABE) students achieve the learning goals they have set upon entry into our program. By improving students skills in the areas of academics language technology and workforce development we will increase their opportunities to enter college to obtain an industry-recognized credential to expand their career choices to enjoy a family-sustaining wage and to become effective citizens of their the PT ESOL Position: The ALC ESOL Educator will work Monday and Wednesday or Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 5:45-8:45 pm. The educator will also help adult learners improve their ability to communicate using technology mathematical skills; and to acquire an understanding of the American system of government individual freedom and responsible citizenship. The ESOL Educator will provide students with high quality evidenced and standards-based instruction that is student-centered includes appropriate supports and necessary to: Principal of the Adult Learning Center. The educator will work collaboratively with advisors facilitators other ALC educators clerks and support staff as well as the Schools Leadership will include but not be limited to the following: Teach reinforce remediate and ensure mastery of academic skills & content with individual students small groups of students and whole class of students in the development of language acquisition skills;Plan prepare and deliver instructional activities that facilitate active learning experiences and meet the College and Career Readiness Standards for Adult Education and the Massachusetts English Language Proficiency Standards for Adult Education;Establish and communicate clear learning objectives for all learning activities;Use digital technology to provide engaging remote and or asynchronous instruction;Evaluate students progress regularly and provide timely feedback consistent with course goals and objectives; Support the Advisory Curriculum and students academic and career goals;Design and implement assessments that measure progress towards academic standards; Submit lesson plans electronically on a weekly basis that contain the components of an effective lesson;Use assessment data to refine curriculum and modify instructional practices; Communicate effectively consistently and professionally with students and colleagues; Provide support accommodations and attention to all students; Maintain and update all necessary records accurately and completely including attendance as required by ALC - ABE program and ACLS; Manage adult learners group dynamics by establishing and enforcing rules norms procedures & routines; Maintain classroom and school wide discipline in accordance with the rules contained in the ALC Student Handbook and communicate serious infractions to the principal or advisors immediately;Participate in school and community events such as seminars field trips community forums weekly ALC staff meetings professional development opportunities and end of the year ceremonies including graduation;Keep current with developments in subject area teaching resources and methods and make relevant changes to instructional plans and activities relative to the teaching of adult learners;Engage in ongoing professional learning related to adult education language acquisition SEL through SABES and other providers;Comply with school district city and statewide policies regulations and laws;Adhere to rules of student confidentiality;Complete other duties as Competencies: Knowledge: Experience within the field of Adult Basic Education and ESOL programs;Sound foundation in adult learning theory & second language learning;Demonstrated proficiency using digital literacy tools Google Classroom Microsoft Office Suite;Knowledge of MA-DESE-ACLS program guidelines/assessment policies and CCRSAE & MA-ELPS;Strong understanding in AE/ESOL assessments: BEST Plus TABE Locator etc.;Experience with SABES professional development Abilities:Proficient with digital technology including Google Classroom for in-person and remote instructionProfessionalism in all areas of practice and in all interactions with students & staff;Commitment to the vision of the Lawrence Public Schools Adult Learning Center;Proven history of successful collaboration; Flexible adaptable humble with a growth mindset;Possess and model high standards for self and students;Set rigorous goals focused on instruction assessment and professional learning; Solutions-based approach to dealing with identified needs problems and or conflict;Willingness to take initiative and succeed in a fast-paced classroom/ school environment while remaining calm and focused when faced with unexpected challenges; Commitment to embrace diversity equity and inclusion and dignity of all human beings;Qualifications: Valid Massachusetts Teaching License required in ESL or ABE with strong background in second language acquisition; Bachelors Degree Required/ Masters Degree preferred;Bilingual preferred;At least three (3) years experience teaching adults preferably ABE or ESOL;Current Authorization to work in the United States. Salary: $30.00 $35.00 per hour no benefits employment is temporary to include the 2025-2026 school year. How to Apply: Please apply for positions in Lawrence Public Schools by visiting our website or on School Spring.