EdAdvance is one of Connecticuts six Regional Educational Service Centers (RESCs). EdAdvance is also a partner in the RESC Alliance and works collaboratively with the other RESC groups to support state-wide initiatives.
Mission
EdAdvance exists to promote the success of school districts and their communities.
EdAdvance is redefining what a Regional Education Service Center can be using a systemic approach ï½ grounded in the 3Cs Connection Culture and Customization. Focused on local and regional priorities we are reinvesting the expertise energy and resources of the agency to amplify the benefit of our constituents.
Adult Education Part-Time Evening ESL Teacher
Location: Watertown High School 324 French St Watertown CT
Reports to: Director ofAdult Education
Part-Time: 6:00 - 8:00 PM onMondays & Wednesdays
Salary: $33.10/hour
The position is open until filled - anticipated start date: August 15 2026
Job Description:Provides high-quality English language instruction to adult learners delivering standards-based lessons that promote English proficiency workforce readiness and successful achievement of students educational and personal goals.
Major Responsibilities:
- Plan and deliver instruction aligned with English Language Proficiency (ELP)standards.
- Create a positive learning environment that is supportive and safe for all learners
- Use a variety of instructional strategies to engage learners and develop sound foundational skills and transferable speaking &literacy skills
Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
- Sensitive to the needs of adult learners aged 18
- Knowledge of a wide variety of strategies and linguistic supports to support instruction
- Ability to use classroom technology such as a laptop projector and interactive board to enhance instruction
Qualifications/Requirements:
- CT Certification #088 (Non-English Speaking Adults) isrequired.
- A bachelors degree is required; Bachelors or Masters degree in education is preferred
- Demonstrated ability to work well with people from many different backgrounds and cultures
- Experience teaching adult learners who speak multiple languages
- Attuned to the specific learning needs of adult students.
Application Procedure:
Applications should be submitted for consideration by visiting EdAdvances employment page at and click on the button next to the job posting of interest.
EdAdvance does not discriminate in any of its programs activities or employment practices on the basis of race color national origin ancestry sex religion age sexual orientation gender identity or expression disability veteran marital or familial status pregnancy genetic information or status as a domestic violence victim (along with any other classification protected by law). EdAdvance further provides equal access to the Boy Scouts Girl Scouts and all other designated youth groups.To file a complaint of discrimination write Director Office of Civil Rights U.S. Department of Education Washington DC 20250-9410 or the Connecticut Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities 450 Columbus Boulevard Hartford CT 06103. Any person having inquiries concerning EdAdvances compliance with its nondiscrimination policies and procedures including compliance with Section 504 Title VI or Title IX should contact:
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state law we provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. Applicants requiring an accommodation to complete the application or interview process should contact Human Resources.