ESL/Literacy Advisor

Are you passionate about language education and literacy? Do you enjoy working with diverse communities and empowering individuals through learning? If so, we want you to join our team!

About the Role:

As an ESL/Literacy Advisor, you will play a vital role in assisting adult learners and coordinating a dedicated team of volunteers. Your work will promote literacy and language skills, helping individuals navigate daily life in the U.S. You’ll conduct language assessments, lead tutoring sessions, and facilitate programs that support English language learners in our community.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assess adult learners’ language skills through interviews and structured tests.
• Conduct individual and group tutoring on English language use, U.S. culture, and citizenship.
• Support volunteers in delivering literacy services.
• Lead programs that enhance language learning.
• Assist with administrative tasks such as scheduling, reporting, and managing educational software.
• Provide guidance on available library and community resources.

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience: Teaching/tutoring experience or a demonstrated ability to support literacy and language learners.
• Skills & Qualities:
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Empathy and cultural awareness.
  • Familiarity with Adult Basic Education (ABE) or working with adult English Language Learners (ELL) is a plus.
  • Experience living or working outside the U.S. is a plus.

Why Join Us?

• Work in a collaborative and supportive environment.
• Make a meaningful impact in the lives of adult learners.
• Engage with a diverse community and foster inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility.

Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree in TESOL, English, Linguistics, Education, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

Hours and Scheduling: Part-time, average of 20 hours per week. Weekday evening availability and two Saturdays per month are required. 

Benefits: Benefits include two weeks of vacation plus sick and personal leave, 7 paid holidays, participation in Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF) pension plan and availability of Roth/457 savings plan and other optional benefits such as pet insurance & identity theft protection.