Job Description

Kittery Adult and Community Education is seeking an ESOL instructor. The hours are variable based on enrollment 5-10 hours a week providing individual and small class instruction for our Multilingual Learners. Responsibilities: Develops lesson plans and instructional materials for small group instruction in English for skill development, TOEFL test preparation, college /career preparation, and citizenship courses Employ evidence-based instructional practices and academic standards to plan, develop and/or select lesson plans, activities, and curricula Assess individual needs using initial assessments and classroom observations Participate in staff meetings, state and local professional development Collaborate with Student Advisor, Navigator, Directors and Teachers to support to Individual Learning Plans Manage in person and remote classrooms with varying abilities. Requirements: Shows understanding of the language acquisition process, adult learning principles and use of print and digital curriculum. Sensitive to cultural backgrounds and identities Ability to support translation tools for clear communication and translanguaging practices The ideal candidates for this position may have TEFL/TOEFL certification is an internationally recognized professional credential that certifies that an individual is qualified to teach English as a foreign language. Skills in using a digital classroom and web-based learning platforms is valued The candidate must be able to pass a background test through the State of Maine Education Department. Required Application Materials: Completed Applitrack Application Resume Cover Letter A copy of current certifications (if applicable) 3 current letters of reference Letters of reference must be dated, signed and written within the last 3 years Internal candidates may apply in writing to humanresouces@kitteryschools.com Kittery Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Kittery Schools ensure equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed,gender,color, national origin,religion,age,sexual orientation,or disability. Kittery Schools has a policy of active recruitment of qualified minority teachers and non-certified employees. Any individual needing assistance in making an application for any opening should contact the Department of Human Resources.

Welcome to ATX Learning

Horace Mitchell School (K-3), Shapleigh School (4-8), R.W. Traip Academy (9-12) Southern York County ~ Kittery is the primary entry point, via Interstate 95, for vacationland, at the southeastern most corner of the State. Directly east of Portsmouth, New Hampshire, across the Piscataqua River at its entrance to the Atlantic Ocean, Kittery is the oldest Township in Maine (Inc. 1647). It was named after the manor of "Kittery Court" at Kingswear in Devon, England. A four season community with weather moderated by the gulf current influence. Kittery is within an hour's drive of the cultural, sporting and outdoor activities of Boston, Portland, and the White Mountains.