Marin County
Overview
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ESL Instructor
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County of Marin . Position details and status may be found in the posting; this description provides responsibilities, qualifications, and benefits information. About The Organization
The Marin County Free Library (MCFL) is a special taxing district that operates ten branch libraries in Marin under the authority of the Board of Supervisors. It provides public library services to residents of the unincorporated areas of the County and the cities of Corte Madera, Fairfax and Novato. MCFL is committed to racial equity and the inclusion of diverse perspectives in decision making. About The Position
With minimal supervision, the ESL Instructor plans and teaches noncredit English as a Second Language (ESL) classes to adults in the community who want to improve their English to work toward educational and career goals, succeed on the job, and participate as active community members. Classes are offered in person in West Marin (Tomales and Bolinas) and South Novato. Typical Duties
Preparing and grading all class assignments and examinations. Advising, assisting, and evaluating students and learning outcomes. Participating in program activities, including curriculum and program planning, development, evaluation, and decision making, as well as the development of new teaching-learning methods and materials. Schedule/Hours
The positions in South Novato are on Tuesday and Wednesday, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM. The positions in Bolinas or Tomales are Tuesday 8:30 AM – 10:30 AM and Wednesday 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM or 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM. About You
The ideal candidate feels comfortable with course and curriculum development. They have experience creating lesson plans for adult learners, goal setting, and tracking program outcomes. The candidate should be familiar with teaching and learning theory, community outreach and equity work, and comfortable teaching in person in rural communities and online via Zoom. The candidate utilizes multi-sensory methods and cultural competency to engage differences in learning styles and abilities. Ability to speak Spanish is highly desirable. Minimum Qualifications
Equivalent to two years of experience teaching English as a Second Language. Completion of a TESOL (Teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages) Certificate program, or completion of 30 semester units in a closely related subject may be substituted for the experience to a maximum of one year. Special Requirements
The successful candidate will be required to successfully complete a background investigation. Bilingual Testing/Certification
To be eligible for a bilingual differential, the successful candidate must possess bilingual skills and must demonstrate proficiency in both Spanish and English prior to appointment. A bilingual proficiency exam will be administered to ensure the candidate possesses the appropriate skill level to meet the requirements. Important Information
All applicants will receive email notifications regarding their status in the recruitment process. Please check your spam settings to allow our emails to reach you. You may also log into your governmentjobs.com account to view these emails. The filing deadline for this position is open and continuous; applicants are encouraged to apply early as the posting could close at any time. Testing and Eligible List:
Depending on the number of qualified applications received, the examination may include review, application screening, online assessment, written examination, oral examination, performance examination, or any combination to determine which candidates’ names will be placed on the eligible list. The eligible list may be used to fill current and future vacancies for open, fixed-term, full-time, or part-time positions while the list remains active. Disaster Service Workers:
All County of Marin employees are designated Disaster Service Workers. Employment requires affirmation of a loyalty oath and completion of related training, with the possibility to be ordered back to work in an emergency. Equal Employment Opportunity Employer:
For questions regarding equal employment opportunities, contact the Equal Employment Opportunity Director. For questions concerning this position, contact the appropriate HR representative. Benefits
and other information: The benefits described herein do not apply to temporary or part-time employees working less than 50%. See the County Benefits page for details on paid time off, health plans, retirement, IRS 457 plans, retiree medical, and other benefits. Specific questions may be directed to Human Resources or the Benefits Division. Location and Related Questions:
Please indicate which location you are interested in (South Novato, Bolinas or Tomales, All of the Above). Other
Note: The posting includes additional job postings and related opportunities; this description focuses on the ESL Instructor role at the County of Marin.
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Join to apply for the
ESL Instructor
role at
County of Marin . Position details and status may be found in the posting; this description provides responsibilities, qualifications, and benefits information. About The Organization
The Marin County Free Library (MCFL) is a special taxing district that operates ten branch libraries in Marin under the authority of the Board of Supervisors. It provides public library services to residents of the unincorporated areas of the County and the cities of Corte Madera, Fairfax and Novato. MCFL is committed to racial equity and the inclusion of diverse perspectives in decision making. About The Position
With minimal supervision, the ESL Instructor plans and teaches noncredit English as a Second Language (ESL) classes to adults in the community who want to improve their English to work toward educational and career goals, succeed on the job, and participate as active community members. Classes are offered in person in West Marin (Tomales and Bolinas) and South Novato. Typical Duties
Preparing and grading all class assignments and examinations. Advising, assisting, and evaluating students and learning outcomes. Participating in program activities, including curriculum and program planning, development, evaluation, and decision making, as well as the development of new teaching-learning methods and materials. Schedule/Hours
The positions in South Novato are on Tuesday and Wednesday, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM. The positions in Bolinas or Tomales are Tuesday 8:30 AM – 10:30 AM and Wednesday 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM or 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM. About You
The ideal candidate feels comfortable with course and curriculum development. They have experience creating lesson plans for adult learners, goal setting, and tracking program outcomes. The candidate should be familiar with teaching and learning theory, community outreach and equity work, and comfortable teaching in person in rural communities and online via Zoom. The candidate utilizes multi-sensory methods and cultural competency to engage differences in learning styles and abilities. Ability to speak Spanish is highly desirable. Minimum Qualifications
Equivalent to two years of experience teaching English as a Second Language. Completion of a TESOL (Teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages) Certificate program, or completion of 30 semester units in a closely related subject may be substituted for the experience to a maximum of one year. Special Requirements
The successful candidate will be required to successfully complete a background investigation. Bilingual Testing/Certification
To be eligible for a bilingual differential, the successful candidate must possess bilingual skills and must demonstrate proficiency in both Spanish and English prior to appointment. A bilingual proficiency exam will be administered to ensure the candidate possesses the appropriate skill level to meet the requirements. Important Information
All applicants will receive email notifications regarding their status in the recruitment process. Please check your spam settings to allow our emails to reach you. You may also log into your governmentjobs.com account to view these emails. The filing deadline for this position is open and continuous; applicants are encouraged to apply early as the posting could close at any time. Testing and Eligible List:
Depending on the number of qualified applications received, the examination may include review, application screening, online assessment, written examination, oral examination, performance examination, or any combination to determine which candidates’ names will be placed on the eligible list. The eligible list may be used to fill current and future vacancies for open, fixed-term, full-time, or part-time positions while the list remains active. Disaster Service Workers:
All County of Marin employees are designated Disaster Service Workers. Employment requires affirmation of a loyalty oath and completion of related training, with the possibility to be ordered back to work in an emergency. Equal Employment Opportunity Employer:
For questions regarding equal employment opportunities, contact the Equal Employment Opportunity Director. For questions concerning this position, contact the appropriate HR representative. Benefits
and other information: The benefits described herein do not apply to temporary or part-time employees working less than 50%. See the County Benefits page for details on paid time off, health plans, retirement, IRS 457 plans, retiree medical, and other benefits. Specific questions may be directed to Human Resources or the Benefits Division. Location and Related Questions:
Please indicate which location you are interested in (South Novato, Bolinas or Tomales, All of the Above). Other
Note: The posting includes additional job postings and related opportunities; this description focuses on the ESL Instructor role at the County of Marin.
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