ESL / Civics Instructor (Independent Contractor)

Erie Neighborhood House is seeking a dedicated and qualified ESL / Civics Instructor to join our Adult Education and Training team as an independent contractor for the upcoming FY27 session. The ideal candidate will provide high-quality English as a Second Language (ESL) and Civics instruction to adult learners, fostering an engaging and supportive environment that promotes language acquisition and civic knowledge.

Position Responsibilities 

Instruction & Lesson Management

• Curriculum Delivery: Prepare comprehensive lesson plans and deliver ESL/Civics instruction tailored to Spanish speakers, adult learners.
• Class Schedule: Conduct 3-hour classes according to assigned shifts. Classes are held Monday through Thursday during the following intervals:
• Morning Session: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM 
• Evening Session: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
• Attendance & Reliability: Maintain strict adherence to the teaching schedule. In the event of an unavoidable absence, the contractor must notify the Adult Education and Training Program Manager as soon as possible.

Administrative Compliance & Data Tracking

To ensure program compliance and facilitate prompt payment processing, the contractor is responsible for collecting, maintaining, and delivering the following program materials:

• Student Intake: Complete intake forms for every student enrolled in the assigned group(s).
• Attendance Tracking: Maintain daily student attendance sheets, ensuring student initials are collected for each day present.
• Testing & Assessment: Administer and record individual student Pre-test and Post-test score-sheets.
• Evaluations: Collect completed class evaluations from each participating student.
• Time Tracking: Submit accurate Instructor Time Sheets utilizing the format provided by Erie Neighborhood House.

Professional Development

Attend mandatory training sessions and teacher meetings as requested by the agency to further professional development.

 
Qualifications

• Prior experience teaching ESL and/or Civics to adult student populations.
• Strong organizational skills with a demonstrated ability to manage rigorous student compliance documentation and testing data.
• Excellent communication skills and cultural sensitivity.
• Ability to commit fully to the session dates (07/6/2026 – 12/10/2026) and the designated Monday–Thursday class times.

Erie Neighborhood House is dedicated to creating a workforce that promotes and supports diversity and inclusion. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals without discrimination. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact us at Show email.

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MUST BE A MEMBER OF AFSCME OR JOIN AFTER 30 DAYS

ERIE NEIGHBORHOOD HOUSE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

ACCREDITED BY NAEYC & NATIONAL AFTER SCHOOL ASSOCIATION

RECOGNIZED BY DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE; 

UNITED WAY MEMBER

Since 1870, Erie Neighborhood House has provided the most comprehensive support immigrant and low-income families in Chicago need to thrive and has constantly evolved to meet their needs. Today, Erie House is a modern social services nonprofit with programming and resources for children & youth, mental health & community wellness, adult education & training, legal services, and more.