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Instructor of English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)
Instructor of English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)
Have you always wanted to teach? Do you have a passion for helping others succeed? Become an English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Instructor and help to open opportunities and increase the confidence of adult non-English speakers. No prior teaching experience necessary!
Catholic Charities Immigrant Support Services system of integrated services uses a holistic approach to address our clients’ needs by providing wrap around social services, employment supportive services, and education and training programs in the communities of DC and Gaithersburg. As an ESOL Instructor, you will teach beginner to intermediate level English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) courses for adults based on Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) standards. Catholic Charities will provide you with training on how to deliver ESOL lessons and keep a record of student attendance.
We are looking for both in person and virtual teachers to start in September. As a volunteer, you will teach 2 to 4 days a week depending on your availability and in-person or virtually over Zoom. See the full list of skills, requirements, and characteristics below to get started and apply today!
The ESOL Instructor Volunteers will be responsible for:
- Teaching an existing curriculum on day-to-day English
- Preparing to deliver lessons from Step-Forward series
- Attending trainings
- Keeping records of student attendance
Desired Skills, Experience & Characteristics:
- Willingness to learn how to deliver lessons
- Able to connect with learners
- Basic understanding of Microsoft Office Suite and internet skills (e.g. Google, Zoom)
Qualifications:
- Willingness to work with the immigrant community
- fluent in English
- Willing to volunteer in person at a location in Montgomery County, MD
Volunteer Benefits:
- Improved communication skills and teaching abilities
- An opportunity to meet people from all walks of life
Support:
- Participate in Catholic Charities Volunteer Orientation
- Receive program-specific training at the SCC Gaithersburg office
- Receive training, supervision and support throughout the duration of session
- Have staff supervision onsite (for in person teachers) or virtually (for virtual teachers)
Time Commitment:
- Volunteers commit to teach classes 2 or 4 days a week for 12 weeks.
- 12-week sessions are conducted:
- January - March
- April - June
- July (5-week mini-session)
- September - December
- Volunteer training in ESOL instruction occurs in 2-hour sessions (6:30PM-8:30PM) for 2-days scheduled the week before the sessions begin.
Location & Schedule:
- virtually, Mondays - Thursdays, 6:30PM-8:30PM
- in-person, Mondays - Thursdays, 6:30PM-8:30PM @ St. Catherine Laboure Parish in Wheaton
- in-person, Saturdays, 9:30AM-12:30PM @ St Martin of Tours Parish in Gaithersburg
- in-person, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6:30PM-8:30PM @ Gaithersburg Library
- Parking is available in front of the facilities
Next Steps:
- Complete the application at the green button to the right
- Talk with Catholic Charities staff member about the role to match expectations
- Complete the required screening: criminal history check (not disqualifying)
- Attend orientation
- Attend ESOL Instructor Training
- Schedule your service
Men’s Shelter Hospitality Volunteer
Men’s Shelter Hospitality Volunteer
Catholic Charities low-barrier shelters offer emergency housing to men over the age of 18. The Shelters are open from 5:00 PM to 9:00 AM and offer a hot dinner, access to case management, showers, and a bed each night.
Shelter Hospitality Volunteers will assist staff and greet the men as they enter the Shelter in the evenings. The presence of these volunteers affirms the dignity of the men who stay at the Shelter and enables the staff to move around the Shelter and help people get settled.
Activities of Shelter Hospitality volunteers at the direction of staff will:
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Greet the men who stay at the Shelter
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Serve dinner
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Distribute sheets
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Distribute mail
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Organize other volunteers to engage with the people for evening pastimes, such as board games, puzzles, drawing, seasonal crafts, etc.
Desired Skills, Experience & Characteristics:
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A warm smile
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Ability to operate in a hectic environment
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Ability to initiate activities and engage with people at the shelter
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Ability to provide a sense of accompaniment and support for the people at the shelter
Qualifications:
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Volunteers must be at least 18 years of age
Volunteer Benefits:
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Volunteers will gain a clearer understanding of homelessness in our community
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Volunteers will have an opportunity to meet new people from all walks of life
Support:
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Volunteers will participate in Catholic Charities Volunteer Orientation
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Volunteers will receive on-site training at their assigned shelter
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Volunteers will have on-site supervision from shelter staff
Time Commitment:
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Volunteers will serve for approximately 2 hours, once a week
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Volunteers will consistently serve on the same day of the week (e.g. every Monday)
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Volunteers can serve any evening of the week, between the hours of 5:00 PM and 9:00 PM
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Volunteers will serve for at least 6 months
Location:
Volunteers serve at one of the following locations:
New York Avenue Men’s Shelter 1355 New York Ave NE, Washington, DC 20002
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Street parking is available in the area and there is a parking lot is located at the MOM’s Organic Market 2 blocks from the shelter
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The Shelter is a 1.3 mile walk from the NoMa-Gallaudet U Metro Station (Red Line)
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The Shelter Is accessible by the E2 bus from Fort Totten and the D4 bus from Franklin Square
Adam’s Place Men’s Shelter, 2210 Adam’s Place NE, Washington DC 20018
801 E Men’s Shelter, 2700 Martin Luther King Jr Ave SE Washington DC 20032
Staff Point of Contact
New York Ave Men’s Shelter – Larry Gooch, Yvette Day
Adam’s Place Men’s Shelter – Devenn Johnson, La Rue Bulluck
801 E Men’s Shelter – Paola Flores, Crystal Edmons
Next Steps:
- Complete the application at the green button to the right
- Have a brief, informal Get to Know You conversation with Catholic Charities Volunteer Office staff member
- Talk with the staff liaison for this role to match mutual expectations
- Complete the required screening, e.g., criminal history check (not disqualifying)
- Attend volunteer orientation
- Schedule your service
Women’s Shelter Hospitality Volunteer
Women’s Shelter Hospitality Volunteer
Catholic Charities low-barrier shelters offer emergency housing to women over the age of 18. The Shelters are open from 5:00 PM to 9:00 AM and offer a hot dinner, access to case management, showers, feminine toiletries, and a bed each night.
Women's Shelter Hospitality Volunteers will assist staff and greet the women as they enter the Shelter in the evenings. The presence of these volunteers affirms the dignity of the women who stay at the Shelter and enables the staff to move around the Shelter and help people get settled.
Activities of Shelter Hospitality volunteers at the direction of staff will:
- Greet the women who stay at the Shelter
- Serve dinner
- Distribute sheets
- Distribute mail
- Organize other volunteers to engage with the people for evening pastimes, such as board games, puzzles, drawing, seasonal crafts, etc.
Desired Skills, Experience & Characteristics:
- A warm smile
- Ability to operate in a hectic environment
- Ability to initiate activities and engage with people at the shelter
- Ability to provide a sense of accompaniment and support for the people at the shelter
Qualifications:
- Volunteers must be at least 18 years of age
Volunteer Benefits:
- Volunteers will gain a clearer understanding of homelessness in our community
- Volunteers will have an opportunity to meet new people from all walks of life
Support:
- Volunteers will participate in Catholic Charities Volunteer Orientation
- Volunteers will receive on-site training at their assigned shelter
- Volunteers will have on-site supervision from shelter staff
Time Commitment:
The Shelter Manger and the Volunteers will set up a mutually acceptable schedule that meets the following criteria:
- Volunteers will serve for approximately 2 hours, once a week
- Volunteers will consistently serve on the same day of the week (e.g. every Monday)
- Volunteers can serve any evening of the week, between the hours of 5:00 PM and 9:00 PM
- Volunteers will serve for at least 6 months
Location:
Volunteers serve at one of the following locations:
Harriet Tubman Women’s Shelter 1910 Massachusetts Ave NE Washington DC 20003
St Josephine Bakhita Women’s Shelter 6010 Georgia Ave NW Washington DC 20011
Staff Point of Contact
Kiesha Adams, Shelter Manager
Next Steps:
- Complete the application at the green button to the right
- Have a brief, informal Get to Know You conversation with Catholic Charities Volunteer Office staff member
- Talk with the staff liaison for this role to match mutual expectations
- Complete the required screening, e.g., criminal history check (not disqualifying)
- Attend volunteer orientation
- Schedule your service