Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Washington Headquarters

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