Join the Team at ILSR!

Positions currently available:​​​

 

Professional Development Instructors

Part-Time

 

The Institute for Labor Studies and Research, Cranston, RI, is seeking experienced Instructors to provide instruction for on-demand professional development workshops. These individuals will deliver classroom instruction empowering participants to learn skills they can transfer to the workplace and everyday life.

 

Instruction needed is for:

  Psychology: Human Behavior

  Psycholog:   Leadership

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Responsibilities:

• Create curriculum syllabus (unless otherwise provided by ILSR), class material and content focused assessments

• Provide effective/interactive lessons – focus on facilitating positive student engagement and participation

• Prepare and manage classroom materials (PowerPoint presentations, handouts, surveys, exams, etc.)

• Report Participant Attendance

• Proficiency in ZOOM video conferencing

• Personal vehicle access for travel to offsite locations for in-person instruction

• Workshops are primarily held Monday – Friday during the day, some evenings

 

Experience Required:

• 5-years or more educational instruction with adult students

• Prior videoconferencing instruction

 

Education:

• Masters Preferred

 

Work Locations:

• Remote/ ZOOM

• In-person at the Institute or an Organization’s training facility

 

Hours per week:

• Varies

• No guarantee as classes are on demand, up to 10 hours

 

Hourly wage:

• $70 per hour

 

The Institute for Labor Studies & Research provides education and training that enables working Rhode Islanders and the labor movement to have a stronger voice in the workplace and to create a more just and equitable society.

 

To apply: Please submit a resume and cover letter to Denise Cesino, dcesino@riilsr.org

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Job Title: ESOL Enrollment Coordinator.

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Job Description: The ESOL Enrollment Coordinator plays an important role in the program as the first staff member who prospective students interface with when they call to inquire about classes. They are also staff who maintain communication with learners throughout their time in the program, refer them to other agencies or programs according to their needs and goals, coordinates material and technology pick up/drop off, and provides individualized, multilingual tech support for remote learning.

 

Requirements:

• Bilingual or multilingual (Spanish and/or Portuguese preferred)

• Experience working with diverse, multicultural populations

• Enthusiasm for working with adult English Language Learners

• Strong interpersonal and active listening skills

• Organizational, planning, and time management skills

• Ability to identify adult learners’ needs and support participants to persist in learning

• Proficiency in using online platforms including Google Workspace, Email, and Zoom

• Proficiency in using MS Office (Word and Excel)

  ●   CASAS proctor trained

 

Responsibilities include:

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• Recruit learners by designing and distributing promotional materials to agency partners and in the community and maintaining social media pages.

• Field calls from prospective students, providing relevant information about how to enroll in classes and answering all questions.

• Manage the waitlist of interested prospective students (system in place)

• Organize the logistics of registration sessions and new student orientations.

• Add new and returning students to the roster

• Proctor all CASAS assessments and record scores.

• Refer learners to other agencies and programs for services, as appropriate.

• Create class roster spreadsheets for internal attendance record keeping.

• Manage all program communications with students, including announcements, reminders by email and text message.

• Collect and register payments from the students on the roster.

• Call students who missed one week of class to plan how the program can support their return to classes.

• Attend monthly ESOL staff meetings and ILSR meetings.

• Participate in training/Professional Development opportunities related to intake, enrollment, assessment, and student support services

• Organization – wide duties.

 

Hourly wage:

• $25 per hour

 

Hours per week:

• 20 hours per wek.

• Evenings and Saturday.

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Job title: Citizenship Instructor

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Job description:  ILSR is seeking a dedicated Citizenship Instructor to prepare individuals for the U.S. citizenship test. The Citizenship instructor will provide classes on U.S. history, government, civic principles, and the naturalization process. The Citizenship Instructor’s role is to prepare students with the knowledge and skills needed to pass the U.S. citizenship test and interview.

 

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Citizenship Instructor or similar role.

• Excellent knowledge of U.S. history, government, and civic principles.

• Bilingual or multilingual (Spanish and/or Portuguese preferred).

• Experience working with diverse, multicultural populations.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Proficiency in using online platforms including Google Workspace, Email, and Zoom.

• Proficiency in using MS Office (Word and Excel).

• Organizational, planning, and time management skills.

• Bachelor’s degree in education, Social Sciences, or related field.

 

Responsibilities include:

• Plan, prepare, and deliver lessons on U.S. history, government, and civic principles.

• Monitor students’ progress and adjust teaching methods to meet their needs.

• Assist students in understanding and completing the naturalization application.

• Prepare students for the U.S. citizenship interview.

• Maintain records of students’ attendance and progress.

• Create a positive, inclusive learning environment that respects diversity.

• Stay updated on changes in immigration policies and procedures.

 

Classes in-person on Monday and Wednesday evenings (6 – 8 pm) at the Pawtucket Public Library.

 

Hourly rate: $26.00

 

Application Instructions: Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your qualifications and experience to Margarita Martinez, ESOL Director, mmartinez@riilsr.org

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ILSR mission: The Institute for Labor Studies & Research (ILSR) provides education and training that enables working Rhode Islanders and the labor movement to have a stronger voice in the workplace, to participate more effectively in the changing global economy, and to create a more just and equitable society.

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The Institute for Labor Studies and Research (ILSR) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The organization does not discriminate against an employee or applicant for employment or opportunities for employment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, age or country of ancestral origin. ILSR celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.