ESL Instructor (Part-Time, Online)

October 14, 2026

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JESL Instructor (Part-Time, Online)

Organization: Amaanah Services

Location: Remote (Online)

Position Type: Part-time, stipend-based

Compensation: $1,000 per month

Schedule: 3 classes per week, 90 minutes per class (12 classes per month)

About Amaanah Services

Amaanah Services is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting marginalized communities through education, empowerment, and workforce development. We work to create opportunities that help individuals and families build stability, confidence, and independence.

We are seeking a dedicated and engaging ESL Instructor to lead online English classes for members of Houston's refugee community. The instructor will help adult learners strengthen their English skills and build confidence in communicating in everyday situations.

Position Overview The ESL Instructor will facilitate three online classes per week using a curriculum provided by Amaanah Services. The instructor will create a welcoming, supportive, and interactive learning environment that encourages participation and accommodates learners with varying levels of English proficiency.

The instructor will also be responsible for tracking attendance and administering pre-, mid-, and post-assessments to monitor student progress.

Experience with BurlingtonEnglish is highly recommended. Familiarity with the platform and its instructional resources is a significant advantage.

Key Responsibilities

Facilitate 12 online ESL classes per month, each lasting 90 minutes.
Deliver lessons using the curriculum and instructional materials provided by Amaanah Services.
Create an engaging, inclusive, and supportive learning environment for adult refugee learners.
Incorporate speaking, listening, reading, and writing activities into instruction.
Encourage student participation and practical English communication.
Track and submit student attendance for every class.
Administer pre-, mid-, and post-assessments to measure student progress.
Monitor student participation and identify learning challenges.
Submit brief monthly updates on attendance, participation, and student progress.
Communicate with Amaanah Services regarding class needs and student engagement.

Qualifications

Experience teaching ESL, adult education, or English language learners.
Strong communication and classroom facilitation skills.
Ability to engage students with diverse cultural and educational backgrounds.
Comfortable teaching in an online environment.
Reliable internet access and proficiency with virtual meeting platforms.
Strong organizational skills, including attendance tracking and assessment administration.
Commitment to supporting refugee communities and adult learners.

Highly Recommended:

Experience using BurlingtonEnglish.
Familiarity with BurlingtonEnglish lessons, activities, and student progress tools.
Experience teaching adult refugee or immigrant learners.

Compensation and Schedule

Monthly stipend: $1,000.
Teaching commitment: 12 classes per month.
Class length: 90 minutes.
Frequency: 3 classes per week.
Format: Online.
Curriculum and instructional materials will be provided by Amaanah Services.

The stipend includes instruction, attendance tracking, administration of three assessments, and brief monthly reporting.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume and a brief introduction outlining their ESL teaching experience. Please include any experience with BurlingtonEnglish.

Email: christina@amaanahservices.org

Subject line: ESL Instructor Application

Amaanah Services is committed to creating a welcoming and supportive learning environment for the communities we serve.

Pay: $1,000.00 per month

Work Location: Remote

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