Employment & Internships

Position: English Language Teacher

Status: 10-15 hours per week, in person

Location: WALC Learning Center

Compensation: $15 per hour

Reports to: Education Programs Coordinator/Lead Teacher

Who We Are: Winnebago Area Literacy Council (WALC) develops and provides free learner-centered adult literacy services since 1989. Based in Oshkosh, WI, designated as a refugee resettlement city, we primarily serve newcomers in the Winnebago area. We currently offer a total of ten different English language learning communities/approximately 150 learners per week. We currently have three different learning sites: ELL classes at downtown Learning Center; Women & Children Classes at St. Andrew Church; as well as workplace literacy classes at Amcor and 4imprint in Oshkosh.

GENERAL SUMMARY: The English Language Teacher will teach two to three classes per week at the WALC Learning Center. Each learner group meets twice per week. Our English classes take place from Monday through Thursday, from 9:30 am to 2 pm. We are currently looking to teach a teacher for the afternoon classes from 12:30 pm to 2 pm.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBLITIES:

• Teach English to leaners of other languages
• Adapt WALC’s curriculum to meet specific learner group
• Assist Education Programs Coordinator with collecting appropriate data for attendance and assessment report
• Attend teacher meetings as required by Education Programs Coordinator

A GOOD FIT FOR THIS ROLE HAS/IS:

• An interest and/or experience with teaching a group of 5-15 learners
• Must be available from 12 pm to 2 pm on Monday through Thursday
• Passion and enthusiasm to support immigrant and English as a Second Language community members

Candidates from underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.

‍Research shows that qualified individuals who identity as women, Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC) are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. WALC welcomes and encourages all individuals who meet the “Required Qualifications” to apply if they believe they have the skills necessary to thrive in this role even if they do not have all of the “Desired Qualifications.”

Compensation:

This is a part time (10-15 hours) position with an hourly pay of $15. In addition to class time (each class lasts 90 minutes), WALC also compensates the teacher for prep time.

How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter outlining their qualifications and interest in the position to info@winlit.org. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

JOB TITLE: Early Childhood TESOL Education Intern

DATE: Spring 2025

Who We Are: Winnebago Area Literacy Council (WALC) develops and provides free learner-centered adult literacy services since 1989. Based in Oshkosh, WI, designated as a refugee resettlement city, we primarily serve newcomers in the Winnebago area. We currently offer a total of ten different English language learning communities/approximately 150 learners per week. We currently have three different learning sites: ELL classes at downtown Learning Center; Women & Children Classes at St. Andrew Church; as well as workplace literacy classes at Amcor and 4imprint in Oshkosh.

GENERAL SUMMARY: The Early Childhood TESOL Education Intern will assist with the children at WALC Women & Children Program at St. Andrew Church in Oshkosh. This program allows mothers to focus on their learning while their children are cared for by volunteers. We are looking for an intern to assist Women & Children Program Lead in providing enrichment, implement activities, and encourage English speaking among the young children.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBLITIES:

• Assist in children’s class
• Implement English language enrichment activities for children aged 0-5 years
• Collaborate with volunteers in the support of the children

A GOOD FIT FOR THIS ROLE HAS/IS:

• An interest and/or experience with Early Childhood Education
• Current college junior or senior majoring in Childhood Education and/or TESOL Education
• Passion and enthusiasm to support immigrant community members
• Must be available from 12 pm to 2 pm on Tues/Thurs (our Women & Children Classes take place on those days at St. Andrew Church in Oshkosh)

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

• This is an unpaid internship
• This is an in-person internship based in Oshkosh
• We will comply with whatever reports or forms your academic program requires for school credit if needed