Part-Time Instructor Of English Language For Innovative College-Readiness Program Serving Low-Income Lebanese And Refugee Young Adult Students

Teaching Hours: One class per week (4 hours teaching) for a total of 16 days per semester (64 hours) Days: Fridays and Saturdays  Time: 8h30 AM to 1h30 PM   Key areas of Responsibility Deliver one class of English Language instruction per week from October – January to a section of up to 25 students Support development of communicative fluency in English (speaking, listening, reading, and writing) at CEFR levels A1 through B1 (http://www.coe.int/en/web/common-european-framework-reference-languages/...) Teach grammatical knowledge as appropriate Assigning and grading exercises Giving feedback and communicating effectively with students who are from disadvantaged backgrounds Delivering the material in a technology-enhanced format utilizing online materials prepared specifically for the program Reviewing the curriculum and updating it as per needs of the class or the training Coordinating with AUB faculty supervisor and other section instructor Reporting as required Participating in occasional training and evaluation sessions   Key Characteristics and Qualifications Experience teaching English in a high school (grade 12), university, or training institute (experience teaching students from underprivileged communities would be an added advantage) Relevant academic degree Skilled in engaging learners with diverse previous educational experience utilizing student-centered learning techniques Passionate about working with young people and disadvantaged communities Fluency in English and Arabic is essential Good facilitation and time management skills Strong skills in basic computer applications, previous experience using online resources and technology in the classroom is a plus   Background: The Center for Civic Engagement and Community Service (CCECS) at the American University of Beirut (AUB) will implement a blended college-readiness program that prepares Syrian refugees and vulnerable Lebanese youth for entry into higher education. This eight-month program will provide foundational academic course work in English, Math, Science, and Digital Skills. This project is funded by UK aid from the British people through SPHEIR (Strategic Partnerships for Higher Education Innovation and Reform) in partnership with King’s College London, Al Al Bayt University (Jordan), Kiron Open Higher Education (Germany), and FutureLearn (UK).Seeking Tech Savvy Trainer for Innovative Vocational ProgramFor Low-Income Lebanese and Refugee Young AdultsApplication Deadline: Monday, October 17, 2016How to Apply: Submit a CV and one-paragraph statement of interest in the body of the email and send to purchase@aub.edu.lbTerm of Consultancy: November 1 – December 15, 2016Hours: M—F 8:00-6:00, 2 Saturdays Location: AUBThis is a great opportunity to strengthen the capacity of people in need and improve your own skills through professional development. Local trainers will work closely with trainers from SamaSource – renowned a Silicon Valley tech social enterprise – to implement a successful and innovative IT vocational curriculum for the first time in the Middle East. Key areas of Responsibility