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Des Moines, IA, USA | Immigrant and Refugee Community Services | Occasional

We are seeking compassionate, culturally responsive Substitute Teachers to support our Adult English Language Learner (ELL) classes serving immigrant and refugee communities. As a substitute, you will provide instruction based on prepared lesson plans or adapt materials as needed to maintain a supportive, inclusive, and engaging learning environment. Your role is essential in helping adult learners develop practical English language skills for everyday life, work, and community integration.

This is an on-call substitute position. Days and times vary based on program needs. Classes may be scheduled in the mornings, afternoons, or evenings, either in-person or virtually (if applicable).

What You'll Do

+ Deliver English language instruction to adult learners at varying proficiency levels (Pre-literacy to Advanced), using provided lesson plans or approved curriculum materials.

+ Foster a welcoming, respectful, and inclusive classroom environment that reflects the diverse cultural backgrounds of students.

+ Support learners in developing skills in speaking, listening, reading, and writing English for real-life contexts such as employment, healthcare, transportation, and civic engagement.

+ Manage classroom dynamics effectively, ensuring student participation and engagement.

+ Communicate with program staff regarding student progress, classroom needs, and any concerns that arise during your teaching assignment.

+ Maintain accurate attendance records and follow program procedures.

What You'll Need

+ Cultural sensitivity and an understanding of the immigrant and refugee experience.

+ Strong communication skills and classroom management abilities.

+ Ability to adapt instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners with varying English proficiency levels.

+ High school diploma or equivalent (some positions may require a bachelor's degree or TESOL certification).

Preferred:

+ Bachelor's degree in Education, TESOL, Linguistics, or related field.

+ Experience teaching or tutoring ELL/ESL students, preferably in adult education settings.

+ TESOL/TEFL certification or adult education credential.

+ Bilingual or multilingual skills.

+ Prior experience working with refugee or immigrant populations.

At LSI, competitive compensation goes far beyond an hourly rate. For eligible employees, LSI pays for a portion of employee health premiums, offers a monthly wellness discount on health insurance premiums, and contributes to your health savings account each pay check. LSI will reimburse you for mileage, offer a 401k match contribution, and provide ongoing professional development training. In addition LSI offers a generous paid time off package. As a non-profit employer many employees also can qualify for student loan forgiveness programs.

It's their life. It's your career.

Make a difference in both at LSI!

This position requires a valid driver's license, auto insurance, a good driving record and the ability to pass an extensive background check including checks of the Dependent Adult and Child Abuse registries, Sex Offender registry and a criminal history check.