Education Specialist
Quick answer
The International Rescue Committee is hiring an entry-level Education Specialist in Iowa City, IA, USA, paying $21.00 - $22.80 per hour, to facilitate educational services for refugee and immigrant clients.
- Role
- Education Specialist
- Organization
- International Rescue Committee
- Location
- Iowa City, IA, USA
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Entry
- Compensation
- $21.00 - $22.80 per hour
- Category
- Education & Training
The role
The Education Specialist facilitates educational services to enhance integration of refugee and immigrant adult clients and their children. The position involves coordinating and teaching necessary educational classes, as well as facilitating individual tutoring and mentoring services provided by volunteers and interns.
What you'll do
- Educational service coordination
- Facilitate adult education classes
- Administer pre and post assessments
- Pair youth participants with volunteers and interns
- Provide support to tutors and mentors
- Teach established educational classes
What it takes
- High school diploma or equivalent
- TESOL certification and/or experience in TESOL instruction
- Minimum one year of relevant experience working with refugees, immigrants, or other diverse populations
- Fluency in written and spoken English
- Bilingual in client language (Swahili, Arabic, Dari, Pashto, Spanish, French, etc.) preferred
- Cross-cultural understanding and strong communication skills
What you'll bring
How we treat you
10 sick days, 10 US holidays, 20-25 paid time off days, medical insurance starting at $143 per month, dental starting at $6.50 per month, vision starting at $5 per month, FSA for healthcare and commuter costs, 403b retirement savings plans with immediately vested matching, disability & life insurance, Employee Assistance Program
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Iowa City, IA, USA.
What is the compensation?
The compensation is $21.00 - $22.80 per hour.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, TESOL certification, and at least one year of relevant experience working with refugees, immigrants, or other diverse populations.
How do I apply?
You can apply by visiting the IRC's job posting at https://theirc.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/External_Careers/job/Iowa-City-IA-USA/Education-Specialist_JR00004891.
How to apply
Apply directly on International Rescue Committee's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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