WIOA ESL Assistant Instructor Intern
Quick answer
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is hiring a hybrid (in-office/remote) WIOA ESL Assistant Instructor Intern to support English language education for refugees and immigrants.
- Role
- WIOA ESL Assistant Instructor Intern
- Organization
- International Rescue Committee (IRC)
- Location
- IRC office and remote (Zoom)
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Level
- Entry
- Category
- Education & Training
The role
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is seeking a WIOA ESL Assistant Instructor Intern to support adult refugees and immigrants in their English language acquisition. The intern will assist lead teachers with lesson preparation, classroom management, and student outreach for both in-person and remote classes. This role provides an opportunity to support the educational needs of clients transitioning into everyday life in the U.S. The position requires a commitment to helping students develop workplace and post-secondary language skills.
What you'll do
- Assist lead teachers in ESL classes for immigrants and refugees using interactive activities.
- Record and maintain daily attendance for class sessions.
- Prepare lesson materials including photocopying and administrative tasks.
- Conduct outreach to students to ensure consistent attendance.
- Collaborate with the Adult Education team to meet immediate client educational needs.
What it takes
- Bachelor’s degree preferred.
- Experience teaching ESL to adults from diverse backgrounds.
- Strong classroom management skills for large and small groups.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
- Fluency in Spanish, French, Ukrainian, Russian, Arabic, or Dari is a plus.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Comprehensive benefits include 10 sick days, 10 US holidays, 20-25 days PTO, medical, dental, and vision insurance, FSA, 403b retirement plan with matching, disability & life insurance, and an Employee Assistance Program.
Frequently asked questions
Is this position remote or in-person?
This role is hybrid, with classes held both in-person at the IRC office and remotely via Zoom.
What are the core qualifications for this internship?
Ideal candidates have experience teaching ESL to adults, strong classroom management skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced team environment; a bachelor's degree is preferred.
Is there compensation for this internship?
The job description does not explicitly specify compensation for this intern position.
What is the primary goal of this role?
The intern supports the WIOA ESL program by assisting lead instructors in developing students' workplace and post-secondary language skills.
How to apply
Apply directly on International Rescue Committee (IRC)'s site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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