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Intermediate Level Adult ELL Teacher, Watertown Free Public Library (Watertown)

Project Literacy, a division of the Watertown Free Public Library, is a community-based adult English language learning program in Watertown, Massachusetts. We serve over 800 learners in professionally taught classes, in small groups, and working one on one with tutors. 

We are searching for an energetic, experienced intermediate level ELL teacher to join our dynamic team of passionate teachers for a summer 2026 in-person class. Classes are held on Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 6:30-8:00 pm in June and July. This position may also be eligible to join the 2026/2027 academic year schedule which runs from mid-September to mid-May. Those classes are held on Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 6:30-8:30 pm.

The schedule includes 6 hours a week (3 hours of teaching and 3 hours of lesson planning) for the summer classes with the possibility of continuing for the academic year (September-May) at 7 hours/week with regularly scheduled staff meetings every 6-8 weeks.

Responsibilities
• Prepare and teach lessons that actively engage adult students in English language learning at the intermediate level
• Work with other staff members on student, program, and teaching issues
• Participate in regular staff meetings and in-service workshops
• Maintain required records such as student attendance, student progress, and student goals
• Share Project Literacy updates with students

Qualifications

• B.S./B.A. or M.A. in ELL or related field preferred
• Experience in teaching with a participatory, learner-centered approach, preferably with adult immigrants in a community-based setting.
• Experience with Google Cloud Platform preferred
• Fluency in a second language preferred

Full/Part Time

Part Time

Education

BA/BS

Salary

$30.00  / hour

Closing Date

Rolling

How to Apply

To apply please email cover letter and resume to Janet Saied, Program Director at wfpljobs@watertown-ma.gov. Position is open until filled. Applications are reviewed on a  rolling basis. 

Posted

2026-05-13 |  Quick link to this job