ESL Class Volunteer
Company: International Rescue Committee
Location: Los Angeles
Posted on: April 2, 2026
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Job Description:
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's
worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety,
education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by
conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert
Einstein, the IRC is one of the world's largest international
humanitarian non-governmental organizations (INGO), at work in more
than 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities helping people to survive,
reclaim control of their future and strengthen their communities. A
force for humanity, IRC employees deliver lasting impact by
restoring safety, dignity and hope to millions. If you're a
solutions-driven, passionate change-maker, come join us in
positively impacting the lives of millions of people world-wide for
a better future. Opportunity Title: ESL Class VolunteerLocation:
Virtual, through ZoomState Date: Spring 2025, ASAPDuration: 4
months, with the opportunity to extend NOTE: This is an unpaid
opportunity. ABOUT US:The International Rescue Committee (IRC)
responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises and helps people
to survive and rebuild their lives. At work in over 40 countries
and 29 U.S. cities to restore safety, dignity, and hope, the IRC
leads the way from harm to home.ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY:The ESL
Volunteer will serve refugees and members of the local immigrant
community by providing guidance and education through English as a
second language classes. Volunteers will work closely with the
IRC-LA Adult Education Program Supervisor.RESPONSIBILITIES:Lead
weekly ESL classes, including English language instruction and
facilitation. Availability Mondays and Wednesdays from 10am-12pm
PST.Availability Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10am-12pm
PST.Availability Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:30-7:30pm PST.
Availability Fridays from 10am-12pm PST.Knowledge of how to use the
video calling platform Zoom, and comfortability with teaching
online. Use the provided curriculum, PowerPoint presentations,
flashcards, and other materials to teach your class.Coordinate with
IRC-LA staff.Respond to student's needs within the scope of the
class.Work closely with the Adult Education Team to provide
sufficient support to your students.Knowledge of Spanish and/or
Armenian preferred but not required.BA in English/MA in TESOL
preferred.REQUIREMENTS: Knowledge and comfortability teaching
online via Zoom.Knowledge of using the Remind platform.Availability
on weekdays listed for the class.Ability to adapt to different
learning skills and environments, has a passion for
education.Strong attention to detail and organizational
skills.Ability to collaborate effectively in a team
environment.Excellent communication and interpersonal
skills.Engaged in learning about the broader IRC mission,
philosophy, global work, and local efforts. Willing to adhere to
IRC volunteer and workplace policies. Update Standard of
Professional Conduct: The IRC and the IRC workers must adhere to
the values and principles outlined in the IRC Way – our Code of
Conduct. These are Integrity, Service, Accountability, and
Equality. Cookies: https://careers.rescue.org/us/en/cookiesettings
US Benefits: We offer a comprehensive and highly competitive set of
benefits. In the US, these include: 10 sick days, 10 US holidays,
20-25 paid time off days depending on role and tenure, medical
insurance starting at $143 per month, dental starting at $6.50 per
month, and vision starting at $5 per month, FSA for healthcare and
commuter costs, a 403b retirement savings plans with immediately
vested matching, disability & life insurance, and an Employee
Assistance Program which is available to our staff and their
families to support counseling and care in times of crisis and
mental health struggles. Equal Opportunity Employer: IRC is an
Equal Opportunity Employer. IRC considers all applicants on the
basis of merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin,
religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status,
disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable
law.
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