ESL Coordinator Wanted

The library is starting an English as Second Language (ESL) Conversation Club and is looking for a volunteer to coordinate the program.  The club will offer a comfortable environment for adults with limited English language skills to practice speaking in English.

In consultation with library staff, the ESL Conversation Club Coordinator will:

  • Recruit, orient, and lead a team of Volunteer Conversation Partners
  • Select curriculum materials for use by volunteers in the ESL Conversation Club
  • Create flyers and other material to publicize the program
  • Collect data and submit reports for program evaluation.

Qualities/Skills Required:

  • Ability to recruit, motivate, and supervise volunteers
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Experience working with individuals from diverse backgrounds
  • Enthusiasm, creativity, patience, and a sense of humor
  • Ability to organize and pay attention to detail

Knowledge/ experience in the field of teaching English Language Learners preferable .  Please contact Jenni Hsiao at (408)615-2906 or jhsiao@santaclaraca.gov if you are interested.