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ESL/Civics Specialist

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Job Description

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The IRC Immigration Program provides ESL Naturalization Exam Preparation Course four days per week to help adult students build their English language capabilities and civics content. In-person classes are offered at four locations, Kent KCLS, Tukwila KCLS, Arthur Jacobsen Elementary school in Auburn, and IRC office. Each class has a follow-up online class. This position teaches two evening classes (Tue & Wed) at Kent and Tukwila libraries from 6 to 7:30 PM, one online class (Mondays) from 6 to 7:30 PM, and one ESL class (Wednesdays) at Jacobsen Elementary from 3 to 4 PM. The position also supports legal practitioners (Department of Justice (DOJ)-Accredited Representatives) to represent clients before United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). This position does not provide direct legal advice or guidance but supports the administration of these services provided by Accredited Representatives. Legal services focus only on naturalization. 

Job Responsibilities

  • Prepare students for the U.S. Naturalization Exam.
  • Tailor curriculum for hybrid delivery and connect to appropriate textbook support.
  • Teach English language skills (including grammar, conversation, reading and writing, and listening/comprehension) and Civics Content (US History, Government, Traditions and Geography). 
  • Teach a multicultural and multilevel classroom of English language learners.
  • Build relationships with partner organizations and local NGOs to develop curriculum and course marketing.
  • Market course and recruit students within the local community and current IRC clients.
  • Assess, track and report student attendance and CASAS assessments
  • Help students become autonomous learners by take-home study habits and foundational ESL skills.
  • Practice USCIS Citizenship interview techniques and skills.
  • Develop supplemental materials and maintain files and records.
  • Other duties as requested by the Civics/ESL Coordinator.  
  • Representing IRC with clients, community members, and partners by receiving and returning phone calls and emails, scheduling appointments, supporting events (including group processing events), and conducting outreach for naturalization services and the class. 

Other Educational Qualification

Degree in TESOL or related field in education.

Skills

  • Minimum of 3 years of teaching experience in an ESL/English language learner setting.
  • Lived experience as a refugee or immigrant is preferred.
  • In lieu of lived experience, experience working with refugees and/or immigrants; cross-cultural or overseas experience accepted.
  • Strong Intercultural communication skills.
  • Demonstrated attention to detail and ability to learn new processes. 
  • Positive attitude and energetic.
  • Patience and empathy for adult students.
  • Understanding of trauma-informed approach to serving immigrant clients.
  • Flexibility to work with a variety of student needs and language levels.
  • Commitment to anti-racism and ongoing learning. 

Salary

  • USD: 28 - 5050 (Monthly)

Additional Salary Info

 (Pay Range: $28.00 - $29.50) Posted pay ranges apply to US-based candidates. Ranges are based on various factors including the labor market, job type, internal equity, and budget.  Exact offers are calibrated by work location, individual candidate experience and skills relative to the defined job requirements.

Others

Working Environment:  

Standard, professional office environment, mainly working at KCLS Library locations (flexible remote and in-office)
Access to reliable transportation to travel regularly throughout the service delivery area.

Posted By


IRC - International Rescue Committee

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Job Summary

  • Salary: USD: 28 - 5050 (Monthly)
  • Job Type: Full Time
  • Job Location: Tukwila, Washington, United States of America
  • Employment Type: Permanent
  • Experience: 3 to 5 Year (s)
  • Vacancy: 01
  • Job Level:Mid
  • Gender: Any
  • Published on:March 16, 2026
  • Application Deadline: May 17, 2026
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