International Rescue Committee Vocational English Education Intern

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 22 U.S. cities to restore safety, dignity and hope, the IRC leads the way from harm to home. The IRC in Atlanta office was established in 1979 and has resettled over 21,000 refugees from nearly 50 countries into the Greater Atlanta area. As the largest refugee resettlement agency in Georgia, the IRC in Atlanta resettles an average of 800 refugees into Georgia annually and provides additional services and assistance to another 1,500 refugees and asylees.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Assisting the instructor in daily classroom activities including one-on-one tutoring, leading small groups, and teaching specific components of the curriculum.
• Assist with resume building and individual interview practice.
• Support program activities by researching new curriculum content, developing and preparing educational materials as requested by instructor.
• Supervise appropriate use of the computer lab environment, making sure clients are engaged in learning
• Assist with record-keeping, data entry, and file maintenance to support program administration.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
• Demonstrate the ability to work in a multi-level, multi-language, and culturally diverse ESL classroom environment.
• Support newly arrived refugee clients to develop vocational and English literacy skills.
• Create curriculum, activities, and projects that are appropriate for a multi-level ESL classroom.
• Demonstrate an understanding of various models of ESL instruction.

REQUIREMENTS:
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English and organization skills.
• Strong interest in working with international clients.
• Proven ability to work with consideration and respect for cross-cultural differences.
• International experience and previous teaching experience a plus.
• Ability to take initiative and work independently.
• Enthusiasm for helping people learn.
• Vocational English classes are held Monday through Friday, between 12:00pm and 2:00 pm, with lesson planning and administrative work before and afterwards. Interns must be able to commit at least 15 hours per week.