English Language Training Intern
Assist with English language classes for vulnerable populations
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Overview
Assist with English language classes for vulnerable populations
You have:
- Undergraduate or graduate level studies in education, social work, international relations, social sciences, or related field preferred.
- Cultural awareness of and sensitivity to vulnerable populations, and a desire to help refugees adjust to life in the U.S.
- Patience, understanding, and flexibility
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
- Effective communication skills, especially in a multicultural environment
- Proficiency in more than one language preferred but not required
Learning Objectives:
The English Language Training (ELT) Intern will:
- Learn how to manage classes and supporting services within the established requirements, to provide the best possible service to vulnerable populations.
- Develop critical thinking skills, clients service skills, and intercultural education and social work skills.
- Learn about the IRC locally and globally, the available services to refugees and ORR-eligible clients in Richmond, Virginia.
Responsibilities:
- Assist IRC staff with the enrollment, coordination, and implementation of classes, including:
- Contacting students to confirm their availability to attend classes.
- Navigating client barriers to education.
- Differentiating and scaffolding instruction to students individually or in small groups.
- Communicating with local stakeholders and adult education services to connect students to appropriate classes.
- Support teachers in the preparation of the student materials for the classes.
- Coordinate with volunteers to ensure proper coverage is in place for adult education classes, including childcare volunteers; cover the childcare volunteer role as needed.
- Collect data to support educational initiatives and encourage student success.
- Adhere to IRC policies, particularly those related to confidentiality and client privacy, and practice sensitivity to cultural and personality differences of clients by respecting their beliefs and values.
- Other support as needed.
Qualifications - Undergraduate or graduate level studies in education, social work, international relations, social sciences, or related field preferred.
- Cultural awareness of and sensitivity to vulnerable populations, and a desire to help refugees adjust to life in the U.S.
- Patience, understanding, and flexibility
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
- Effective communication skills, especially in a multicultural environment
- Engaged in learning about the IRC (mission, philosophy, global work, and local efforts) and willing to adhere to IRC volunteer and workplace policies
- Proficiency in more than one language preferred but not required
*The IRC and IRC workers must adhere to the values and principles outlines in the IRC Way – Standards for Professional Conduct. These are Integrity, Service, and Accountability. In accordance with these values, the IRC operates and enforces policies on Beneficiary Protection from Exploitation and Abuse, Child Safeguarding, Anti-Workplace Harassment, Fiscal Integrity, and Anti-Retaliation.
This position is unpaid and reports to the Adult Education Specialist.
IRC - leading the way from harm to home.
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 or disability.
Potential interview questions
| Can you describe a time when you had to help someone from a different cultural background? | This question seeks to assess your intercultural communication skills and cultural sensitivity. | Share an experience that highlights your awareness and understanding of cultural differences and your approach to bridging those gaps. |
| What strategies would you use to encourage someone who is struggling in a class? | This question evaluates your problem-solving approach and understanding of client services. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How would you ensure confidentiality when working with clients? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Describe how you handle stressful situations when working with students. | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What does effective adult education look like to you? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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Updated 1 year ago
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Source:
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