Title: English Teacher
Department: Baseball Operations
Location: Charleston, SC
Reports to: Language Education Coordinator

Description: The Tampa Bay Rays are seeking a part-time English Language Instructor in Charleston, SC for the 2024 season. This instructor will be responsible for planning and teaching approximately 40-50 one-hour English classes for non-native English-speaking professional baseball players, with class sizes of roughly 3-8 students. Teaching will be conducted in a hybrid format using both Zoom and live teaching at the ballpark. Classes will run between early April through September 2024.

Responsibilities:

Create and carry out interactive and engaging age-appropriate lesson plans for small groups of students
Provide thoughtful progress reports and evaluations on each player (student) at the end of the season
Document and appropriately communicate player tardiness, missed classes, or behavioral concerns
Complete player reports for athletes being transacted to another affiliate as needed throughout the season

Qualifications:

Available to work the duration of the minor league championship season and commit to the specific class dates
Punctuality and flexibility required
ESL / ESOL / TESOL certification, or equivalent
Prior experience tutoring in an athletic setting is beneficial but not required
Spanish proficiency is highly beneficial in this setting, but not explicitly required

All offers are contingent on a satisfactory background check.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.

English Teacher - Charleston, SC