ESL Teacher - Asheville Tourists (Independent Contractor)
About the position The Houston Astros are seeking an ESL Teacher for the Asheville Tourists (Asheville, NC). This role operates under the direction of the Manager, Player Education & Life Skills and is responsible for working with a small group of Houston Astros minor league baseball players on their English skills. This is an independent contractor position.
Responsibilities
- Serve as ESL teacher for international students.
- Teach English classes when the team is at home, approximately 2-3 times a week.
- Lead engaging virtual English classes on occasion, as needed.
- Plan and submit lesson plans on a weekly basis.
- Use research-based strategies for second language acquisition and effective, positive classroom management strategies.
- Submit student evaluations to Manager, Player Education and Life Skills as requested.
- Maintain accurate attendance records and report concerns to Manager, Player Education and Life Skills.
- Consistently communicate and collaborate with Manager, Player Education and Life Skills.
Requirements
- The candidate must be based in Asheville, NC or within 50 miles.
- The candidate must be generally available to work late morning or early afternoon hours from June 1, 2026 to September 30, 2026 (additional virtual teaching opportunities available throughout calendar year).
- Proficiency in Spanish is required.
- Candidate should have teaching, tutoring, or other education experience.
Nice-to-haves
- Bachelor’s degree in education, development, or related field preferred.
- Certification in teaching & ESL is a plus.
- Experience working with athletes and knowledge of baseball preferred.