Adult Education ESL Instructor (PT/pm)

Job Summary

Adult Education Teacher teaches English as a Second Language, Adult Basic Education, High School Equivalency preparation, and/or Digital Literacy. Works under the direction of the Coordinator of Adult and Family Programs and is responsible for meeting all scheduled classes/labs and providing instruction in accordance with the District-approved course outline.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Meet all scheduled classes/labs/clinics and provide instruction in accordance with the philosophy and objectives of the District-approved course outline.
• Use teaching methods and media designed to reach learners of varying educational and experiential backgrounds to allow each learner the opportunity to master the objectives of the course.
• Inform students of course requirements through a course syllabus, including specific objectives, means of attaining objectives, and methods of instruction.
• Maintain appropriate proficiency and up-to-date knowledge in the subject matter area.
• Writes lesson plans, grades assignments, and advises students.
• Administers learner intake and skills assessment testing; Evaluate learners on a continuing basis to allow them to be aware of their own progress.
• Completes periodic assessment and evaluation of learners' skills acquisition.
• Maintain and submit records as required by policy and procedures; Prepares monthly department reports.
• Recommend instructional materials, textbooks, appropriate instructional equipment, and supportive reference materials.
• Participate in informational outreach activities regarding Harrison School District Two's adult education services.
• Promote equal opportunity education within the scope of assigned responsibilities.
• Enters instructional hours and monitors assessment data in LACES databases.
• Demonstrate evidence and understanding of the concepts of diversity and multiculturalism and their application in the workplace.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in a related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Master's degree in TESOL, education, or related field is preferred.
• Minimum of one year of full-time or part-time classroom experience teaching adults is preferred.
• Certification in Colorado Adult Basic Education is preferred but not required.
• Transcripts required.
• Criminal background check and District fingerprinting required.

Note

Note: Applicants who upload a copy of their transcripts or certifications to their application may choose to redact any dates included on the transcripts or certifications, including date of birth and dates of attendance/graduation/completion. An un-redacted copy will be requested if an employment offer is extended. In addition, submitted resumés may also exclude dates of attendance or graduation for high school and/or post-secondary education.

Application Procedure

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FLSA: Non-Exempt