GED Instructor

Summary

The Adult Education Instructor provides high-quality instruction and support to adult learners seeking to earn a GED credential and/or transition into postsecondary education or career pathways. This position delivers GED instruction in core academic areas, facilitates the AOK program, and ensures compliance with adult education regulations.

Position Description

GED Instruction

- Provide instructional services in reading, writing, mathematics, science, and social studies aligned with GED standards and the Kansas Board of Regents. - Develop and implement lesson plans addressing diverse learning styles and skill levels. - Utilize formative and summative assessments, including GED Ready practice tests. - Integrate digital literacy, employability skills, and academic rigor into classroom instruction. - Maintain accurate student records, attendance, assessments, and progress data. - Support students in goal setting, test readiness, and persistence toward GED completion. - Engage in staff development activities with other adult education staff.

Accelerating Opportunities Kansas (AOK) Facilitation

- Facilitate the AOK program by supporting students wishing to enroll in approved AO-K career pathway programs. - Collaborate with workforce, postsecondary, and community partners to support student transitions to training and employment. - Assist students with career exploration, postsecondary planning, and workforce readiness activities. - Monitor and document AOK participant outcomes.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

- High energy, self-starter who can work with minimal supervision. - Ability to create and implement effective lesson plans. - Ability to create and maintain a student-centered classroom. - Ability to demonstrate classroom management skills. - Ability to work with multi-level adult learners. - Proficient in Microsoft Office software, online resources, and classroom technology.

Minimum Qualifications

- Bachelor’s degree or higher in education, adult education, or related field. - Training, experience, and/or coursework in individual learning methodology in basic academic skill areas. - Strong organizational, communication, and data management skills. - Ability to work collaboratively with individuals from a variety of backgrounds and partner organizations.

Prior to Hiring

- Three (3) professional references with phone number and email addresses are required. - Documentation verifying completion of a degree, course work within a discipline, or other educational criteria should be electronically attached (uploaded) to your application. - Successful completion of a background check on all persons recommended for employment is required.