Instructional Coordinator

About the role

Serves as the Coordinator for Adult Basic Education (ABE), General Education Development (GED), and English as a Second Language (ESL) classes.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee all ABE/GED/ESL instructional professional development
• Drive ABE/GED/ESL curriculum design and development
• Ensure high-quality, effective instructional practices
• Actively support, mentor, and collaborate with instructional staff and program leadership
• Collaborate strategically with the Program Administrator, MIS Specialist, Intake/Assessment Specialist (IAS), and Transition Specialist
• Identify local professional development priorities and design, coordinate, and deliver high-impact professional learning initiatives
• Set instructional vision, model best practices, and ensure consistency and quality across classrooms
• Recruit, interview, and select instructional staff, including teachers and substitutes
• Design, deliver, and oversee comprehensive onboarding and training systems for all new instructional staff
• Develop, implement, and continuously improve curriculum aligned with AELS Instructional Standards and program performance metrics
• Create and revise leveled curricula to meet diverse learner needs and support differentiated instruction
• Sourcing, purchasing, and evaluating adult education curricula, resources, and technology for all ABE/GED and ESL classes
• Mentor, coach, and provide professional support to instructional staff
• Conduct formal classroom observations, document instructional performance, and deliver actionable feedback
• Align assessment practices, curriculum design, and instructional delivery to drive data-informed decision-making
• Ensure compliance with institutional, state, and federal requirements while maintaining instructional integrity
• Support learners with special needs, including individuals with disabilities and English language learners
• Contribute to the development, implementation, and monitoring of the program's Data Quality Plan
• Recruit, coordinate, and support volunteer tutors
• Represent the program at state Instructional Specialist communities of practice
• Participate in state-level professional development and Train-the-Trainer initiatives
• Assist with grant development, proposal writing, and budget planning
• Plan, develop, and schedule LABOR grant-funded classes
• Design new course offerings based on labor market demand
• Cultivate community partnerships and secure instructional spaces
• Select and approve textbooks, instructional materials, and resources used across program classes
• Coordinate with the IAS to ensure compliance with LABOR grant pre- and post-testing requirements and reporting standards
• Coordinate with the Program Administrator and IAS to align class schedules with Continuing Education systems and the College website
• Perform additional leadership duties as assigned

Qualifications

Master's degree in Education, Adult Education, or related field preferred.

Experience in adult education, GED preparation, or related fields.

Strong instructional leadership skills and ability to mentor and coach staff.

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Ability to manage multiple projects and tasks simultaneously.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Knowledge of adult education standards and best practices.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.