Adult Education GED Teacher; part-time, on-site

Adult Education GED Teacher (part-time, on-site)

Join to apply for the Adult Education GED Teacher (part-time, on-site) role at Kinexus Group
.

Are you passionate about education and looking for a meaningful way to impact underserved communities? As an Adult Education Instructor
, you will play a crucial role in transforming lives by helping adults overcome educational barriers and achieve their GED. You will be part of a dynamic team that works together to inspire, motivate, and empower participants to reach their full potential.

Kinexus Group, recognized as one of Nonprofit Times Best Nonprofits to Work For, is a cutting‑edge community development organization with growing initiatives to create an economically thriving Michigan. We are change agents who create solutions for business, workforce, and community challenges to promote economic vitality.

The Michigan Works Academic team serves to develop and enhance academic and employability skill sets for participants interested in gaining an academic secondary credential and/or entry‑level employment. Skilled professionals meet participants at their unique skill levels to sharpen the minds of both youth and adults. The team offers services that eliminate barriers to employment while instilling workplace etiquette and industry‑specific expectations.

It works in collaboration with the Business and Talent teams to connect participants to employment opportunities and ensure completion of employability trainings.

Our long‑term outcomes for the Adult Education Instructor are to build relationships with all participants, encouraging and motivating students to be their best selves. The instructor will work closely with the Adult Education Team and provide one‑on‑one or small‑group tutoring in mathematics, reading, science, and social studies GED concepts, enroll and assess students, monitor progress on the online learning platform, assign practice and official GED tests, and complete data entry and attendance records.

• Teach adult education concepts using instructional methods for adult learners in one‑on‑one, small group, and/or classroom settings.
• Develop lessons and curriculum based on the learning needs of culturally diverse, multi‑skill‑level students.
• Implement a variety of instructional delivery methods to help students make learning gains.
• Travel off‑site to multiple locations as needed for GED corrections instruction.
• Complete and maintain student attendance records and ensure timely data entry according to the MAERS User Manual.
• Provide assistance and support to learners in the learning lab and via the online learning platform.
• Be motivational and inspiring to learners along their educational journey.
• Stay up‑to‑date on all documentation for local, state, and federal levels.
• Conduct regular check‑ins with learners to support retention efforts.
• Assist in developing academic and other resources to enhance the program and adult learner success.
• Assist with participant outreach to attract adult education students.
• Collaborate with the Michigan Works team to co‑enroll students in supportive programs and connect them with employment opportunities.
• Assist adult education students pursuing a GED in a small group, individualized, or corrections education setting.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Valid Michigan Teaching Certification.
• 1+ year of classroom teaching experience.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Familiarity with literacy programs, testing, and specific needs of adult learners.
• Strong ability to teach literacy skills in one‑on‑one and small‑group instruction.
• Computer skills, experience with online learning platforms, Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Organization and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability prioritize tasks.

• Familiarity with adult education.
• 3+ years of experience working with alternative education or "at‑risk" populations.
• Experience with adult education practices and computer‑based learning.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Mathematics, Language Arts, or a related…