GED Instructor; part-time - Spanish

Part-Time Hourly Instructor Teaching Positions

The Family Literacy Program (FLP) at Metropolitan State University of Denver (MSU Denver) invites applications for part-time hourly instructor teaching positions. The FLP's part-time bilingual (Spanish/English) lead instructors teach adults seeking a High School Equivalency diploma. These positions are semester-based, teach up to 19 hours per week, and include classroom instruction and planning time.

Responsibilities include:

• Providing direct classroom instruction, including one-on-one tutoring, in math/science or language arts/social studies to adults using approved High School Equivalency curriculum, student-centered teaching methods and materials
• Demonstrating knowledge of content
• Fostering an encouraging and supportive learning environment for students by responding to instructional needs and by integrating pathways to career and higher education into instructional delivery and providing weekly feedback to students
• Collaborating with lead teaching staff regarding curriculum, materials, testing and evaluation and assisting with lesson planning and class preparation
• Creating individualized educational plans with each student based on learning needs and identified student goals
• Fulfilling all testing, record keeping, and reporting responsibilities
• Using industry standard software to track student progress, analyze student performance data, and adapt instruction accordingly
• Participating in and contributing to staff professional development and training
• Other duties as assigned

Required qualifications include:

• Experience teaching adults in Spanish and knowledge of High School Equivalency/GED exams; including preparatory digital learning management platforms and corresponding assessment tools
• Proficiency with Google Suite, Microsoft Office Suite, or advanced digital skills to quickly learn new learning management systems
• Broad knowledge and skill with instructional techniques and strategies to think critically and proactively adapt instruction to meet student needs and challenges
• B.A. in Education or related fields
• Two years of formal instructional experience in adult education
• ABEA (Adult Basic Education Certification) or willingness to obtain it within two years
• Knowledge and practice of current adult education theory
• Experience with standard educational assessment tools

Special conditions of employment include:

• Ability to teach online, in-person at offsite locations, and during daytime or evening hours
• Ability to lift/carry 20 lbs
• Ability to pass a background check

Preferred qualifications include:

• Master's degree in adult education or related field
• Understanding of College and Career Readiness Standards
• Experience developing and/or delivering contextualized/student-centered instruction
• Familiarity with the state approved HSE exams (GED and HiSET) and their content
• Intermediate conversational Spanish skills
• Ability to work with and be sensitive to the educational needs of immigrant, low income, and diverse urban populations
• Experience working with students from diverse backgrounds and a demonstrated commitment to improving access to higher education for under-represented groups

Salary for announcement is $27-$34 an hour.

To apply, candidates must apply online through MSU Denver's career site. Complete applications will include a resume, cover letter, and a list of three professional references and their contact information. Official transcripts will be required of the candidate selected for hire.