Adult Education Instructors HSE​/ESL

To provide instruction to students in High School Equivalency (HSE), Adult Basic Education (ABE), or English-as-a
- Second Language (ESL) class; must fulfill duties and responsibilities as provided by the Director of Adult Education.

Bachelor 's Degree from a regionally accredited educational institution is required;
Master’s degree from a regionally accredited educational institution preferred
Degree in one of the following disciplines is preferred:
Adult Education, Elementary Education, Secondary Education, Special Education, English, or Mathematics
Teacher certification preferred
--Minimum one (1) year teaching experience is required; working with adults desirable

• Ability to teach in an effective and competent manner.
• Understand the method of teaching by specific objectives.
• Knowledge of non-traditional student educational needs.
• Demonstrate effective classroom management providing maximum opportunity for student progress.
• Ability to communicate effectively with strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to teach on virtual and face-to-face platforms.
• Must have good computer skills with the ability to use MS Office Suite and other digital platforms

• Recruit students for classes and accept responsibility for student retention & progress.
• Complete 15 hours of Professional Development each year as required by the Texas Workforce Commission and attend test administrator training.
• Administer TWC approved assessment to determine student’s educational functioning level & placement.
• Perform instructional duties efficiently and completely using a variety of teaching methods and online platforms.
• Create and follow lesson plans to ensure instruction alignment with Texas Adult Education & Literacy Content Standards v.3.
• Enhance and supplement student learning by integrating program approved online curriculum with daily instruction.
• Incorporate opportunities for students to use technology as a learning tool in the classroom.
• Use various methods to engage students in learning.
• Must maintain communication with students via various digital platforms.
• Ensure student attains one measurable skills gain (MSG) within the program year.
• Implement Integrated Career Awareness in the classroom that includes Civics and Government in lesson planning and instruction.
• Review & complete Individual Training, Education, & Career (ITEC) Plan with students to ensure progression and attainment of education & career goals. Collaborate with Lead Instructors and Career Navigator as requested.
• Assist with facilitating Success Academy. and submit weekly student attendance reports to the Adult Education office.
• Ensure all data is entered accurately and timely into Texas Educating Adult Management System (TEAMS) according to state and federal guidelines.
• Maintain forms and records required by the Adult Education Department and Texas Workforce Commission.
• Attend staff meetings and perform other duties as assigned.