Adult Ed Instructor- English Language Learners; ELL Columbia Area Career Center); Part-Time

Adult Ed Instructor
- English Language Learners (ELL) - (Columbia Area Career Center) (Part-Time) 2026-27 Adult Ed Instructor
- English Language Learners (ELL) - (Columbia Area Career Center) (Part-Time) 2026-27

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Starting Date: To Be Determined

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POSITION PROPERTIES

Position Title

Adult Ed English Language Learning Instructor (ELL) – CACC (Part-Time)

Schedule / Grade

Min/Max Hourly(0.11 FTE)

Job Code

73

GRTAE
150

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Calendar

HRLY - WOH

Benefits

Not Eligible (0.11 FTE)

Contract Type

Notification

Bargaining Unit

None

Revised Date

09/23/2026

PURPOSE

Columbia Public Schools Adult Education is seeking two part-time Adult English Language Learning teachers to provide engaging evening instruction to adult learners at various English proficiency levels. One position may be assigned to an online class based on program needs.

Classes will focus on practical reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills in a welcoming environment that supports learners from diverse cultural and educational backgrounds.

Each position involves approximately 4.5 hours of work per week, including four hours of instruction and 30 minutes of preparation.

Classes will meet from 6:00–8:0-0 p.m. on either:

• Monday and Wednesday, or
• Tuesday and Thursday

The schedule will be determined based on program needs and the selected candidates’ availability. Classes will run from mid-fall through the middle of May. One position may online, while the other may be in person.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

• Provide engaging English instruction to adult learners in an in-person or online setting.
• Prepare and adapt weekly lessons for students at different English proficiency levels.
• Teach practical reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills.
• Use real-world materials, technology, and other instructional resources to support learning.
• Create a welcoming and inclusive environment that encourages participation and language practice.
• Track attendance, assessment results, student progress, and instructional records.
• Provide students with constructive feedback.
• Communicate with students and program staff about attendance, progress, scheduling, and student needs.
• Complete required professional development.
• Obtain and maintain Missouri Adult Education and Literacy teacher certification after hiring. Certification is not required when applying or beginning the position.

Perform other duties as necessary to support the mission and vision of Columbia Public School District.

DISTRICT EXPECTATIONS

All employees of the District are expected to adhere to the policies and regulations of the Board of Education, maintain appropriate certification and competencies necessary for the position, and demonstrate the values of the district at all times. For information on polices, regulations and values, visit (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..cpsk
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REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS

Reports To: Director of Adult English Learners

Supervises: None

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum:

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Ability to meet Missouri requirements for Adult Education and Literacy teacher certification after hiring.
• Ability to work effectively with adult learners from diverse cultural, linguistic, and educational backgrounds.

Preferred:

• Experience teaching adult English learners.
• Experience providing online instruction.
• Familiarity with standardized assessments.
• Ability to use student data to plan instruction and monitor progress.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The…