ESL​/GED​/HS+ Programs Part-Time; Associate Faculty

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction in ESL, GED, and/or High School+ courses in alignment with BBCC and Washington State standards.
• Develop and implement effective lesson plans and deliver engaging instruction for adult learners.
• Meet with students each quarter to create individualized goal plans and provide ongoing support and follow-up to track progress.
• Maintain accurate daily attendance records; submit attendance weekly and complete a signed, comprehensive attendance report at the end of each quarter.
• Administer required pre‑ and post‑assessments using CASAS for students enrolled in ABE/GED courses.
• Evaluate student performance and prepare documentation to support accreditation and program reporting for submission to the BEdA Director.
• Participate in all required trainings, professional development activities, and institutional meetings.

• Bachelor’s degree in education, English, TESOL, Adult Education, or a related field.
• At least one (1) year of teaching experience, preferably with adult learners (ABE, ESL, GED, or HS+ programs).
• Knowledge of adult learning theory and/or English language acquisition principles.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and deliver lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
• Experience assessing student progress, including familiarity with standardized assessments (e.g., CASAS or similar tools).
• Ability to maintain accurate records (attendance, student progress, reporting) and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication, classroom management, and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated cultural competency and ability to work effectively with diverse populations.
• Basic proficiency with instructional technology and learning management systems (LMS).

• Master’s degree in Adult Education, TESOL, Education, or a related field.
• Relevant teaching certification (e.g., ESL/TESOL endorsement, Washington State Adult Education certification).
• Experience teaching in ESL, GED, ABE, or High School+ programs at a community or technical college.
• Experience administering CASAS assessments and familiarity with state/federal reporting requirements.
• Subject matter expertise in GED/HS+ content areas (math, science, language arts, or social studies).
• Bilingual or multilingual abilities.
• Experience developing individualized learning plans and supporting student goal attainment.
• Experience using data to inform instruction and improve student outcomes.
• Demonstrated success in engaging, retaining, and supporting adult learners.
• Experience with accreditation processes, program evaluation, or compliance reporting.

Associate Faculty receive quarterly contracts. Payment is based on $987.71 per lecture credit.

Big Bend Community College provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, religion, age, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, physical or mental disability, marital status, pregnancy status, or any other legally protected classification. Demonstrated experience, sensitivity, knowledge, and understanding in working effectively with persons from diverse backgrounds is required.