Adult Basic Skills; ABS Instructor; Updated

Adult Basic Skills (ABS) Instructor (Updated)

Adult Basic Skills (ABS) Instructor is a full‑time, 12‑month position located primarily in Union County, with duties that may extend to Anson County, including off‑campus locations. The role reports to the ESOL Director and involves providing basic literacy skills in reading, writing, and math to help adult learners progress toward an English language fluency or a high‑school equivalency diploma. The instructor will also support learners who are eligible for post‑secondary educational opportunities or employment.

Comprehensive Benefits Package includes health insurance through the NC State Health Plan for Teachers and State Employees, retirement benefits via the NC Retirement System, Paid Time Off, and a supplemental cafeteria plan.

• Plan and facilitate standards‑based lessons in core academic subjects (Reading, Language Arts, Math) and English language acquisition for adult learners, aligning instruction with NC Adult Education Content Standards and CASAS Competencies.
• Use technology to support instruction virtually and in person.
• Communicate academic material in a positive and appropriate learning environment.
• Provide direct instruction, small‑group and individualized educational activities for students.
• Confer with program directors, HSE and ESOL on a regular basis to assess instructional needs.
• Maintain accurate student registration and attendance tracking data as required.
• Participate in institutional, advisory, and program/instructional committee meetings.
• Assist in planning, development, implementation, evaluation and assessment of new, modified or existing procedures, courses and curriculum in ABS programs.
• Assist in the following areas when needed:
  • Student recruitment and retention rates
  • Marketing and recruitment events
  • Support new hires in mentoring and co‑teaching
• Substitute teach as necessary when available.
• Accept teaching assignments based on the needs of the college at one or more of the following locations:
  Anson County campuses;
  Union County campuses; community locations.
• Commit to ongoing professional development to improve instructional skills, stay current with adult education trends, and adapt to evolving program needs.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the ESOL Director and Adult Basic Skills Executive Director.

• One year of experience teaching a diverse adult student population.
• Ability to work positively and cooperatively with students and peers.
• Sensitivity to students with diverse educational backgrounds.
• Ability to perform multi‑task assignments and create lesson plans.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Skilled in Microsoft Office programs and online learning platforms.
• Ability to facilitate math learning through Algebra and Geometry levels.

• Bilingual in Spanish and English.
• College and Career Readiness teaching credential recognized by NCCCS.
• Experience developing curriculum for ABS programs.
• Advanced degree (master’s level or higher) in Adult Education, TOEFL or similar field.

South Piedmont Community College provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees based on job‑related criteria without reference to race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification.