Adult Education/Literacy Instructor, Part-Time, 2024-2025

St. Louis Public Schools • Saint Louis, MO

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About The Position

The AEL Instructor provides students with a program of study that teaches High School Equivalency Skills, meets the individual needs, interests and abilities of students, and develops employ-ability skills. This position involves supervising students, planning and developing curriculum, assessing student accomplishments, maintaining records, and implementing various teaching strategies. The instructor is also responsible for following district policies, communicating with staff, and maintaining a Program Recruitment and Retention Plan.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree (required)
• Minimum of three years job related experience (preferred)
• Able to obtain an Adult Education and Literacy Teacher Certificate
• Must put the interests of students first, set high expectations and demand high quality performance
• Skilled in guiding adult learners
• Ability to interpret instructions furnished in written or oral form
• Ability to effectively work and interact with others

Responsibilities

• Supervises all students assigned in instructional activities
• Meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated
• Plans and develops curriculum to meet competency requirements for the academic areas
• Develops and adapts instructional materials and experiences to meet individual student needs, aptitudes and interests
• Assesses and records student accomplishments on a regular basis through an approved DESE format
• Maintains accurate attendance, progress, and enrollment records on students and follows Adult Education and Literacy procedures for reporting student attendance
• Teaches and enforces safety policies and practices required by federal and state laws, the school district and the department
• Develops and implements a variety of teaching strategies
• Establishes and maintains an effective climate for learning
• Supervises tutors, when assigned
• Serves as positive role model and leader for students to follow
• Attends and participates in professional development and staff meetings
• Follows District's policies and procedures as adopted by the Board of Education
• Communicates regularly with contacts and field staff
• Maintains a Program Recruitment and Retention Plan as part of the program evaluation process
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned
• Proficient in the computer-related programs, such as Microsoft Office Suite, and Adobe
• Able to teach a wide range of class content that includes: Math, Language Arts-Reading and Writing, Science, Social Studies and computer skills

Benefits

• Fully-paid health insurance for self
• $30,000 of tuition reimbursement (certificated staff)
• $40,000 group term life insurance
• Eligibility for federal loan forgiveness programs
• Pension plan
• Robust wellness programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree