*Adult Education Substitute Instructor - English as a Second Language

About the position

Under the direction of the Director of Adult and Career Technology Education, provide an educational program and teach one or more classes of English as a Second Language to adults; develop, implement and present lesson plans according to established curriculum standards and requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide an educational program of English as a Second Language to one or more classes of adults; assure educational programs and related learning activities comply with established curriculum, standards, requirements, laws and regulations.
• Apply current research-based strategies to provide classroom instruction to enhance student skills and knowledge of the English language.
• Develop, implement and present lesson plans according to established curriculum standards and requirements; coordinate and oversee student drills, practices and assignments in the classroom.
• Provide individualized and small group instruction and tutoring to assure curriculum and learning activities adapt with the needs of individual students.
• Review, analyze and integrate required instructional materials with lesson plans and learning activities; modify instructional materials to adapt to student needs when appropriate.
• Distribute and collect student assignments; develop, prepare and administer tests; grade tests and assignments; record grades and maintain student records and files.
• Take attendance and maintain related records.
• Evaluate student performance and progress; administer and score performance based and benchmark assessments (including CASAS); adjust activities and materials to meet student skill levels and progress.
• Identify the need for data, acquire data or create data sources and evaluate relevance of data.
• Participate in curriculum development programs for the school; provide input concerning district-wide curriculum development as directed.
• Operate a variety of office and classroom equipment including a copier, computer and assigned software; utilize various audio-visual equipment as required.
• Maintain classroom in a safe, clean and orderly condition; lock and unlock doors; report needs for maintenance and repairs.
• Attend and participate in various meetings and in-services as required; maintain competence through self-selected professional growth activities.
• Ability to work and communicate well with staff.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree, graduate courses needed to meet credential requirements, verification of subject matter competence, and English language learner authorization.
• Valid California Teaching Credential that authorizes instruction to Adult Education students.