Adult Education Teachers

Mount Vernon City School District • Mount Vernon, NY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Teachers: 6 ESL teachers and 1 ABE/GED teacher are needed for the 2026-2027 year. The program runs for 38 weeks from July 1, 2026- June 30, 2027. Classes ae held Monday - Thursday from 6:00 - 8:30PM Work Activities: Responsible for teaching ESL or Adult Basic Education, Pre-GED and GED courses using instructional methods geared toward the adult learner in a classroom setting. Plan lessons and curriculum based on the learning needs of culturally diverse and multi-skill level students which prepare students to pass the GED tests and/or enhance basic education skills. ABE teachers are responsible for teaching the GED test areas (literature, writing, social studies, science and math) or adult basic education skills areas (writing, math, language) Plan and prepares relevant and practical class lessons and monitors student’s performance. ESL teachers are responsible for teaching ESL courses using instructional methods geared toward the adult learner in a classroom setting and develop lessons and curriculum based on the learning needs of culturally diverse and multi-skill level students to increase English language skills Implement a variety of instructional delivery methods, that include group or individualized instruction as well as computer programs that help students make learning gains. Administer TABE13/14 assessments (ABE) and/or Best Plus 3.0 tests (ESL) to determine individual progress. Complete and maintain appropriate student registration, attendance, and assessment records, and ensure timely submission of data for NRS input.

Requirements

• Ability to teach students of diverse abilities and backgrounds and overcome barriers to success in a multi-level class.
• Ability to build a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to student maturity and interests.
• Must be able to communicate effectively both orally and through correct written grammar and usage.
• Team-player who can collaborate with colleagues.
• Attend in-service, staff meetings and AEPP training.

Responsibilities

• Teaching ESL or Adult Basic Education, Pre-GED and GED courses using instructional methods geared toward the adult learner in a classroom setting.
• Plan lessons and curriculum based on the learning needs of culturally diverse and multi-skill level students which prepare students to pass the GED tests and/or enhance basic education skills.
• ABE teachers are responsible for teaching the GED test areas (literature, writing, social studies, science and math) or adult basic education skills areas (writing, math, language)
• Plan and prepares relevant and practical class lessons and monitors student’s performance.
• ESL teachers are responsible for teaching ESL courses using instructional methods geared toward the adult learner in a classroom setting and develop lessons and curriculum based on the learning needs of culturally diverse and multi-skill level students to increase English language skills
• Implement a variety of instructional delivery methods, that include group or individualized instruction as well as computer programs that help students make learning gains.
• Administer TABE13/14 assessments (ABE) and/or Best Plus 3.0 tests (ESL) to determine individual progress.
• Complete and maintain appropriate student registration, attendance, and assessment records, and ensure timely submission of data for NRS input.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed