Instructor - Adult Education (WorkReadyU)

Job Details • Lake Charles, LA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Instructor - Adult Education (WorkReadyU) develops and delivers adult education and literacy instruction, including Adult Basic Education and Adult Secondary Education, for eligible adult learners, including out-of-school youth aged 16 and older. The role supports students in achieving educational and career-readiness goals, including earning a High School Equivalency Diploma. Instruction may take place at multiple SOWELA campus locations, including Lake Charles Main Campus, Morgan Smith (Jennings), Oakdale, and/or Lamar Salter (Leesville).

The instructor designs standards-based lesson plans aligned with College and Career Readiness Standards and High School Equivalency test objectives; teaches reading, writing, mathematics, science, social studies, and basic computer skills; and uses differentiated, contextualized, group, individualized, and technology-supported instruction. The role uses standardized and benchmark assessments to monitor progress, identify learning gaps, plan instruction, and determine readiness for advancement or HSE testing. It also integrates digital literacy, workforce preparation, and career exploration, and assists students with Integrated Education & Training and industry-based credentials.

The instructor maintains accurate student attendance, progress, outcome, and program records; provides academic and career advising; and collaborates with college staff, workforce partners, and community organizations to support transitions to college, training, and employment. The role connects students with community resources and support services, participates in professional development and program assessment and compliance activities, and supports outreach and recruitment. The position requires successful completion of the WorkReadyU Instructor’s Certification Course after employment if the instructor is not already certified. Occasional overnight travel may be required.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in any field.
• Two years of progressively responsible experience in teaching, training, counseling, workforce development, or educational program delivery.
• Experience must include instructional planning, student assessment, data collection and reporting, use of educational technology, and providing services to diverse populations.
• Knowledge of adult learning principles, literacy and numeracy instruction, and High School Equivalency preparation.
• Skill in classroom instruction, student assessment, educational technology, and recordkeeping.
• Ability to motivate diverse adult learners, foster student persistence, analyze performance data, and build effective partnerships that support educational and workforce success.
• Must successfully complete the WorkReadyU Instructor’s Certification Course upon employment if not already WorkReadyU certified.
• Passing a pre-employment criminal background screen is required.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in Adult Education, literacy instruction, High School Equivalency preparation, workforce readiness training, or related programs.
• Bachelor's or master's degree in education, Adult Education, Counseling, or a related field.
• Three years of progressively responsible experience in teaching, training, counseling, workforce development, or educational program delivery, including instructional planning, student assessment, data collection and reporting, educational technology, and services to diverse populations.

Responsibilities

• Administer and interpret standardized assessments, such as TABE and GED Ready, to monitor student progress and guide instructional planning.
• Design and deliver standards-based lesson plans aligned with College and Career Readiness Standards and High School Equivalency test objectives.
• Provide Adult Basic Education and Adult Secondary Education instruction to eligible adult learners, including out-of-school youth aged 16 and older.
• Deliver differentiated instruction in reading, writing, mathematics, science, and social studies to address varied academic levels and learning styles.
• Use large-group, small-group, individualized, contextualized, computer-based, and online instructional methods.
• Follow pre- and post-testing requirements, including frequency and documentation, under federal grant policies, LCTCS, and SOWELA WorkReadyU guidelines.
• Consult program leadership on instructional materials and resources and maintain compliance with institutional policies, grant requirements, and state and federal guidelines.
• Integrate digital literacy, workforce preparation, and career exploration into instruction in accordance with WIOA Title II expectations.
• Teach basic computer skills, internet navigation, email use, online safety, and productivity tools such as Microsoft Office.
• Assist with Integrated Education & Training and help students attain industry-based credentials.
• Guide students through career assessments, labor market research, and goal-setting related to career pathways and postsecondary options.
• Conduct benchmark assessments with students, evaluate academic progress, identify learning gaps, and determine readiness for advancement or HSE testing.
• Use assessment data to identify specific learning needs and adjust instruction accordingly.
• Maintain accurate and timely attendance, progress, outcome, and program records and provide information about student outcomes and progress.
• Provide academic and career advising related to career exploration, job readiness, and enrollment in college or training programs.
• Collaborate with college staff, workforce partners, and community organizations to coordinate support and transitions into postsecondary education, workforce training, or employment.
• Connect students with community-based resources and support services, including mental health counseling, housing assistance, transportation, and childcare.
• Participate in required professional development on grant compliance, instructional strategies, assessment tools, WIOA compliance, transition services, career pathways, and adult education practices.
• Foster a supportive learning environment that encourages student persistence, engagement, and achievement.
• Use instructional technology and learning management systems to enhance instruction and student engagement.
• Work independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented, student-centered environment.
• Adhere to applicable federal, state, LCTCS, SOWELA WorkReadyU, and SOWELA Faculty Handbook policies and procedures.
• Complete the WorkReadyU Instructor’s Certification Course after employment if not already WorkReadyU certified.
• Support LCTCS and SOWELA WorkReadyU program assessment initiatives and collaborate on compliance inquiries and reviews.
• Coordinate with colleagues on SOWELA Adult Education Program outreach and recruitment.
• Travel overnight occasionally as required and perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Retirement benefits.
• Multiple medical insurance options.
• Supplemental insurance options, including dental, term life, disability, accident, and vision insurance.
• Tax Saver Flexible Benefits Plan for certain childcare and medical expenses.
• Fourteen holidays per year, typically including a longer break at Christmas.
• Annual (vacation) and sick leave benefits.
• Employee Assistance Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level