Instructor - Adult Education (WorkReadyU)

Louisiana Community and Technical College System • Leesville, LA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

SOWELA is hiring an Instructor for its WorkReadyU Adult Education program. The instructor develops and delivers Adult Education and Literacy instruction, including Adult Basic Education (ABE) and Adult Secondary Education (ASE), to eligible adult learners, including out-of-school youth aged 16 and older. The goal is to help learners achieve educational and career-readiness outcomes, including earning a High School Equivalency Diploma (GED). Instruction may take place at multiple locations: the Lake Charles Main Campus, Morgan Smith in Jennings, Oakdale, and/or Lamar Salter in Leesville.

The instructor designs standards-based lesson plans aligned with College and Career Readiness Standards (CCRS) and High School Equivalency test objectives. Instruction covers reading, writing, mathematics, science, social studies, digital literacy, workforce preparation, and career exploration. Delivery methods include large- and small-group, individualized, and contextualized instruction, supplemented by online instructional programs and other educational technology. The instructor also teaches basic computer skills, including internet navigation, email, online safety, and productivity tools such as Microsoft Office, and assists with Integrated Education & Training (IET) and industry-based credentials (IBCs).

The position uses standardized and benchmark assessments to monitor progress, identify learning gaps, guide instruction, and determine readiness for advancement or the high school equivalency exam. It requires timely and accurate records of attendance, progress, outcomes, and other program information in accordance with federal grant policies, LCTCS, SOWELA, and applicable state and federal requirements. The instructor provides academic and career advising, supports career exploration and job readiness, and collaborates with college staff, workforce partners, and community organizations to connect learners with postsecondary education, training, employment, and community resources.

The instructor fosters a supportive, student-centered learning environment, participates in professional development and program assessment and compliance activities, and supports program outreach and recruitment. Upon employment, the instructor must successfully complete the WorkReadyU Instructor’s Certification Course if not already certified. Occasional overnight travel may be required. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in any field.
• At least 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.
• Skills in classroom instruction, student assessment, educational technology, and recordkeeping.
• Ability to motivate diverse adult learners, foster persistence, analyze performance data, and build partnerships that support educational and workforce success.
• Successfully complete the WorkReadyU Instructor’s Certification Course upon employment if not already WorkReadyU certified.
• Pass a pre-employment criminal background screen.

Nice To Haves

• 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.
• Experience in Adult Education, literacy instruction, High School Equivalency preparation, workforce-readiness training, or related programs.

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 Adult Education and Literacy instruction aligned with CCRS and High School Equivalency test objectives.
• Teach ABE and ASE to eligible adult learners, including out-of-school youth aged 16 and older, to support educational and career-readiness goals.
• Provide differentiated instruction in reading, writing, mathematics, science, and social studies using large-group, small-group, individualized, and contextualized methods.
• Use online instructional programs, educational technology, and learning management systems to supplement and enhance instruction.
• Teach digital literacy and basic computer skills, including internet navigation, email, online safety, and productivity tools such as Microsoft Office.
• Assist with Integrated Education & Training and help students attain industry-based credentials.
• Guide learners through career assessments, labor-market research, career-pathway and postsecondary planning, and goal-setting.
• Conduct benchmark assessments, analyze assessment data to identify learning gaps, and adjust instruction to support progress and readiness for advancement or HSE testing.
• Follow prescribed pre- and post-testing guidelines and maintain accurate, timely records of attendance, progress, outcomes, and other program information.
• Provide academic and career advising, job-readiness guidance, and support with enrollment in college or training programs.
• Collaborate with college staff, workforce partners, and community organizations to coordinate support and transitions to postsecondary education, training, or employment.
• Connect learners with community resources and support services, such as mental-health counseling, housing, transportation, and childcare.
• Consult program leadership regarding instructional materials and resources and comply with institutional policies, grant requirements, and state and federal guidelines.
• Participate in professional development, including training on grant compliance, instructional strategies, assessment tools, WIOA compliance, transition services, career pathways, and adult-education practices.
• Foster a supportive learning environment that encourages learner persistence, engagement, and achievement.
• 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 certified.
• Support LCTCS and SOWELA WorkReadyU program assessment initiatives and collaborate with colleagues on compliance inquiries and reviews.
• Coordinate with colleagues on Adult Education program outreach and recruitment efforts.
• 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 eligible childcare and medical expenses.
• 14 holidays per year, typically including an extended Christmas break.
• Annual (vacation) leave and sick leave benefits.
• Employee Assistance Program.

What This Job Offers

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