Lead Instructor - Adult Education Services

Catholic Charities of Southern Nevada•Las Vegas, NV

About The Position

The Lead Instructor delivers instruction to adult learners in in-person and virtual classroom settings and supports instructors in developing curriculum aligned with Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA), Nevada Department of Education (NDE), and agency guidelines across ESL, High School Equivalency (HSE), and integrated education and training (IET) programs. The role tracks student attendance and performance measures, supports educational opportunities that are rigorous and relevant, and serves as a backup to the AES director as needed. The Lead Instructor supports curriculum planning and instructional delivery, coaches instructional staff, helps manage student intake and assessment, and maintains accurate student data. The role also supervises staff, coordinates volunteers and partners, supports program operations and events, and provides substitute instruction as needed. The position requires participation in relevant training and professional development, potentially involving travel to Reno or other cities or states.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Education from an accredited college or university.
Certification in at least one of the following: ESL, TESOL, Elementary Education, Secondary Education, or a combination of these.
At least three years of teaching experience in a school or academy in the U.S. or in an American or English school overseas, especially with adult multicultural learners.
At least one year of experience in a coaching or leadership role in curriculum, instruction, or professional development.
Knowledge of WIOA and NDE requirements and regulations.
Knowledge of instructional strategies for Adult Basic Education.
Ability to develop curriculum for remote and in-person learning environments.
Ability to collaborate with instructors and staff to implement procedures that support program outcomes.
Ability to interpret and apply educational data to identify trends and improve program performance.
Ability to participate in required Nevada Department of Education and agency-sponsored training, coaching, and professional development, including travel to Reno or other cities or states as required.
Maintain ongoing professional development through relevant coursework and educational resources.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other computer applications for administrative and data management tasks.
Reliable technology and internet connections for remote teaching.
Reliable transportation and ability to travel to offsite classes and meetings.
Ability to operate office and classroom equipment, especially a computer, photocopy machine, and interactive overhead projectors.
Ability to stand and/or sit continuously while teaching.
Ability to work morning and evening schedules.
Successful completion of a drug test and background check prior to employment.

Nice To Haves

Experience teaching through long-distance learning.

Responsibilities

Support ESL and HSE instructors with curriculum planning, instructional strategies, and delivery of engaging, standards-aligned adult education.
Coach and advise instructors on lesson planning, language instruction methods, college and career readiness standards, English language proficiency standards, and WIOA requirements.
Assist with student registration, intake, orientation, assessment, and placement, including pre- and post-testing.
Collect and maintain student enrollment, attendance, assessment, demographic, and follow-up data in required systems.
Monitor student attendance, progress, and assessment outcomes; ensure timely post-testing and recommend strategies to improve performance and program effectiveness.
Share program data, including measurable skill gains, Educational Functioning Level gains, and post-testing rates, with instructors to inform instruction.
Supervise staff, including hiring, onboarding, scheduling, performance management, and timecard approvals using UKG.
Provide professional development, coaching, and mentoring to instructional staff.
Coordinate with volunteers and tutors and support their integration into the classroom.
Manage student discipline in collaboration with instructors and case managers, including issuing warnings and following up as needed.
Coordinate with internal and external partners, including community organizations, to support referrals, guest speakers, classroom sites, and program expansion.
Maintain partner communications, including referral updates, progress reports, and registration timelines, and manage related tracking tools such as LACES and Google Sheets.
Support program operations, including maintaining calendars, responding to inquiries, transferring students between classes, and monitoring communication portals.
Assist in planning and executing student events and program activities.
Provide substitute instruction as needed.
Ensure compliance with organizational policies, data confidentiality requirements, and safety standards.
Perform other related duties as assigned.