Adult Education & Literacy-HSE Teacher- Evening

Position Summary:

The Adult Education & Literacy Orientation Teacher mitigates primary language barriers for students assimilating English as a secondary language.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Assists with identifying AEL students who meet eligibility standards for ESL services.

Recommends entry and exit of students from the ESL program based on criteria established by District and AEL officials

Monitors the achievement of former ESL students to ensure success in general education environments

Prepares ESL student data reports for AEL faculty and staff

Interacts positively with AEL staff, students, parents, and community members

Conducts ESL professional development and training sessions for general education faculty

Plans, prepares, and delivers lessons for students based on available research of ESL best practices

Maintains open communication with ESL students

Reviews and revises the ESL curriculum according to state and District standards

Selects and provides resources and materials proven to assist ESL students to enhance English proficiency, e.g., hardware, software, texts, virtual/distance learning, etc.

Performs all other duties as assigned by the Program Coordinator Performance, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of federal and state-mandated English proficiency examinations

Ability to diffuse the level of frustration experienced by ESL students

Knowledge and experience with computer applications

Ability to establish partnerships with community and civic organizations who can serve as a resource for the District's ESL program Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree

AEL certification preferred

Previous work experience with urban students and adults

Previous experience with electronic and manual record-keeping

The hours will be from 6:00 PM- 9:00 PM.