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Part-Time Instructor, English Second Language and Adult Basic Education
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What they do
An Adult Basic Education or Literacy Instructor works with adults, including young adults who are out of school, to improve literacy and strengthen basic skills in reading, writing and math. Helps students to learn English or gain a high school diploma or equivalent certificate. Assesses students' educational levels, skills and goals, and differentiates instruction as needed for adults at different levels in one class. May focus on basic skills as needed for a particular occupation, or assist students with developing study skills or job search skills, or help students connect with social services.
$58,262 / year median in Maryland
+2% projected growth
Job Description
Part-Time Instructor, English Second Language and Adult Basic Education at Chesapeake College Part-Time Instructor, English Second Language and Adult Basic Education at Chesapeake College in Greensboro, Maryland Posted in 1 day ago.
Type:
part-time Part-Time Instructor, Adult Education (ESL/ABE)
- Chesapeake College Chesapeake College's Adult and Community Education Program is hiring part-time instructors to teach Adult Basic Education (ABE) and/or English as a Second Language (ESL) at community locations across Queen Anne, Kent, Caroline, Talbot, and Dorchester counties on Maryland's Eastern Shore. Classes are offered in-person and online. Current Openings ESL Instructor
- Mon/Wed, 6:00-8:30 PM
- Ridgely, MD (Caroline County), in-person ESL Instructor
- Tue/Thu, 10:00 AM-12:30 PM
- Chestertown, MD (Kent County), in-person ABE/Math Instructor
- Tue/Thu, 5:30-8:00 PM
- Cambridge, MD (Dorchester County), in-person The Role ESL instructors help adult students build speaking, reading, writing, and numeracy skills to advance their employment and participate more fully in their communities.
Classes range from beginner to advanced and are sometimes multi-level. Instruction centers on language competency but can also include cultural knowledge, digital literacy, and other workplace
- and community-relevant skills.
ABE instructors help adult students strengthen reading, writing, and numeracy across math, language arts, science, and social studies as they work toward a high school diploma via the GED. Instruction also supports students pursuing post-secondary education, skilled trades, college placement exams, and stronger digital, financial, and professional skills. Most classes meet two evenings per week (Mon/Wed or Tue/Thu) for 2-2.5 hours; some morning sections are available depending on location and student need. Compensation & Schedule $26/hour for all positions 7.5 hours/week per class assignment, plus opportunities for substitute hours Paid planning time, professional development, and peer support included Requirements Bachelor's degree Strong command of English and basic math Respectful, effective communication with adult learners from diverse backgrounds Basic technology skills: video conferencing (Zoom) or online learning platforms for instruction; email, Excel, and an employee self-service portal for administrative tasks What Makes a Strong Candidate Adapts teaching methods to meet varied student needs Creates a classroom environment
- physical and interpersonal
- that supports learning Communicates well with students, staff, and administration; coordinates with the assigned Student Navigator on orientation, testing, and other student support Reliable with attendance records, timesheets, and other deadlines Prior teaching experience or experience in multicultural settings is a plus but not required.
We welcome candidates from other professions with transferable skills and will train the right people. Eligibility This is a grant-funded position; the number of classes and instructors depends on enrollment. Candidates must reside in Maryland or a contiguous state (Delaware, Pennsylvania, Virginia, West Virginia, or Washington, D.C.) and be currently authorized to work in the U.S. Visa sponsorship is not available. How to Apply Send a resume and cover letter to Eric Friesth, Interim Instructional Coordinator, at efriesth@chesapeake.edu. In your cover letter, please note: Whether you're interested in teaching ESL, ABE, or both, and how your background applies Which counties you can teach in-person Your availability (days/times)
Benefits
- Professional Development