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.
Adult Education Social Studies Teacher (evening hours)
Warren Woods Public Schools
Adult Education Center - Warren, Michigan This job is also posted in Warren Woods Public Schools
Job Details
Job ID:
5885609
Application Deadline:
Posted until filled
Posted:
Yesterday
Starting Date:
Immediately
Job Description
Endorsements:
Michigan Teacher Certification 6-12 endorsement required in one of the following combinations: CX, RX and CE, CA, CB/CC, CD and CE
Salary:
$28.00 per hour or per WWEA agreement for members
Schedule:
5 Hours per week total
Thursdays
5:30 PM - 10:00 PM includes 1/2 hour prep
Summary:
Provide classroom facilitation and student instruction in self-paced learning center Adult Education classroom at both Adult Basic Education and High School Completion/Equivalency levels in the following courses: Civics/Government, Economics, Native American History, Psychology, Sociology, Street Law, US History & Geography, and World History
Work with adults and at-risk students in a cooperative learning environment
Participate with other instructors in curriculum development within Michigan content standards guidelines and College and Career Readiness standards
Effectively manage classroom with regards to student participation, behavior, NRS assessment testing, and record-keeping responsibilities
Monitor attendance and assist in compiling student data for periodic grant accountability reports
Qualifications:
Valid Michigan teaching certificate required, appropriate 6-12 endorsement required
CX, or
RX and CE, or
CA, CB/CC, CD, and CE
Successful teaching experience with adult and/or alternative student population
Additionally:
Personal commitment to goals of modern Adult and Community Education and high school completion programs, including credit recovery
Demonstrate ability to integrate current technology into classroom experience
Demonstrate ability to design and/or modify curriculum to best meet instructional needs of Adult Education population within Michigan content standards
Working knowledge of accountability practices for grant reporting
Subject to professional development requirements
Regular, reliable and punctual attendance is an essential function of the position
Other duties as assigned
