Adult Education - Foundations of A Teacher Aide Instructor

Dutchess County BOCES; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 62,000; Part time

Job summary

The Adult Learning Institute (ALI) is seeking an experienced instructor to lead a comprehensive training course for individuals interested in or currently working as teacher aides in K-12 settings. This part-time evening role focuses on practical skills, professional demeanor, and supporting diverse learners including students with IEPs and ELL, while aligning with licensed teachers.

The position emphasizes preparation of adult learners to contribute to a positive classroom environment and to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education or related field; Master’s preferred.
• K-12 teaching license or adult education credential.
• 3+ years in K-12 classrooms with diverse learners, IEPs and ELL.
• 1-3 years instructing or mentoring adult learners in vocational, college, or community settings.

Responsibilities

• Prepare adult learners to confidently contribute to a positive and effective classroom environment.
• Cover key instructional areas: paraprofessional roles, classroom organization, communication, diverse learners support, IEPs/504 Plans, behavior management, basic instructional support, communicating with nonverbal students, and ethical/legal considerations.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication

Diverse learners support

IEP/504 knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education

Master's degree (preferred)

K-12 teaching license

Adult Education Credential

Job description

Adult Education - Foundations of A Teacher Aide Instructor JobID: 2605

• Date Posted: 8/12/2026
• Closing Date: 09/08/2026

Anticipated

Adult Education - Foundations of A Teacher Aide Instructor

GENERAL STATEMENT OF JOB:

The Adult Learning Institute (ALI) is seeking an experienced instructor to lead a comprehensive training course for individuals interested in or currently working as teacher aides (paraprofessionals) in K-12 educational settings. This course is designed to equip adult learners with the essential knowledge, practical skills, and professional demeanor necessary to effectively support diverse learners and licensed teachers.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Part-time, Evenings

SUPERVISES

N/A

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND COMPETENCIES:

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Special Education, or a related field (Master's preferred).
• K-12 Teaching License or Adult Education Credential (e.g., Cert IV / State Certification where required).
• 3+ years working in K-12 classrooms with diverse learners, IEPs, and ELL students.
• 1-3 years instructing or mentoring adult learners in vocational, college, or community settings.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Key instructional areas include the roles and responsibilities of a paraprofessional, classroom organization and management, effective communication, supporting diverse learners (e.g., students with disabilities, English language learners), an introduction to Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and 504 Plans, behavior management strategies, basic instructional support techniques, communicating with nonverbal students, and ethical and legal considerations in education.
• The instructor will be responsible for preparing adult learners to confidently contribute to a positive and effective classroom environment.

SALARY:

$40-$45 per hour (depending on experience)