Adult Education (AEL) Instructor – Project based - 79900

St. Charles Community College; Lake Saint Louis (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

St. Charles Community College is looking for a part-time Project-Based AEL Instructor to instruct adult learners in math, language, and other subjects. Candidates should have strong math skills and confidence in teaching reading/language arts, and employability skills.

This role involves preparing class materials, planning instructional activities based on student needs, and working cooperatively with agencies to facilitate post-secondary transitions. A Bachelor's degree and Adult Education certification are required.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree is required.
• Adult Education and Literacy certification required, which can be provided by SCC.
• Previous adult education/literacy experience is preferred.
• Previous ESL teaching experience is also preferred.

Responsibilities

• Instruct adult learners in reading, writing, and math.
• Cooperate with other agencies for student transitions to further education.
• Plan and conduct group instructional activities on time.
• Prepare materials and homework for students.
• Adapt instructional activities based on individual needs.

Skills

Strong math skills

Teaching reading/language arts

Workforce concepts knowledge

Employability skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Adult Education and Literacy certification

Job description

Founded in 1986, St. Charles Community College (SCC) has a reputation as one of the best two-year colleges in the state of Missouri. SCC's service area includes a six-county region with a population exceeding 540,000. SCC's main campus, located in Cottleville, has won architectural awards for its innovative, contemporary design. The college's Dardenne Creek Campus features the Center for Healthy Living and the Field to Table Institute. Opening Fall 2025, the Innovation West Campus located in Wentzville features the Regional Workforce Innovation Center. With a focus on innovation, St. Charles Community College is a leader in delivering high quality education in a state-of-the-art learning environment. The success of SCC is rooted in the mission of serving the community by "focusing on academic excellence, student success, workforce advancement, and life-long learning within a global society."

The Adult Education and Literacy Department at St. Charles Community College is seeking a part‑time, Project‑Based AEL Instructor. The instructor will be responsible for preparing for, instructing, and managing a class of adult learners studying math, language, and other subjects at different ability levels. Students may be adults learning the English language and/or studying to pass their high school equivalency exam. Candidate should have strong math skills and confidence in teaching reading/language arts, workforce concepts, and employability skills to students.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Instruct adult learners in the areas of reading, writing, and math
• Works cooperatively with other agencies to prepare appropriate students for transition to post‑secondary education or workforce training.
• Plans and conducts group instructional activities to begin and end at posted class times. Prepares materials for volunteers and provides homework for students
• Plans individual, small group, and large group instructional activities based on individual student needs.
• Documents lesson plans and teaching strategies on Lesson Plan Overview

Minimum Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree.
• Adult Education and Literacy certification required; this certification can be provided by SCC for the right candidate.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous adult education/literacy experience preferred.
• Previous ESL teaching experience preferred.

Applicants

This is a project‑based and grant‑funded role. Experience will be considered.

St. Charles Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.