Adult Education Instructor (Temporary/Part-Time)

District; Somerton (AZ); On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Somerton Elementary School District seeks an Adult Education instructor to deliver ESL and GED prep courses, develop lessons based on state standards, and collaborate with staff to support student retention.

The position is temporary and grant-funded, with a 33.00 per hour rate, no benefits, and a requirement for a Bachelor's in Education, state adult education certification, and bilingual abilities in English and Spanish preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education.
• Ability to obtain State Board of Education Adult Education Certification.
• Flexible schedule required.
• Fluency in Spanish and English preferred.
• One year teaching experience in Adult Education preferred.
• Fingerprint Clearance Card required at time of hiring.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver ESL/GED courses based on Adult Education Standards.
• Collaborate with staff to improve student retention and attendance.
• Prepare lesson plans and conduct classes for adults.
• Monitor performance and provide targeted academic assistance.
• Participate in professional development and mandatory staff meetings.
• Attend out-of-town meetings/trainings as needed.
• Respond to emails in a timely manner.

Skills

Adult Education Standards

Curriculum Development

Assessment Skills

Oral & Written Communication

Classroom Management

Bilingual (Spanish/English)

Computers / Educational Tech

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education

State Board of Education Adult Education Certification

Tools

Educational technology

Lesson planning software

Job description

SCHOOL/DEPARTMENT: Adult Education

TYPE: Certified STATUS: Exempt SALARY LEVEL: ($33.00 Per Hour (Not eligible for Benefits Package) WORK CALENDAR: Paid on Time Sheets START DATE: September 2026

NOTE: This is a temporary, grant funded position.

REPORTS TO: Adult Education Director

DEFINITION: Under limited supervision, provides educational instruction in assigned area(s) of specialty, grade and program level in compliance with approved academic standards and curriculum for Somerton Elementary School District.

Essential Functions

(Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. This list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class).

Tasks

• Work with the Adult Education Director to develop and deliver a course of study based on the Adult Education Standards in the areas of reading, writing, listening and speaking of English as a Second Language for adults who lack English proficiency.
• Work collaboratively with program staff in student retention and attendance for ESOL/GED prep classes.
• Prepare lesson plans based on Adult Education Standards and conduct classes for adults.
• Monitor and assess class performance and make appropriate recommendations.
• Assess and provide additional academic assistance to those students who require it.
• Participate in required professional development activities and mandatory staff meetings.
• Available to attend out of town meetings and trainings.
• Respond to emails in a timely manner.

Knowledge And Skills And Other Characteristics Required

• Knowledge of adult education standards, principles, practices and methods.
• Knowledge of classroom teaching methods and techniques.
• Knowledge of lesson plan development.
• Skill in developing appropriate curriculum for adult education and teaching standards.
• Skill in assessing student participation and advancement.
• Skill in effective oral and written communication.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
• Skill in computers.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Work is performed in both indoor and outdoor environments. Work requires frequent standing, walking, bending, lifting and/or carrying up to 30 pounds. May be exposed to infectious diseases and body fluid borne pathogens.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's degree, preferably in Education. Ability to obtain State Board of Education, Adult Education Certification. Ability to work a flexible schedule. Fluency in both Spanish and English is preferred. One (1) year teaching experience in Adult Education preferred. Fingerprint Clearance Card (IVP) required at time of hiring.