Adult Education & Literacy-HSE Instructor- Evening

Adult Education & Literacy; University City (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

The University City School District Adult Education & Literacy program seeks an Evening ESL Orientation Instructor to support adults aiming to improve English skills in a community setting.

Responsibilities include planning and delivering lessons, identifying eligible students, maintaining records, and collaborating with staff and community partners to advance ESL achievement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• AEL certification preferred.
• Experience with urban students and adults.

Responsibilities

• Identify ESL students who meet eligibility for ESL services.
• Recommend entry and exit of students from the ESL program.
• Monitor progress of former ESL students in general education.
• Prepare ESL student data reports for staff.
• Interact positively with staff, students, parents and community members.
• Conduct ESL training sessions for faculty.
• Plan and deliver lessons based on ESL best practices.
• Maintain open communication with ESL students.
• Review and revise the ESL curriculum to standards.
• Provide resources and materials to enhance English proficiency.

Skills

ESL instruction

Lesson planning

Education

Bachelor’s degree

AEL certification preferred

Tools

Computer applications

Record-keeping systems

Job description

Adult Education & Literacy-HSE Instructor- Evening

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Job Details

Job ID: 5856826

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jul 27, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Position Summary:

The Adult Education & LiteracyOrientation Instructor mitigates primary language barriers for students assimilating English as a secondary language.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assists with identifying AEL students who meet eligibility standards for ESL services.
• Recommends entry and exit of students from the ESL program based on criteria established by District and AEL officials
• Monitors the achievement of former ESL students to ensure success in general education environments
• Prepares ESL student data reports for AEL faculty and staff
• Interacts positively with AEL staff, students, parents, and community members
• Conducts ESL professional development and training sessions for general education faculty
• Plans, prepares, and delivers lessons for students based on available research of ESL best practices
• Maintains open communication with ESL students
• Reviews and revises the ESL curriculum according to state and District standards
• Selects and provides resources and materials proven to assist ESL students to enhance English proficiency, e.g., hardware, software, texts, virtual/distance learning, etc.
• Performs all other duties as assigned by the Program Coordinator

Performance, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of federal and state-mandated English proficiency examinations
• Ability to diffuse the level of frustration experienced by ESL students
• Knowledge and experience with computer applications
• Ability to establish partnerships with community and civic organizations who can serve as a resource for the District’s ESL program

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree
• AEL certification preferred
• Previous work experience with urban students and adults
• Previous experience with electronic and manual record-keeping

The hours will be from 6:00 PM- 9:00 PM.

EEO Statement:

The School District of University City is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, or sex, including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity and other characteristics protected by law.

Learn more about The School District of University City at www.ucityschools.org

Position Type: Part-Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Clarence Ware , Coordinator
• Adult Education & Literacy
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]