Adult Education/Literacy Instructor, Part-Time, 2026-2027

SAINT LOUIS PUBLIC SCHOOLS; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

SAINT LOUIS PUBLIC SCHOOLS seeks an Adult Basic Education Instructor to guide students toward High School Equivalency readiness. The role offers a flexible, competency-based program and supports adult learners in math, language arts, science and social studies.

The instructor will plan curriculum, develop materials, assess progress, and maintain records. A Bachelor's degree and the ability to obtain an AEL certificate are required, with three years of related experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• Able to obtain an Adult Education and Literacy Teacher Certificate.
• Minimum of three years job-related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervises all students assigned in instructional activities.
• Meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and times designated.
• Plans and develops curriculum to meet competency requirements for the academic areas.
• Develops and adapts instructional materials and experiences to meet individual student needs, aptitudes and interests.
• Assesses and records student accomplishments on a regular basis through an approved DESE format.
• Maintains accurate attendance, progress, and enrollment records on students and follows Adult Education and Literacy procedures for reporting student attendance.
• Teaches and enforces safety policies and practices required by federal and state laws, the school district and the department.
• Develops and implements a variety of teaching strategies.
• Establishes and maintains an effective climate for learning.
• Supervises tutors, when assigned.
• Serves as positive role model and leader for students to follow.
• Attends and participates in professional development and staff meetings.
• Follows District’s policies and procedures as adopted by the Board of Education.
• Communicates regularly with contacts and field staff.
• As part of the program evaluation process, maintains a Program Recruitment and Retention Plan.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
• Proficient in computer-related programs such as Microsoft Office Suite, and Adobe.
• Able to teach a wide range of class content that includes: Math, Language Arts-Reading and Writing, Science, Social Studies and computer skills

Skills

Guiding adult learners

Logical thinking

Interpreting instructions

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Adult Education and Literacy Teacher Certificate (able to obtain)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Adobe

Job description

Position Title:

Adult Basic Education Instructor

Payroll/Personnel Type:

Part-Time

Job #:

9403

Reports to:

Supervisor of Adult Education and Literacy

Shift Length:

Varies

Union Eligibility:

Not Eligible

Position Summary:

The AEL Instructor provides students with a program of study that teaches High School Equivalency Skills, meets the individual needs, interests and abilities of students, and develops employ-ability skills.

Essential Functions:

• Supervises all students assigned in instructional activities
• Meets and instructs assigned classes in the locationsand at the times designated
• Plans and develops curriculum to meet competency requirements for the academic areas
• Develops and adapts instructional materials and experiences to meet individual student needs, aptitudes and interests
• Assesses and records student accomplishments on a regular basis through an approved DESE format
• Maintains accurate attendance, progress, and enrollment records on students and follows Adult Education and Literacy procedures for reporting student attendance
• Teaches and enforces safety policies and practices required by federal and state laws, the school district and the department
• Develops and implements a varietyof teaching strategies
• Establishes and maintains aneffective climate for learning
• Supervises tutors, when assigned
• Serves as positive role model andleader for students to follow
• Attends and participates in professional development and staff meetings
• Follows District’s policies and procedures as adopted by the Board of Education
• Communicates regularlywith contacts and field staff
• As part of the program evaluation process, maintains a ProgramRecruitment and Retention Plan
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned
• Proficient in the computer-related programs, such as Microsoft Office Suite, and Adobe
• Able to teach a wide range of class content that includes: Math, Language Arts-Reading and Writing, Science, Social Studies andcomputer skills

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Must put the interests of students first, set high expectations and demand high quality performance
• Skilled in guiding adult learners
• Apply principles of logical thinking to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions
• Ability to interpret instructions furnished in written or oral form
• Ability to effectively work and interact with others

Experience:

• Minimum of three years job related experience(preferred)

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree (required)
• Able to obtain an Adult Education and Literacy Teacher Certificate

Physical Requirements:

• Must be physically able to operate a motor vehicle
• Must be able to exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to lift, carry, push, and pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body
• Light work usually requires walking or standing to a significant degree

Working Conditions and Environment:

• Work is routinely performed in a typical interior/office environment
• Very limited or no exposure to physical risk

Disclaimer:

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.