GED Instructor (Downtown)

Kansas City Kansas Community College; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 56,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Kansas City Kansas Community College is seeking a GED Instructor (Downtown) to provide high-quality GED instruction and participate in the AOK program. The role focuses on adult learners, aligning with GED standards, and supporting pathways to postsecondary education and careers.

The instructor will develop engaging lesson plans, monitor student progress, and collaborate with workforce partners to enhance student persistence and success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in education, adult education, or related field.
• Experience with individualized learning approaches for basic academic skills.
• Strong organizational, communication, and data management skills.
• Ability to collaborate with diverse partners and organizations.

Responsibilities

• Deliver GED instruction in reading, writing, math, science, and social studies aligned with GED standards.
• Develop and implement lesson plans for diverse learning levels and goals.
• Utilize assessments and data to monitor progress and guide instruction.
• Support program integration with AOK and coordinate with partners for student transitions.

Skills

High energy

Lesson planning

Student-centered classroom

Classroom management

Multi-level adult learners

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in education

Master’s degree in education

Tools

LACES SIS

GED Ready

Microsoft Office

Job description

GED Instructor (Downtown)

JOB CLASSIFICATION

Pay grade level: 14

Compensation: $55,778- $76,693. Commensurate with Education and Experience.

Employee category: Full-Time Staff

Department: Adult and Continuing Education

Reports to: Assistant Director, Adult Education

FLSA status: Exempt

Job Code: AA012FTEGED

Location: Primarily KCKCC Community Education, Health and Wellness Center- Downtown (KCK CEHWC), but any other college location as assigned by the appropriate administrator.

Summary

The Adult Education Instructor is responsible for providing high-quality instruction and support to adult learners seeking to earn a GED credential and/or transition into postsecondary education or career pathways. This position delivers GED instruction in core academic areas, including basic literacy and math through high school equivalency, writing, science, and social studies, while also facilitating the AOK program, which integrates adult education, workforce preparation, and career pathway navigation. The instructor plays a critical role in student persistence, skill attainment, and successful transitions to employment or further education. They will ensure compliance with all aspects of adult education as required by the Adult and Family Literacy Act (AEFLA), the Kansas Board of Regents (KBOR), and Kansas City Kansas Community College (KCKCC). Instruction will include adult students, 16 years of age and older, at all academic levels.

Position Description

GED Instruction

• Provide instructional services in reading, writing, mathematics, science, and social studies aligned with GED standards and the Kansas Board of Regents.
• Develop and implement lesson plans that address diverse learning styles and skill levels to ensure every student makes adequate progress related to their learning goals.
• Utilize formative and summative assessments, including GED Ready practice tests, to monitor student progress and guide instruction.
• Integrate digital literacy, employability skills, and academic rigor into classroom instruction.
• Maintain accurate student records, attendance, assessments, and progress data in the LACES Student Information System.
• Support students in goal setting, test readiness, and persistence toward GED completion by advising students during enrollment and minimally every three weeks thereafter.
• Engage in staff development activities with other adult education staff, both within and outside of KCKCC, during the academic year to enhance the quality of instruction, meeting the required number of PD hours set by KCKCC Adult Education.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Assistant Director/Director.

Accelerating Opportunities Kansas (AOK) Facilitation

• Facilitate the AOK program by supporting students wishing to enroll in approved AO-K career pathway programs.
• Collaborate with workforce, postsecondary, and community partners to support student transitions to training and employment.
• Assist students with career exploration, postsecondary planning, and workforce readiness activities.
• Monitor and document AOK participant outcomes, including measurable skill gains, credential attainment, and transitions.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• High energy, self-starter who can work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to create and implement effective lesson plans.
• Ability to create and maintain a student-centered classroom.
• Ability to demonstrate classroom management skills.
• Ability to work with multi-level adult learners.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office software, online resources, and classroom technology.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in education, adult education, or related field.
• Training, experience, and/or coursework in individual learning methodology in basic academic skill areas, including reading, writing, and mathematics, to improve learner academic skills.
• Strong organizational, communication, and data management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with individuals from a variety of backgrounds and partner organizations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in education, adult education, or related field.
• Teaching experience, especially K-12.
• Experience with Accelerating Opportunities Kansas or integrated education and training (IET) models.
• Coaching and instructing Adult Education/Adult Learners.
• Experience teaching high school equivalency skills to adult learners, preferably GED® preparation.

WORKING CONDITIONS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, talk, hear, walk, and sit. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally push or lift items.

WORK SCHEDULE

Full-time 40 hours per week. Must be able to work a variable schedule/hour to meet operational needs. May require evening and weekend hours.

KCKCC is an Equal Opportunity Employer