HSE and Literacy Instructor - Part Time - LBJ Job Corp

Southwestern Community College; Franklin (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Southwestern Community College is seeking an HSE & Literacy Instructor to deliver high-quality adult education in HSE and Literacy. You will design engaging, student-centered lessons, align with standards, and use performance data to adjust instruction for diverse learners.

The role requires collaboration with partner sites, strong communication skills, and a commitment to ongoing professional development to support student success inside and outside the classroom.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching adult learners.
• Understanding of adult learning principles.
• Familiarity with HSE instruction and GED/HiSET prep best practices.
• Data-driven lesson planning and contextualized learning across Reading, Writing, Math, Science, and Social Studies.
• Strong organizational skills and accurate record keeping.
• Effective communication with students, faculty, staff and community partners.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and professional competence.
• Proficiency in using technology for instruction and administrative tasks.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver engaging, student-centered lessons aligned with NCCC Adult Education Standards and using data to guide instruction.
• Implement contextualized curriculum across Reading, Writing, Math, Science, and Social Studies to support diverse learners.
• Prepare and teach courses with flexibility to meet program needs.
• Foster an inclusive, supportive learning environment and support student retention and program growth.
• Maintain accurate student records, attendance, and progress; submit reports timely; attend meetings.
• Establish and maintain relationships with students, faculty, staff, and partner locations; communicate regularly with sites.

Skills

Adult teaching experience

Adult learning principles

Technology for instruction

Organizational skills

Professional development

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Education, English, Mathematics, Science, History, Adult Education, or related field

Job description

Position Summary

The HSE & Literacy Instructor is responsible for providing high-quality instruction to adult learners in High School Equivalency (HSE) and Literacy courses. The instructor will design and implement engaging, student-centered lesson plans that align with NCCC Adult Education Standards and use student performance data to guide instruction. This position requires effective communication and relationship management with partner locations, faculty, staff, and students to support learning and student success inside and outside the classroom.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, English, Mathematics, Science, History, Adult Education, or a related field.
• Experience teaching adult learners and an understanding of adult learning principles.
• Familiarity with High School Equivalency (HSE) instruction and best practices for preparing students for GED/HiSET exams.
• Experience in lesson planning that incorporates data-driven instruction and contextualized learning in Reading, Writing, Math, Science, and Social Studies.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to maintain accurate student records.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective communication and collaborative relationships with students, faculty, staff, and community partners.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and maintaining professional competence.
• Proficiency in using technology for instruction, student engagement, and administrative tasks.

Duties And Responsibilities

Instruction & Lesson Planning

• Develop and deliver engaging, student-centered lessons that align with NCCC Adult Education Standards and meet the needs of diverse learners.
• Utilize student performance data to guide instruction and ensure academic growth.
• Implement contextualized curriculum in Reading, Writing, Math, Science, and Social Studies to enhance learning.
• Prepare and teach assigned courses with some flexibility offered.

Student Support & Retention

• Foster an inclusive, supportive, and engaging learning environment for adult learners.
• Assist in student retention and recruitment efforts to promote program growth.
• Provide individualized instruction and support to help students meet their academic and career goals.

Administrative Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate student records, including attendance, student folders, and progress tracking.
• Submit all required college reports in an accurate and timely manner.
• Attend instructor and departmental meetings as scheduled.

Collaboration & Professional Development

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and partner locations.
• Communicate regularly with partner sites to ensure program alignment and smooth operation.
• Stay up to date on best practices in adult education through professional development opportunities.