Adult Education English Language Learning (ELL) Instructor

SCHEDULE:

Part-Time, Hybrid; approximately 8 hours per week within the program's Monday-Thursday operating window; additional hours may be required based on program needs

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
• Experience teaching or supporting English Language Learners (ELL) or adult learners, or willingness to learn adult education instructional practices
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated proficiency with technology, including Google Workspace, video conferencing platforms, learning management systems, and digital productivity tools
• Ability to motivate, encourage, and effectively communicate with adult learners from diverse linguistic and cultural backgrounds
• Ability to maintain accurate student records and meet program reporting requirements
• Willingness to learn Adult Education instructional platforms, assessment tools, student

information systems, and testing software

• Understanding of student confidentiality and privacy laws
• Willingness to work evening hours as program needs require

Preferred

• Experience teaching English as a Second Language (ESL), English Language Learning (ELL), Adult Basic Education (ABE), or English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)
• Familiarity with Indiana Adult Education standards and English language proficiency assessments, including TABE CLAS-E or similar assessments
• Experience using Essential Education, Google Classroom, Google Meet, Zoom, or comparable instructional technology
• Knowledge of adult education, workforce development, and community resources available to multilingual learners

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide engaging, standards-based instruction in English language acquisition, including reading, writing, listening, speaking, vocabulary development, grammar, pronunciation, and

functional English needed for employment, postsecondary education, and community participation

• Deliver instruction that supports adult learners in achieving educational, workforce, and personal goals, including employment, postsecondary education, and citizenship preparation
• Develop and adapt lesson plans aligned with Indiana Adult Education standards and English language proficiency objectives
• Assess student progress using approved Adult Education assessments and instructional data
• Maintain accurate attendance, assessment records, and required program documentation in accordance with Indiana Department of Workforce Development (DWD) guidelines
• Assist with student orientation, intake, goal setting, educational planning, and transition services
• Encourage student persistence through regular communication, follow-up, and individualized support
• Collaborate with Adult Education staff, community partners, and support service agencies to promote student success and successful transitions
• Participate in required staff meetings, professional development, and program training
• Maintain a safe, positive, and inclusive learning environment that values cultural and linguistic diversity
• Perform all other duties as assigned by the administration