Adult Educator

Job Description

Job Description

Catholic Charities Adult Educator Center is searching for an Adult Educator to join the team who is passionate about empowering adults through education.

In this role, you will be responsible for providing high-quality classroom instruction, developing engaging curricula, and supporting students as they work toward their educational and personal goals.

We are looking for an educator who is not only a skilled instructor but also culturally responsive and committed to our mission of serving the community with dignity and respect.

The ideal candidate will engage and support adult learners to improve their English language acquisition both in hybrid ESL classes. The ideal candidate has experience in teaching adults from diverse backgrounds and has a love of learning and teaching. Bilingual is preferred.

Key Responsibilities and Duties

• Instruction: Deliver effective classroom instruction across various levels of Adult Education.

• Curriculum Development: Design, revise, and evaluate lesson plans and curricula to ensure they meet the evolving needs of our diverse student body.

• Student Assessment: Regularly evaluate student progress using standardized assessment tools and qualitative feedback.

• Record Keeping: Maintain meticulous student records, including accurate attendance and performance data.

• Cultural Competency: Foster an inclusive learning environment by responding appropriately to the diverse cultural backgrounds of our students.

• Mission Alignment: Act as an ambassador for Catholic Charities, demonstrating our core values, vision, and mission in all interactions with staff, clients, and the public.

• Collaboration: Participate in departmental meetings and complete other duties as assigned to support program success.

Qualifications Required

• Bachelor's degree OR a satisfactory equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Associate's degree minimum requirement in a relevant field with at least 1 year in a teaching role, educating, presenting, or related experience
• NM Teaching Licensure preferred but must have the ability to obtain within first year of employment
• Certification in TESOL or bilingual education for ESL preferred with Adult Education experience
• One year of experience teaching adults or similar setting
• Experience with Distance Learning/Online Teaching
• Knowledge of ESL and HSE best practices
• Intermediate computer competency in MS Office and Windows
• Must be able to work independently with minimum supervision and able to relate to the public
• Multicultural experience preferred