Adult Education Teacher Job at Goodwill Industries of Central Texas, Austin, TX

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  • Goodwill Industries of Central Texas
  • Austin, TX

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

The Adult Education Teacher provides basic reading, writing, and math instruction to adult learners. The ideal candidate will create a supportive learning environment and develop personalized teaching strategies to meet the diverse needs of students.

Role and Responsibilities

  • Design and deliver engaging lesson plans tailored to adult learners with varying skill levels.
  • Teach basic literacy and numeracy skills, including reading comprehension, writing, and foundational math.
  • Assess students’ learning needs and progress through formal and informal evaluations.
  • Adapt teaching methods and materials to accommodate different learning styles and cultural backgrounds.
  • Foster a positive and inclusive classroom environment that encourages active participation and confidence building.
  • Provide individualized support and guidance to help students achieve their learning goals.
  • Maintain accurate records of attendance, progress, and achievements.
  • Collaborate with other educators, administrators, and support staff.
  • Stay updated on best practices and resources in adult education.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibility

This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.

Required Skills & Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in education or a related field.
  • Previous experience teaching or tutoring adult learners.
  • Strong understanding of basic literacy and numeracy concepts.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to motivate and inspire adult learners.
  • Proficient in using technology and digital tools for instruction.
  • Commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive learning environment.
  • Flexibility to work occasional evenings or weekends is required.
  • Ability to conduct and/or translate training sessions in English and Spanish preferred.

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to work in both a climate and non-climate-controlled facility.
  • Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds at times.
  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, and talk or hear.
  • The ability to cope with and tolerate moderate levels of stress is also a necessity. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

What We Offer

  • Comprehensive Health Coverage : We provide top-tier medical, dental, and vision insurance to ensure you and your family stay healthy and happy.
  • Generous Paid Time Off : Recharge with our generous PTO policy, which includes vacation days, personal days, and company-wide holidays.
  • Paid Parental Leave: We understand the importance of family. We offer a generous parental leave policy to support you during this significant life event.
  • Professional Development Opportunities : We believe in continuous growth! Take advantage of our access to workshops and online courses.
  • Wellness Programs : Prioritize your well-being with our wellness initiatives, including gym memberships and mental health support.
  • Employee Recognition Programs : We celebrate our team members’ achievements with recognition awards.
  • Diverse and Inclusive Culture : Join a workplace that values diversity and inclusion, with regular team-building activities and events that foster a sense of belonging.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status. Post offer background check is required to ensure applicant meets all eligibility requirements for the assigned customer/location. Alternative work locations may be offered as appropriate.

Job Tags

Holiday work, Afternoon shift,

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