Instructor Adult Basic Education and Literacy (ESL / ABE / HSE / IET / EL Civics) - Daytime Adjunct Faculty

Instructor Adult Basic Education and Literacy (ESL / ABE / HSE / IET / EL Civics) - Daytime Adjunct Faculty 🔍Houston, Texas, System Wide 📁 Adjunct 📅230031Q Requisition #📅Jun 25, 2025 Post Date

SUMMARY

Provide the expertise and knowledge that support the Adult Education and Literacy curriculum and programs. Establish courses following accepted Texas Adult Education and Literacy Content standards, teach students using a variety of effective methodologies and provide engagement and support activities that encourage student learning. The role of the Instructor encompasses teaching distance learning, academic advising, professional development and institutional and community service. Provide quality instruction to adult learners, integrating meaningful classroom activities and valuable experience that facilitate student learning goals and workforce training and employment skills.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Provide ABE activities and instruction across a continuum, from pre- and basic literacy through elementary levels, culminating with competencies equivalent to the eight-grade level. Instruction includes reading, mathematics, communication skills, social studies, physical sciences and health, Digital Literacy and career and college readiness competencies;

Provide ASE activities and instruction comparable to the competencies developed in secondary high school and college development education;

Provide instruction to help students earn the TxCHSE by successfully passing one of three tests (TASC, HiSET, GED) issued by TEA;

Provide ESL activities and instruction designed to support English Language Learners in achieving competence in reading, writing speaking, and comprehension of English that leads to attainment of a secondary school diploma or its recognized equivalent, followed by transition to postsecondary education and training or employment;

Provided Integrated EL Civics instruction to adult English Language Learners, including professionals with degrees and credentials in their native countries, and enable them to achieve competency in English and acquire the basic and more advanced skills necessary to function effectively as parents, workers, and citizens in the United States;

Provide instruction in literacy, ESL, and the rights and responsibilities of citizenship and civic participation;

Provide instruction that will teach students the skills in obtaining postsecondary and training credentials that are of value to local businesses;

Provide instruction for students to learn career and college planning including establishing short-term ­and long-term goals. Additional instruction on employment and training awareness, career and college readiness, and transition skills;

Provide AEL instruction and activities for students concurrently and contextually with Workforce Preparation Activities and Workforce Training for specific occupations identified as existing and emerging in-demand or targeted occupations or occupational clusters;

Provide Distance Learning activities in which participants and instructors are separated by geography, time, or both for most of the instructional period;

Provide instruction on Financial Literacy.

1.Teaching :

• a.Demonstrate skill and / or knowledge in teaching discipline;
• b.Make continuous efforts to improve the quality of instruction by reviewing and utilizing innovative methodologies, techniques, and delivery methods;
• c.Use the AEL standard syllabus for each course type and departmental guidelines;
• d.Plan, develop, and use a variety of teaching methods and materials that assist students in meeting course objectives and which are appropriate for students with differing educational and experiential backgrounds and learning styles;
• e.Evaluate students to measure their progress toward achievement of stated course objectives and inform them of their progress in the course in a timely manner;
• f.Keep accurate student records and submit related reports and forms within requested timelines;
• g.Teach courses at a variety of times and locations in response to institutional needs;

h.Use equipment and facilities responsibly and courteously; and

i.Demonstrate competence and interest in the use of technology in the classroom and willingness to explore new instructional methodologies.

2.Academic Advising :

c.Provide presentations on a particular academic fields or workforce training programs and discuss opportunities for academic transfers and work (co-ops, part-time, work-study) as well as support services, scholarships, etc.; and

d.Work with Program Director to take on appropriate academic advising activities as needed by the AEL Program. (For examples, please refer to the HCC Faculty Workload Guidelines).

3.Professional Development :

c.Learn and apply technologies that support student learning and

e.Willingness to complete four hours of New Employee Induction (NEI) orientation and two hours of classroom observation in an AEL class; and

f.Willingness to complete 15 PD hours, which must include principles of adult learning and at least another six hours, must be in relevant areas of literacy instruction. Additional six hours of PD must be in content areas, but the content must be related and relevant to the purpose of the AEL program.

4.Institutional and Community Service :

a.Be familiar with and adhere to all policies and procedures of HCCS; and

b.Participate in activities required to maintain program and college accreditation standards.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. The qualifications listed below are representative of the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and / or abilities required.

EDUCATION

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university required. Texas Teaching Certificate preferred.

EXPERIENCE

One (1) year of teaching experience required.

Teaching experience working with adult students in a multi-level setting preferred. Experience working with a diverse population is preferred.

Experience with curriculum development.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by their supervisor.

This job description may be revised upon development of other duties and changes in responsibilities.

The Organization

Houston Community College (HCC) is composed of 14 Centers of Excellence and numerous satellite centers that serve the diverse communities in the Greater Houston area by preparing individuals to live and work in an increasingly international and technological society. HCC is one of the country’s largest singly-accredited, open-admission, community colleges offering associate degrees, certificates, workforce training, and lifelong learning opportunities.

The Team

Play a central role at HCC as you keep our everyday operations running like clockwork. You’ll get the chance to make things happen and work closely with inspiring leaders across different parts of the institution. Whether your role is supportive, administrative, financial or something else, you’ll be part of a dynamic team that not only provides HCC students with cutting-edge academic and career tools, it also takes care of its people.

Location

Houston is a city with limitless possibilities :

EEO Statement

Houston Community College does not discriminate on the bases of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation or veteran’s status. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies :

Sandra Jacobson, Interim Director EEO / Compliance / Title IX Coordinator

Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX

PO Box 667517

Houston TX, 77266

713 718.8271 or hcc.oeotix@hccs.edu

HCC values its employees and their contributions, promotes opportunities for their professional growth and development, and provides a positive working and learning environment that encourages involvement, innovation, and creativity.

Individuals with disabilities, who require special accommodations to interview, should contact (713) 718-8565.