Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors
Teach or instruct out-of-school youths and adults in basic education, literacy, or English as a Second Language classes, or in classes for earning a high school equivalency credential.
38 alternate job titles:
Academic Specialist
Adult Basic Education Instructor (ABE Instructor)
Adult Basic Education Teacher (ABE Teacher)
Adult Basic Studies Teacher
Adult Education Coordinator
Adult Education Instructor
Adult Education Specialist
Adult Education Teacher
Adult Educator
Adult ESL Instructor (Adult English as a Second Language Instructor)
Adult ESL Teacher (Adult English as a Second Language Teacher)
Adult Literacy Instructor
Adult Literacy Teacher
Adult Remedial Education Instructor
Adult School Teacher
Adult Secondary Education Instructor
Bilingual Instructor
Bilingual Teacher
Community Education Specialist
English Instructor
English Teacher
ESL Instructor (English as a Second Language Instructor)
ESL Teacher (English as a Second Language Teacher)
ESOL Instructor (English for Speakers of Other Languages Instructor)
ESOL Teacher (English for Speakers of Other Languages Teacher)
GED Instructor (General Educational Development Instructor)
GED Preparation Teacher (General Educational Development Preparation Teacher)
GED Teacher (General Educational Development Teacher)
General Education Teacher
Instructor
Literacy Coach
Literacy Specialist
Literacy Teacher
Math Teacher (Mathematics Teacher)
Reading Specialist
Reading Teacher
Remedial Reading, Math, or Other Subject Teacher
Teacher
Salary Information
Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors: $59,950 (median) per year.
Starting salary (10th percentile).
Required expreience: Varies by Company
Data source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Daily Tasks & Responsibilities
| Task Description | Category |
|---|---|
| Modify teaching methods or materials to accommodate student needs. | General |
| Plan educational activities. | General |
| Apply multiple teaching methods. | General |
| Set up classroom materials or equipment. | General |
| Teach life skills. | General |
| Teach classes in area of specialization. | General |
| Encourage students. | General |
| Establish rules or policies governing student behavior. | General |
| Advise students on academic or career matters. | General |
| Assign class work to students. | General |
| Perform student enrollment or registration activities. | General |
| Prepare tests. | General |
| Enforce rules or policies governing student behavior. | General |
| Document lesson plans. | General |
| Prepare reports detailing student activities or performance. | General |
| Select educational materials or equipment. | General |
| Distribute instructional or library materials. | General |
| Order instructional or library materials or equipment. | General |
| Promote educational institutions or programs. | General |
| Serve on institutional or departmental committees. | General |
| Plan experiential learning activities. | General |
| Schedule instructional activities. | General |
| Assist students with special educational needs. | General |
| Train staff members. | General |
| Monitor student performance. | Maintenance |
| Maintain student records. | Maintenance |
| Evaluate student work. | Analysis |
| Assess educational needs of students. | Analysis |
| Administer tests to assess educational needs or progress. | Analysis |
| Evaluate effectiveness of educational programs. | Analysis |
| Evaluate performance of educational staff. | Analysis |
| Develop instructional objectives. | Development |
| Develop strategies or programs for students with special needs. | Development |
| Create technology-based learning materials. | Development |
| Collaborate with other teaching professionals to develop educational programs. | Development |
| Attend training sessions or professional meetings to develop or maintain professional knowledge. | Development |
| Discuss problems or issues with supervisors. | Communication |
| Collaborate with other agencies and institutions to coordinate educational matters. | Management |
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Technology Requirements
| Technology | Description |
|---|---|
| Microsoft Excel | Spreadsheet software |
| Microsoft Office software | Office suite software |
| Adobe Photoshop | Graphics or photo imaging software |
| Web page creation and editing software | |
| Google Workspace software | Office suite software |
| Microsoft Outlook | Electronic mail software |
| Microsoft PowerPoint | Presentation software |
| Microsoft Word | Word processing software |
| SAP software | Enterprise resource planning ERP software |
| Zoom | Video conferencing software |
| Blackboard software | Computer based training software |
| Computerized testing software | Computer based training software |
| Edmodo | Desktop communications software |
| Edpuzzle | Multi-media educational software |
| Educational software | Computer based training software |
| Google Classroom | Project management software |
| Kahoot! | Multi-media educational software |
| Learning management system LMS | Computer based training software |
| Microsoft Publisher | Desktop publishing software |
| Quizlet | Computer based training software |
| Web browser software | Internet browser software |
| Word processing software | Word processing software |
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Relevant Certifications
Industry certifications that may be valuable for this career role:
| Certification | Issuing Organization | Practice Test |
|---|---|---|
| AAPPL Rater Certification | American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages | Not Available |
| ACTFL Limited Oral Proficiency Interview Certification | American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages | Not Available |
| ACTFL Listening Proficiency Test | American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages | Not Available |
| ACTFL Oral Proficiency Interview | American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages | Not Available |
| ACTFL Oral Proficiency Interview - Computer | American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages | Not Available |
| ACTFL Reading Proficiency Test | American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages | Not Available |
| ACTFL Writing Proficiency Test | American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages | Not Available |
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