Adult Education Special Program Instructor

Department

Chicano Studies

About the University

MSU Denver enrolls over 16,000 students, where nearly 60% are first generation and over 55% are students of color. Located in downtown Denver, we are a designated Hispanic Serving Institution that also offers graduate programs (gHSI) and the only Seal of Excelencia certified institution in Colorado. As the third largest institution of higher education in Colorado and the only institution with an open access mission, MSU Denver is a model university for today’s students. The University serves the most diverse undergraduate student population in the state, as well as the most first-generation students. Through affordable, flexible, and holistic education, MSU Denver helps students build essential skills grounded in a multicultural and global perspective that lead to undergraduate and graduate degrees, and career and life success.

About the Family Literacy Program

MSU Denver's Family Literacy Program consists of three programs: Adult Education, Parents as Teachers, and Early Family Literacy.

Position Summary

MSU Denver's Family Literacy Program (FLP) is seeking an Adult Education Special Program Instructor to instruct adult learners and liaise with partner programs. Depending on experience, this individual will be a member of the ESL or the GED Team. Additionally, this individual will deliver instruction for piloted courses and other special projects that are designed to help meet AELA Outcomes*. At present, this includes Vocational English and Digital Literacy Instruction. Past endeavors have included Parent to Paraprofessional courses and Home Health Aide Courses. Future endeavors may include, but are not limited to, Integrated Educational Training programs, and Family Literacy/Parenting workshops. The Special Program Instructor may also be asked to assist with Student Navigation efforts. This position is semester-based and includes classroom instruction and planning time.

This position will work in the Adult Education side of FLP which includes English as a Second Language (ESL), GED Preparation, and Family Literacy activities *The ESL program is run with funding via the Adult Education and Literacy Act (AELA) and Adult Education and Family Literacy Act (AEFLA). Special projects fall under the AELA grant – delivery of ESL and special projects classes includes adhering to AELA/AEFLA assurances and practices. This position reports to the Adult Education Program Manager. This position is a temporary, 30 hr/wk (.75 FTE) role with funding through June 30, 2026; this position has the potential to continue past this date depending upon available grant funding and program needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct classroom instruction in English as a Second Language to adult students AND/OR High School Equivalency (via GED) Preparation students
• Provide direct classroom instruction in Special Projects programs (Currently Vocational English and Digital Literacy) to adults using approved curriculum and learning management systems
• Assist program administration in developing improvements to the Special Projects courses
• Assist program administration in identifying and developing possible programs to pilot
• Assist program administration in coordinating workshop needs and delivery with the Adams County Workforce Business Center
• Facilitate Digital Literacy workshops using the Northstar platform
• Assist AELA/AEFLA Navigator with pathways coaching and help identify student goals
• Create individualized educational plans with students, track student progress, analyze student performance data, and adapt instruction accordingly
• Foster encouraging and supportive learning environment for students by responding to instructional needs and providing routine feedback
• Administrative duties regarding curriculum and materials; intake, registration, and orientation; testing and evaluation; record keeping; and assist other Instructional Staff with lesson planning and class preparation
• Participate in and contribute to staff professional development and training
• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• B.A. in Education, English, ESL, or related fields
• Experience teaching adults and knowledge of Adult Education practices; including digital learning management platforms and corresponding assessment tools
• Proficiency with Google Suite,