Yavapai College
Overview
Yavapai College’s Adult Basic Education (ABE) Program seeks an innovative instructor who blends teaching with program development. This role designs workforce-aligned curriculum, builds student support systems that guide learners into training and employment, and delivers engaging instruction that develops academic, digital, and career readiness skills. The instructor plays a key role in connecting ABE students to workforce opportunities through Integrated Education and Training (IET) and partnerships with WIOA Title I-B services. By combining instruction, guidance, and collaboration, this position helps adult learners achieve success in college, career, and life. Responsibilities
Teach ABE/ASE/HSE Courses – 35%: teach academic and workplace skills aligned with Arizona Adult Education Standards; integrate digital literacy, employability, and career exploration into lessons; connect instruction to Yavapai College CTE and workforce programs; use assessment data (TABE, GED Ready, ARISE) to guide learning and maintain accurate records. Workforce Curriculum Development & Innovation: design and refine curriculum that supports workforce and college transitions; collaborate with CTE faculty and Workforce Development to align content with industry needs; create contextualized projects linking academic skills to hands-on career applications. Student Support and Workforce Guidance: guide students through college and workforce training pathways; provide individual and group support for career planning, enrollment, and goal setting; connect learners with YC resources such as Promise, TRIO, and community partners. Assessment, Data, and Compliance: administer and track assessments (TABE, GED Ready, ARISE, Burlington English); ensure accurate data entry and compliance with program and grant standards; support testing schedules and meet MSG performance goals. Collaboration and Professional Growth: build partnerships with WIOA Title I-B and local employers for integrated services; participate in professional development opportunities (ADE Institutes, ARISE Reading, BeCALM Math); contribute to program improvement through collaboration and innovation. Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field. Eligible for or in possession of Arizona Adult Education Teacher Certification. Experience teaching adult or secondary learners. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Workspace. Experience teaching in blended or virtual settings (e.g., Zoom, Canvas). Ability to manage student data accurately and meet deadlines. Strong communication, organization, and teamwork skills. Willingness to work flexible hours (evenings/weekends) and participate in professional learning. Master’s degree in Adult Education, TESOL, Counseling, or related field. Experience in community college or higher education settings. Knowledge of ADE-AES standards, WIOA Title I-B collaboration, and IET models. Ability to design workforce-aligned curriculum and guide adult learners through career pathways. Experience using Canvas, digital literacy tools, and career readiness platforms. Commitment to equity and supporting diverse adult learners. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements and competencies listed represent the required knowledge, skill, and ability. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Regular attendance is an important job function as it demonstrates dependability in job duties. Physical Demands
Physical demands described here are those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or listen. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk and reach with hands and arms. The employee must frequently lift and move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities this job requires include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here represent those an employee encounter while performing the job's essential functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.
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Yavapai College’s Adult Basic Education (ABE) Program seeks an innovative instructor who blends teaching with program development. This role designs workforce-aligned curriculum, builds student support systems that guide learners into training and employment, and delivers engaging instruction that develops academic, digital, and career readiness skills. The instructor plays a key role in connecting ABE students to workforce opportunities through Integrated Education and Training (IET) and partnerships with WIOA Title I-B services. By combining instruction, guidance, and collaboration, this position helps adult learners achieve success in college, career, and life. Responsibilities
Teach ABE/ASE/HSE Courses – 35%: teach academic and workplace skills aligned with Arizona Adult Education Standards; integrate digital literacy, employability, and career exploration into lessons; connect instruction to Yavapai College CTE and workforce programs; use assessment data (TABE, GED Ready, ARISE) to guide learning and maintain accurate records. Workforce Curriculum Development & Innovation: design and refine curriculum that supports workforce and college transitions; collaborate with CTE faculty and Workforce Development to align content with industry needs; create contextualized projects linking academic skills to hands-on career applications. Student Support and Workforce Guidance: guide students through college and workforce training pathways; provide individual and group support for career planning, enrollment, and goal setting; connect learners with YC resources such as Promise, TRIO, and community partners. Assessment, Data, and Compliance: administer and track assessments (TABE, GED Ready, ARISE, Burlington English); ensure accurate data entry and compliance with program and grant standards; support testing schedules and meet MSG performance goals. Collaboration and Professional Growth: build partnerships with WIOA Title I-B and local employers for integrated services; participate in professional development opportunities (ADE Institutes, ARISE Reading, BeCALM Math); contribute to program improvement through collaboration and innovation. Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field. Eligible for or in possession of Arizona Adult Education Teacher Certification. Experience teaching adult or secondary learners. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Workspace. Experience teaching in blended or virtual settings (e.g., Zoom, Canvas). Ability to manage student data accurately and meet deadlines. Strong communication, organization, and teamwork skills. Willingness to work flexible hours (evenings/weekends) and participate in professional learning. Master’s degree in Adult Education, TESOL, Counseling, or related field. Experience in community college or higher education settings. Knowledge of ADE-AES standards, WIOA Title I-B collaboration, and IET models. Ability to design workforce-aligned curriculum and guide adult learners through career pathways. Experience using Canvas, digital literacy tools, and career readiness platforms. Commitment to equity and supporting diverse adult learners. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements and competencies listed represent the required knowledge, skill, and ability. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Regular attendance is an important job function as it demonstrates dependability in job duties. Physical Demands
Physical demands described here are those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or listen. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk and reach with hands and arms. The employee must frequently lift and move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities this job requires include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here represent those an employee encounter while performing the job's essential functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.
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