2026-2027 Substitute Adult Education Teacher - ESL All Levels

Job summary

Teach adult ESL students across multiple proficiency levels using content-based and communicative methods, adapting instruction to student needs and creating a supportive learning environment. Assess language proficiency and progress, integrate technology and digital literacy, and support students’ preparation for exams, careers, and workforce participation.

Job details

Job Description / Essential Elements PROGRAM DESCRIPTION: Torrance Adult School provides a comprehensive ESL Program for our community. With an average annual enrollment of 1400 ESL students, the program offers leveled classes ranging from Beginning ESL Literacy (Level 1) to Advanced (Level 6) ESL, as well as electives such as Conversation and Citizenship preparation. The ESL Department also partners with the CTE Department to offer IET (Integrated Education and Training) classes. The ESL program includes in-person, online and hybrid distance learning options to help meet students’ needs. Essential Job Functions Instruct multi-level adult ESL students using content-based instruction and communicative teaching methodologies Differentiate and scaffold instruction for various English proficiency levels Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning for all students Assess students’ English language proficiency and progress Integrate technology into ESL instruction to develop students’ digital literacy skills Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in ESL, TESOL, ESOL CA Designated Subjects Adult Education Credential with ESL authorization OR CA K-12 credential authorizing instruction in courses organized primarily for adults 3 years of ESL classroom teaching experience in an adult learning environment Demonstrated use of current, student-centered teaching methods, including instructional technology Ability to use technology effectively for classroom management (attendance, etc.) Experience teaching a diverse, foreign-born student population Desired Qualifications Have a working understanding of Workforce Investment Opportunity Act Have experience working with CASAS student exams including the administration of the exam. Possess experience preparing students for the CASAS and EL Civics exams. Possess working experience with College and Career Readiness Standards Understand the emphasis of instructing students for career readiness and student preparation for the workforce. Ability to modify and/or develop curriculum when needed, based upon student needs Online teaching and learning experience Requirements / Qualifications CREDENTIAL REQUIREMENT: CA Designated Subjects Adult Education Credential with ESL authorization OR Multiple or Single Subject Credential with ELA1 or CLAD Credential Copy (Detailed copy from CTC website) Letter of Introduction Letter(s) of Recommendation (Two letters written within the last two years) Resume

What you’ll do

Teach adult ESL students across multiple proficiency levels using content-based and communicative methods, adapting instruction to student needs and creating a supportive learning environment. Assess language proficiency and progress, integrate technology and digital literacy, and support students’ preparation for exams, careers, and workforce participation.

Requirements

Requires a bachelor’s degree in ESL, TESOL, or ESOL and an eligible California adult education or K–12 credential with the specified authorization. Candidates must have at least three years of adult ESL teaching experience, use current student-centered methods and instructional technology, and have experience with diverse, foreign-born learners.

Listed skills

• Differentiated instruction · Preferred
• Classroom management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Adult ESL Instruction
• Differentiated Instruction
• Scaffolding
• Communicative Teaching
• Content-Based Instruction
• Student Assessment
• Instructional Technology
• Digital Literacy
• Classroom Management
• Curriculum Development
• CASAS Exam Administration
• EL Civics Exam Preparation
• Workforce Readiness
• College and Career Readiness Standards
• Online Teaching
• Teaching Diverse Student Populations

Job areas

• Education

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