Adult Education Teacher

Position Details Reporting Manager : Principal, Grades 9–12 Status : Hourly, Non-Exempt Type : Part Time (As Needed) Program : TN - TriStar VS - Humphreys County 9-12 Overview The Adult Education Teacher, English will be responsible for providing virtual instruction to adult learners enrolled in Tri-Star Virtual Academy's Adult Education Program, delivering standards-aligned English instruction as needed to support enrollment demand, course-load coverage, and program scheduling needs. This is an hourly, non-exempt position with no guaranteed number of hours; assignments are scheduled based on program need and learner enrollment. Essential Duties Deliver virtual, standards-aligned English instruction to adult learners in accordance with Tri-Star Virtual Academy's Adult Education curriculum and Tennessee adult education program requirements. Develop and deliver lesson plans, assignments, and assessments appropriate to adult learners' skill levels and goals (e.g., high school completion, HiSET/GED preparation, or career and college readiness). Monitor and document learner attendance, progress, and outcomes in the Academy's learning management and student information systems. Provide timely, constructive feedback on assignments and assessments, and adjust instruction to address individual learner needs. Communicate regularly and professionally with learners regarding expectations, progress, and available support resources. Participate in required training, professional development, and virtual staff meetings as scheduled. Maintain accurate instructional records in compliance with Tennessee Department of Education adult education reporting requirements and program funding source requirements (e.g., WIOA Title II, where applicable). Report learner concerns (attendance, academic, or welfare) in a timely manner. Comply with all Stellar Virtual and Tri-Star Virtual Academy policies, including data privacy (FERPA) and mandated reporter obligations. Mission Focus: You will play a key role in our collective success by proactively pivoting to support emerging business needs and strategic priorities directed by your manager. Knowledge, Skills & Attributes 3–5 years of experience teaching adult learners, HiSET/GED preparation, preferrably in a virtual/online instructional setting. Familiarity with adult learning principles and differentiated instruction strategies. Proven experience working independently with minimal supervision, including the ability to manage a digital task list and maintain a stable remote (home-office) infrastructure. Minimum of 1–2 years of experience using the Google Workspace suite (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Drive, Workspace) in a professional setting. Access to a private, reliable, and secure high-speed internet connection with a minimum of 25 Mbps download and 10 Mbps upload speeds. Proven experience working independently with minimal supervision, including the ability to manage a digital task list and maintain a stable remote (home-office) infrastructure. Minimum of 1–2 years of experience using the Google Workspace suite (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Drive, Workspace) in a professional setting. Demonstrated ability to communicate complex ideas via written channels with high clarity and low ambiguity. Access to a private, reliable, and secure high-speed internet connection with a minimum of 25 Mbps download and 10 Mbps upload speeds. Education & Certification Requirements Bachelor's degree in English, English Education, or a related field from an accredited institution. Valid Tennessee teaching license with an endorsement in English/Language Arts (grades 7–12 or equivalent), OR eligibility for a Tennessee Adjunct, Practitioner, or Adult Education-specific license/permit recognized by the Tennessee Department of Education. Benefits & Incentives (Full-Time Only) Competitive vacation and paid time off plans Comprehensive medical (HMO, HDHP, and PPO), dental, and vision plans with varying coverage for employees and their families, with options available in all states, including a high-deductible health plan (HDHP) option. 401(k) retirement plan (pre- and post-tax options) with matching contribution up to 3% after one year of employment Additional supplemental disability, life, critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident, legal aid, and ID theft protection plans Flexible Spending Account (FSA) or Health Savings Account (HSA) Two paid closure weeks each year (weeks of July 4 and December 25) 11 Company-paid Holidays State Hiring Eligibility Primary States: Stellar Virtual actively hires educators in Arizona (AZ), Indiana (IN), Iowa (IA), Missouri (MO), Oregon (OR), Tennessee (TN), Texas (TX), and Washington (WA). Limited States: Stellar Virtual may consider candidates residing in Alabama (AL), Arkansas (AR), Colorado (CO), Florida (FL), Georgia (GA), Illinois (IL), Kansas (KS), Kentucky (KY), Louisiana (LA), Massachusetts (MA), Mississippi (MS), New Hampshire (NH), North Carolina (NC), Oklahoma (OK), Pennsylvania (PA), South Carolina (SC), Utah (UT), Virginia (VA), and Wisconsin (WI) State Eligibility Requirements: Stellar Virtual is currently unable to hire candidates who reside in the following states: Alaska, California, Connecticut, Delaware, Hawaii, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, New York, and Rhode Island, or any state not otherwise listed as an approved hiring location for this organization. Applicants residing in any of these states, or in any state not included in Stellar Virtual's approved hiring location, will not be considered for this position. We encourage candidates to confirm their state of residence aligns with our current hiring footprint before applying. Employment "At-Will" Statement For W-2 employment, Stellar Virtual is an at-will employer. This means the employee and Stellar Virtual can terminate the employment at any time, with or without cause or notice, as legally permitted. All 1099 status is excluded. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Stellar Virtual is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. #J-18808-Ljbffr