Adult Education Lab Instructor

Project Read is a nonprofit adult literacy program that offers individual tutoring and small-group instruction to help individuals improve their ability to read, write, compute, and use technology sufficiently to meet personal goals, function well in society, and become more productive citizens. The Project Read Lab Instructor is responsible for preparing and teaching in person literacy classes each week (including reading, math, and digital skills). The Lab Instructor fulfills these responsibilities by doing the following:

1.         Lead small-group classes in targeted subject areas.

2.      Apply learning theory and pedagogy to support effective instruction.

3.       Teach study skills and help students strengthen their learning strategies.

4.      Foster a supportive, trust-based learning environment.

5.      Communicate effectively with students, tutors, and staff at all levels.

6.       Maintain a helpful, positive attitude with all participants.

7.       Contribute data and updates for reporting purposes.

8.       Follow policies and procedures set by leadership.

9.       Support the Instruction Coordinator, lab instructors, and volunteers as needed.

Qualifications:

The Project Read Literacy Lab Instructor will have the ability to:

·           Assess general literacy needs of students.

·           Effectively communicate both orally and in writing.

·           Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.

·           Maintain the confidentiality and security of sensitive information.

·           Manage a flexible work schedule to provide optimum service.

·           Be a positive representative for Project Read.

·           Model effective instructional strategies for literacy instruction.

·           Model and teach effective assessment techniques.

Training & Experience:

·           A degree in teaching, English, TESOL, Linguistics, or a related field preferred.

·           Experience teaching literacy, ESL, or math to beginning level students.

Part-time (4-6 hours/week)

·         Tuesday, 10:00-11:30 a.m. – Math Class (basic math skills)

·         Wednesday, 10:00-11:30 a.m.– Digital Skills Class (basic computer skills)

·         Wednesday, 12:30-2:00 p.m. – Writing (temporary, through December 2026)

Application instructions: Please email a resume and cover letter to Sylvia Lyons, Project Read Executive Assistant: admin@projectreadutah.org. Reach out to Sylvia with any questions.