PT Adult Basic Education (ABE) Instructor

PT Adult Basic Education (ABE) Instructor

Salary

$23.00 - $24.00 Hourly

Location

Wilmington - Downtown Campus, NC

Job Type

Adjunct Faculty

Job Number

26-00087

Division

Economic & Workforce Development

Opening Date

08/25/2026

Closing Date

12/31/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Position Description

DEFINITION:

To provide classroom instruction to students with IDD in CFCC's Adult Basic Education program, STRIDE through lecture, demonstration, laboratory exercises, handouts, responding to questions and testing. Must be familiar with ABE curriculum. Assist students in developing employability and post-secondary preparatory skills.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED:

• Receives direct supervision from Special Programs Director
• Exercises no supervision

Duties & Responsibilities (Essential Functions)

ESSENTIAL AND OTHER IMPORTANT FUNCTION STATEMENT:

Essential and other important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Provide classroom instruction to students in reading, math, computer literacy and employability skills.
• Prepare lesson plans and schedule classroom activities; develop and prepare supplemental materials to enhance textbook lessons.
• Conduct class field trips to visit employers, CFCC educational programs, and community resources.
• Drive a school vehicle (non-CDL requiring vehicle) to take the STRIDE students on field trips.
• Provide classroom instruction using the IDD curriculum.
• Assist STRIDE Assessment Retention Specialist with identifying and developing career pathway plans for students based on their individual interests and abilities.
• Maintain accurate records of student attendance and performance.
• Oversee the implementation of policies and procedures related to required teaching area and in accordance with CFCC policies and guidelines.

Other Important Functions:

• Assess the relevancy and impact of various lessons; revise and improve lesson formats as needed.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge of:

• Classroom and laboratory instructional techniques and procedures
• Principles and procedures of academic and instructional techniques and procedures
• Current trends, research and development in the area of assignment
• Principles and techniques involved in test development and administration

Ability To:

• Interpret and apply College goals, objectives, policies, procedures, rules, and regulations

• Communicate clearly and respectfully, both orally and in writing

• Establish and maintain cooperative-working relationships with those contacted in the course of work

• Maintain effective audio-visual discrimination and perception needed for:

• Making observations

• Reading and writing

• Communicating with others

• Operating assigned equipment

• Handling varied tasks simultaneously

• Maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities, which may include the following:

• Standing or sitting for extended periods of time

• Operating assigned equipment

• Handling varied tasks simultaneously

• Bending, stooping, climbing or lifting up to 50 pounds

• Maintain mental capacity, which allow the capability of:

• Making sound decisions

• Responding to questions

• Demonstrating intellectual capabilities

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING GUIDELINES

Minimum Education/Training:

• Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university
• Valid NC driver's license with driving record that is within the parameters set by the college.

Minimum Experience:

• Previous teaching experience.
• Experience with IDD population.

Preferred Education/Training, Experience, Skills:

• Bachelor's Degree in Education, Special Education, Psychology, or a closely related field from an accredited college or university.
• Prior experience in Adult Education is desirable.

Supplemental Information

Special Instructions to Applicants:

• This position REQUIRES UNOFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS AND/OR TRAINING CERTIFICATIONS be submitted in addition to the application. Please have these documents ready to upload when applying.
• Candidates are required to submit OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS for all degrees obtained prior to their first day of work or hire date. If the highest level of education is a High School diploma or equivalent, proof of completion is required.
• Candidates who have obtained their education outside of the US and its territories must have their academic degree(s) validated, at their own expense, by an outside credential evaluation service as equivalent to the Baccalaureate or Masters degree conferred by a regionally accredited college or university in the United States.
• To claim veterans' preference, all eligible persons shall submit a DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, to Human Resources during the application process. Human Resources will verify eligibility.

STATEMENT OF NON-DISCRIMINATION

Cape Fear Community College, its faculty and staff, and the Board of Trustees are fully committed to the principles and practice of equal employment and educational opportunities. The College does not discriminate against applicants, students, or employees in any programs and activities provided on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), gender (including gender identity and status as a transgender or transsexual individual), disability, religion, age, genetic information, veteran status or any other protected status as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and any other applicable statutes and CFCC policies.

Employer Cape Fear Community College

Address 411 N Front Street

Union Station Building-Suite 299

Wilmington, North Carolina, 28401

Website http://www.cfcc.edu