Adult Basic and Secondary Education and Literacy Teachers

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Instruct adults in basic skills and remedial education classes.

Adult Basic and Secondary Education and Literacy Teachers teach remedial education courses to adults and to youths who are out of school. They teach basic skills, such as reading, writing, or speaking English. They may teach somewhere other than a traditional educational institution.

Wages	$31.86 per hour on average
Demand	High Demand
Outlook	The outlook is Poor
Education & Training	Bachelor's degree is typically required.
Related Programs (Current training programs available)	Adult and Continuing Education and Teaching Teaching English as a Second or Foreign Language/ESL Language Instructor
On the Job	Work Activities Develop instructional objectives. Develop strategies or programs for students with special needs. Establish rules or policies governing student behavior. Plan educational activities. Plan experiential learning activities. Encourage students. Apply multiple teaching methods. Train staff members. Select educational materials or equipment. Collaborate with other agencies and institutions to coordinate educational matters.
Career Pathways	Teaching and Training
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