What are the processes of recruit the part-time teachers for implementation of adult education or drop-out children education in your locality?

Adult education teachers coordinate and teach programmes designed specifically for adult learners. Typical activities involve designing and teaching courses, liaising with further education authorities and following curriculum development. Adult education covers a whole spectrum of subjects, from academic areas like history and literature to practical subjects like IT and languages, as well as social and life skills. Learners are usually between18 years of age and85 and above; they may be recent school levers or retired people looking to extend their skills and knowledge base, to help them in day-to-day life.

Generally adult education held in towns or cities throughout the country, particular with community groups and colleges. Opportunities for self-employment: part-time work is common with teachers, who often also have full-time jobs elsewhere. Depending on their qualifications and or expertise, teachers can supplement income through private tuition, national examination invigilation and marking, other evening classes and writing textbooks.

Typical employers of Teachers for Adult/dropout Education:

1. Adult Education Centers(AEC)
2. VTOS (Vocational Training Opportunities Scheme) Centers
3. VEC (Vocational Education Centers)network of schools and colleges
4. Universities and institutes of further and higher education.

Specific entry requirements of Teachers for Adult/dropout Education:

There may be a minimum age requirement (normally23 years) for those entering training programmes in adult and community education.

Training for Adult/dropout Education:

Further training is provided through in-service courses. Professional development and other specialized courses are also offered by some universities.

Tips for applications of Teachers

Volunteer as a tutor with VEC adult and dropout literacy services.

Skills and qualities of Teachers for Adult/dropout Education:

a)       Highly conscientious and committed to the highest standards of professional service.

b)       Excellent communication and organizational skills.

c)       Caring and motivated by the best interests of his/her students.

d)       Enthusiasm for the subject material that will foster a love of learning by students.

e)       Willing to engage in ongoing professional development.

f)        Ability to relate well to different groups of students of different ages and ability levels.

g)       Team-player who can collaborate with colleagues.