1

Adult Teacher Jobs (NOW HIRING)

ADULT EDUCATION TEACHER Pay Plan: Career Service Position Number: 70047475 Salary: $51,500.02 Annually Posting Closing Date: 09/10/2026 Total Compensation Estimator Tool FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF ...

ADULT EDUCATION TEACHER Pay Plan: Career Service Position Number: 70047475 Salary: $51,500.02 Annually Posting Closing Date: 09/10/2026 Total Compensation Estimator Tool FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF ...

ADULT EDUCATION TEACHER Pay Plan: Career Service Position Number: 70047475 Salary: $51,500.02 Annually Posting Closing Date: 09/10/2026 Total Compensation Estimator Tool FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF ...

ADULT EDUCATION TEACHER Pay Plan: Career Service Position Number: 70047475 Salary: $51,500.02 Annually Posting Closing Date: 09/10/2026 Total Compensation Estimator Tool FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF ...

ADULT EDUCATION TEACHER Pay Plan: Career Service Position Number: 70047475 Salary: $51,500.02 Annually Posting Closing Date: 09/10/2026 Total Compensation Estimator Tool FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF ...

Adult Education Teacher Pay Plan: Career Service Position Number: 70047447 Salary: $51,500.02 Annually Posting Closing Date: 09/04/2026 Total Compensation Estimator Tool FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF ...

ADULT EDUCATION TEACHER Pay Plan: Career Service Position Number: 70047475 Salary: $51,500.02 Annually Posting Closing Date: 09/10/2026 Total Compensation Estimator Tool FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF ...

ADULT EDUCATION TEACHER Pay Plan: Career Service Position Number: 70046646 Salary: $51,500.02 Annually Posting Closing Date: 09/07/2026 Total Compensation Estimator Tool FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF ...

ADULT EDUCATION TEACHER Pay Plan: Career Service Position Number: 70047475 Salary: $51,500.02 Annually Posting Closing Date: 09/10/2026 Total Compensation Estimator Tool FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF ...

ADULT EDUCATION TEACHER Pay Plan: Career Service Position Number: 70047475 Salary: $51,500.02 Annually Posting Closing Date: 09/10/2026 Total Compensation Estimator Tool FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF ...

ADULT EDUCATION TEACHER Pay Plan: Career Service Position Number: 70003813 Salary: $51,500.02 Annually Posting Closing Date: 09/11/2026 Total Compensation Estimator Tool FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF ...

ADULT EDUCATION TEACHER Pay Plan: Career Service Position Number: 70047632 Salary: $51,500.02 Annually Posting Closing Date: 10/04/2026 Total Compensation Estimator Tool FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF ...

ADULT EDUCATION TEACHER Pay Plan: Career Service Position Number: 70047475 Salary: $51,500.02 Annually Posting Closing Date: 09/10/2026 Total Compensation Estimator Tool FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF ...

ADULT EDUCATION TEACHER Pay Plan: Career Service Position Number: 70047475 Salary: $51,500.02 Annually Posting Closing Date: 09/10/2026 Total Compensation Estimator Tool FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF ...

Showing results 21-40

Adult Teacher information

See salary details

$11

$25

$44

How much do adult teacher jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for adult teacher in the United States is $25.19, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.23 and $28.85 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an adult teacher?

Adult teachers are educators who specialize in teaching adults rather than children or adolescents. They often work in settings such as community colleges, vocational schools, adult education centers, or corporate training programs. Their responsibilities include designing and delivering lessons tailored to adult learners, facilitating discussions, and assessing progress. Adult teachers may teach a variety of subjects, including literacy, job skills, language, or personal development. They play a key role in helping adults achieve their educational and career goals.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an adult teacher, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Adult Teacher, you generally need a background in education, subject matter expertise, and often a bachelor’s degree or teaching certification. Familiarity with digital learning platforms, classroom management software, and adult education methodologies is typically required. Strong communication, patience, and adaptability help engage diverse learners and address varying educational needs. These skills ensure effective instruction, learner retention, and a supportive classroom environment tailored to adult students.

What are some common challenges adult teachers face when working with adult learners, and how can they be addressed?

Adult teachers often encounter challenges such as varying educational backgrounds, differing levels of motivation, and balancing learners' work or family commitments. To address these, it's important to use flexible teaching methods, encourage open communication, and create a supportive learning environment that values each student's experience. Adult teachers can also incorporate practical, real-world applications to increase engagement and relevance for learners.

What is the difference between Adult Teacher vs ESL Teacher?

AspectAdult TeacherESL Teacher
Required CredentialsTeaching certification, bachelor's degree often preferredTESOL/TEFL certification, bachelor's degree often required
Work EnvironmentAdult education centers, community colleges, workplacesLanguage schools, online platforms, international settings
Employer & Industry UsageEducational institutions, corporate trainingLanguage institutes, schools, online education providers
Common Search & ComparisonAdult Teacher vs ESL Teacher

Adult Teachers primarily focus on adult learners in various educational settings, often requiring teaching certifications and working in community or workplace environments. ESL Teachers specialize in teaching English as a Second Language, frequently holding TESOL or TEFL certifications and working in language schools or online platforms. While both roles involve teaching adults, their certifications, work environments, and industry usage differ slightly, catering to distinct educational needs.

How to become an adult teacher?

To become an adult teacher, you typically need a bachelor's degree in education or a relevant subject, along with teaching certification or licensure depending on the region. Experience working with adult learners and strong communication skills are also important, and some positions may require specialized training or credentials in adult education or a related field.
More about Adult Teacher jobs

What cities are hiring for Adult Teacher jobs?

Cities with the most Adult Teacher job openings:

What states have the most Adult Teacher jobs?

States with the most job openings for Adult Teacher jobs include:

What are popular job titles related to Adult Teacher jobs?

For Adult Teacher jobs, the most frequently searched job titles are:

Infographic showing various Adult Teacher job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 3% As Needed, 71% Full Time, 20% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $52,403 per year, or $25.2 per hour.

Adult Education Teacher- Part Time

Tulsa, OK

Family & Children's Services
Offices of Mental Health Practitioners • 1 - 5K employees

Part-time

Posted 29 days ago


Job description

Part Time Role!

*Must have degree in Education or teaching certificate to apply*

Join an amazing team as an adult educator as part of one of Tulsa's premier mental health organizations. The Adult Education Teacher provides High School Equivalency (HSE) instruction to men and women in classroom and community settings. Instruction may also take place in county jails for individuals impacted by the criminal/legal system. Areas of instruction include Literacy and/or HSE classes in the subject areas of Language Arts, Social Studies, Math and Science for the attainment of a General Education Development (GED) diploma. 

QUALIFICATIONS: 

  • Competent understanding of adult learners, learning disabilities, and necessary instruction to pass the GED or HiSET exam.
  • Ability to learn, understand, and apply trauma-informed instruction and the impacts substance abuse has on learners.
  • Ability to work independently and in a team environment, and work cooperatively with other instructors, staff, students and community partners.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Education or related field.
  • Oklahoma Teaching Certification or the ability to obtain prior to employment start.
  • Must have a strong commitment to the right and ability of each person served to live in normal community residences; and have access to helpful, adequate, competent, and continuous supports and services.
  • Skills and competence to establish supportive trusting relationships with persons with mental illnesses and/or substance abuse issues.
  • Respectful awareness while teaching, of client rights and personal preferences in treatment.
  • Must possess a valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record and use personal automobile to travel to locations other than primary office. [mileage reimbursement provided]

What our Teachers say about this role:

"Get back to the joy of teaching! Witness genuine student gains, be part of a collaborative education team"

"Engaged student body motivated for growth. Moving from constant classroom management to more engagement and instruction."

"Watch people grow beyond the limitations they perceive for themselves."

CCBHC Model of Care

Family & Children’s Services works to heal hurting and abused children, strengthen families, and provide hope and a path to recovery for those battling mental illness and addiction. You will be working in an innovative and dynamic environment using a new transformative model of care Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC).  This model is characterized by innovative, team-based approach and whole person care for adults and children with a range of complex mental health and substance use challenges.

Utilizing multi-disciplinary teams, staff work collaboratively to provide a coordinated effort to enhance client recovery. Robust CCBHC services often result in better client outcomes and quality of care due to:     

  1. Increased access to care and crisis services
  2. Expanded traditional community mental health and substance use services.
  3. Added Care Coordination and physical health screening for mental health clients
  4. Greater access to Social Services for clients’ economic and social needs
  5. Increased specialized services for veterans, those most in need, and those impacted by the opioid crisis.

Drug Free Workplace Policy

This job is classified as a "safety-sensitive" position as defined by the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana and Patient Protection Act. Possession of a medical marijuana license will not exclude any applicant; however, all employees are subject to the Family & Children's Services Drug Free Workplace Policy.