Adult Education Instructor

Code: 25-3011.00

Also known as: Adult Basic Education Instructor (ABE Instructor), Adult Basic Education Teacher (ABE Teacher), Adult Education Instructor, Adult Education Teacher, ESL Instructor (English as a Second Language Instructor), ESL Teacher (English as a Second Language Teacher), ESOL Teacher (English for Speakers of Other Languages Teacher), GED Instructor (General Educational Development Instructor), GED Teacher (General Educational Development Teacher), Teacher

Description: Sometimes there are basic educational needs an adult must pick up, if they weren't offered the chance at a younger age. For instance, adult immigrants to the United States may need to take an ESL (English as a Second Language) course to obtain a job. At other times, those above the age of 16 may be seeking to earn their GED, while others may need to pick up basic reading, writing and math skills. Adult Education Instructors help students learn these skills in a healthy, productive environment. Although some Instructors may obtain a position in this field with a Bachelor's degree, some colleges will require a Master's degree.

Adult Education Instructor

Typical wages


10% $32,120
25% $42,500
Median $55,350
75% $72,000
90% $95,630
10% $15.44
25% $20.43
Median $26.61
75% $34.62
90% $45.97

Projected employment

Estimated Employment
(2019 year)
59,300
Projected Employment
(2029 year)
53,100
Percent Change +0 %
Projected Annual Job Openings 5,300