Adult Education Teacher how-to
How to Teach a Mixed-Level ESL Class
Planning for levels keeps everyone learning.
Quick answer
Planning for levels keeps everyone learning. In short: assess; choose; plan, then complete the remaining steps below.
Step by step
Assess students’ levels.
Choose a shared theme.
Plan tasks for each level.
Group students strategically.
Rotate your attention among groups.
Check understanding with each group.
Safety reminders for adult education teachers
- Respect learner privacy
- Create a welcoming, respectful classroom
- Know emergency procedures
- Follow program policies for online safety
Key terms
ABE · ASE · ESL · GED · HiSET · TESOL: see the full adult education teacher glossary.