Adult Education Instructor (Internal Posting)

The Adult Education Instructor is responsible for providing adult literacy family literacy workplace education basic skills community education and GED preparatory instruction as assigned.
SalaryCommensurate with education and experience according to ACCS Board of Trustees Salary Schedule D3.(This is a grant-funded position. Continued employment is dependent on continued funding.)

• Participate in the planning of effective long-range goals for the Adult Education program.
• Demonstrate effective people skills communication skills and work ethic (i.e. preparation and punctuality).
• Understanding of and commitment to the philosophy and mission of a community and technical college.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and various situations in a calm and professional manner.
• Ability to work well under pressure and deadlines.
• Commitment to teaching and learning where recent high school graduates adult students and non-traditional students are involved.
• Assist students with educational and career decisions.
• Participate in the Colleges recruiting program.
• Coordinate with Adult Education and other College personnel on the Colleges Adult Education graduation ceremony.
• Research best practices in Adult Education and disseminate the information to Adult Education program faculty and staff.
• Perform duties at alternate sites within the Colleges Adult Education Service area when needed.
• Perform duties related to program orientation sessions including assessment and class assignments.
• Perform duties assisting other instructors with technology applications.
• Maintain compliance with college and program related accreditation and certification standards.
• Attend in-service staff meetings and state training professional development.
• Ability to work outside regular working hours and/or various class times such as needed (morning afternoon evening weekday weekend).
• Retain and submit documentation as requested to support accreditation efforts.
• Post and maintain regular office hours in accordance with the prevailing policy.
• Submit timely and accurate Adult Education National Reporting System (NRS) records.
• Maintain necessary attendance scholastic financial and personnel records and submit them according to the deadlines announced.
• Participate in Adult Education (AE) discussions and meetings about curriculum teaching-learning techniques and teaching materials.
• Participate in staff division and committee meetings as assigned.
• Actively participate in division/college committees and campus activities.
• Demonstrate ethical behavior loyalty honesty and integrity both on and off the campus.
• Maintain a high level of competence and expertise in the area of Adult Education.
• Incorporate current teaching techniques subject area developments and current technology into the Adult Education program design.
• Provide classroom instruction in accordance with approved state requirements.
• Inform students concerning course requirements evaluation procedures attendance requirements and academic progress.
• Other duties as assigned by the President Executive Director of Workforce Development and/or Director of Adult Education.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a Bachelors Degree from a regionally accredited institution required.
• Minimum of two (2) years teaching experience in elementary education or above required.
• Evidence of effective human relations skills and ability to relate to a variety of internal and external constituencies required.

• Teaching experience in adult education at a postsecondary institution.
• Excellent oral auditory and written communication skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students and other employees.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of student information.
• Demonstrated proficiency in the use of multi-media and instructional technology.

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications and must submit a completed application through the online application systems to be considered for this position. Submission of a completed application packet is the responsibility of the applicant. To be considered for an interview (only complete application packages will be given consideration for employment incomplete application packets will eliminate the possibility of an interview). The applicant must submit the following:

• A completed official College employment application
• A current resume
• Copy of unofficial or official transcripts. (Transcripts must confirm applicant meets educational requirements.)
• Employment verification of work experience must be on company letterhead or form signed by company administrator.