Job Description
Position Summary Information
General Description of Position
Under the general direction and supervision of the Assistant Director of Adult Education, the Adjunct Instructor will teach essential reading and math skills in the context of a 16-week Integrated Education & Training ( IET) workforce training course (i.e., CNA, Medication Aide, Manufacturing). The instructor will support students before the term begins with program readiness and during classes with job application support.
The position will require the instructor to act as classroom support in the workforce training class and teach essential reading and math skills to support the area of workforce training. The schedule may be adjusted periodically to align with institutional requirements.
Weekly hours will be approximately 16-24 hours per week. This is a part-time temporary position and is part of a pooled adjunct faculty posting for the 2026–2027 academic year. Paid assessment and Adult Education training is available and required.
Essential Functions
- When applicable, provide online program expectations to all students upon student entry into the class for Zoom classes. Students who enroll in this course will expect to receive an email, Zoom meeting, or phone call with important course and contact information before the course begins.
- Develop individualized support and educational planning based on students’ assessment results and goals for study. Use data from pre-measurement of skills and post-measurement of progress to guide students to targeted individualized supports such as text-based and online materials.
- Support students with appropriate advice regarding studies and learning. Advise students about materials and information that may be useful to their improvement, including course adjustments, additional resources, etc.
- Maintain accurate records and participate in retention efforts. Complete student attendance daily. Encourage and instruct students on how to keep accurate records such as student attendance sign-in sheets. Reach out to students who are not attending and record contacts.
- Arrange or proctor post-testing for students. When alerted, arrange or provide testing for students and review results upon completion.
- Support students’ preparation for GED® assessments.
- Instruct and support specific math and reading needs. Be prepared to assist and instruct students on reading skills and math knowledge at the K-12 level as needed by the student. Make materials recommendations and adjustments to meet student learning needs.
- Maintain and report assigned and paid professional development.
Promote a Culture of Belonging
Support and promote an environment of belonging where all students, faculty members, and college employees feel welcomed, valued, and empowered to contribute. Foster a community where each individual and their varied perspectives enrich the educational experience and create a safe and respectful environment. Support the College’s policies and programming related to access, fair employment, and equal opportunities for all.
Marginal Functions
- May be required to perform associated duties, functions, or assignments in other divisions/programs/areas as required.
- Perform other College functions and duties as assigned.
- Must be able to work varied days, hours, shifts, locations, and campuses as required. Work schedules (hours/days/work location) are scheduled by Southeast Community College based on the needs of the College. Work hours, shifts, days, and work locations may vary depending on the needs of Southeast Community College and are subject to modification. Emergency or scheduled special activities may require hours outside of the regular workweek.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge about instructing adults, secondary students, adult education, and/or working with adult education
- Use of computers such as online learning programs, email, shared digital information, computer-aided instruction, and audio-visual communication software
- Ability to instruct in and clarify math and language arts from K-12 levels. Must reside in Nebraska
- Ability to lift and carry up to (50) fifty pounds for short distances, and move tables, chairs, and media equipment
- Ability to communicate effectively in writing, in person, and on the phone.
- The individual must possess the above skills and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree.
- Previous teaching, teaching support, or training experience at secondary, post-secondary, or adult level.
Desired Qualifications
- Previous workforce training experience.
Salary
TBD
Benefits
Part-time temporary employees are eligible to participate in the TIAA retirement plan through a Roth, SRA, or 457(B) account, with no match provided by the College.
Schedule
This is a part-time, temporary position with assignments based on program needs.
