Posting number: 2602261
Department: PT--Academics
Division: PT--Academics - Adult Ed
Job classification: PT Adult Education Instructor ABE/HSE
Posting type: Open
Categories: Instructor, Teacher
Position Summary: The Adult Education Instructor is responsible for providing quality English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL), Adult Basic Education (ABE), High School Equivalency, instruction, and/or other classes to students enrolled in the Adult Education Program and for performing instruction-related duties including student attendance, assessment, persistence activities, and follow-up in accordance with the mission of the department. Instruction is provided via a variety of media, including face-to-face courses, blended learning, and online throughout Cochise County and our entire services area.
Essential Functions: As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class.
Note: Cochise College requires a post offer, pre-employment background screening of all employees.
Position is open until filled with applications reviewed upon receipt and may close at any time.
Duties and Responsibilities:Within the scope of college policies and procedures, this position:
Teaches Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and/or ESOL courses based on the Arizona Adult Education Content and English Language Proficiency standards and in accordance with the college guidance; maintains written instructional standards; facilitates instruction using alternative delivery methods as needed; informs students in writing of instructional standards; monitors student attendance; communicates performance issues with students and works towards resolution; posts and maintains office hours; participates in the assessment of student learning outcomes; establishes, maintains and submits accurate student and instructional records in a timely manner; resolves issues relevant to area of responsibility and scope of authority
Applies and maintains standards of quality operating methods, processes, systems, and procedures; implements changes as necessary to maintain a successful Adult Education program; integrates knowledge of industry trends and professional training to continuously improve program quality
Develops, prepares and implements lesson plans; conducts pre- and post-assessment of students; evaluates, assesses and plans for students’ educational and social needs
Participates in Adult Education course scheduling, department, division and college meetings; collaborates with other instructors in assessment of teaching strategies and the effectiveness of the instructional program to help promote a culture of continuous improvement; serves on at least one internal and one Cochise College committee as assigned
Participates in Cochise College convocation, the Cochise College Adult Education recognition ceremony and at least one day of the AZ Dept of Ed’s Adult Education Institute Week
Resolves issues relevant to area of responsibility and scope of authority, referring more difficult or complex problems to the Adult Education Program Director
Performs other related duties as assigned
General Expectations: Employees are expected to accomplish assigned duties in an efficient, effective and competent manner and to strive for improvement and excellence in all work performed. Additionally, employees must understand the comprehensive role of the community college and cooperate and work harmoniously with students, faculty and staff, and the public. Employees will follow all college policies, rules, regulations and guidelines as they relate to this position.
Bachelor's degree in a related field from an institution accredited by an institutional accrediting body of higher learning recognized by the US Department of Education
Valid Arizona Adult Education teaching certification or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire
Bachelor’s degree in Education or related discipline preferred
Previous teaching experience preferred
Knowledge of and ability to follow college policies and procedures
Knowledge of current technologies and word processing, database, presentation, and spreadsheet software, specifically Microsoft Office applications
Knowledge of Arizona Adult Education Standards and assessments
Knowledge of research-based adult learning principles
Knowledge of trends, developments, and new technologies affecting adult education
Knowledge of developing, implementing, and evaluating curriculum and instructional approaches
Skill in creating, adapting, and implementing student-directed curriculum
Skill in using authentic assessment to evaluate students’ needs and progress
Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, and to relate to others in a professional, helpful manner
Ability to relate to a diverse population and to maintain composure when faced with difficult situations
Ability to multi-task and organize, prioritize, and follow multiple projects and tasks through to completion with an attention to detail
Ability to work independently while contributing to team environment
Ability to effectively identify and resolve problems and to maintain strict confidentiality related to sensitive information
Ability to analyze problems, identify solutions, and take appropriate actions to resolve problems using independent judgment and decision-making processes
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other department staff, faculty, students and the public
Work Environment: Work is primarily performed under general supervision. Travel, evening, and weekend work may be required.
Physical Requirements: Essential functions of this position require: lifting, manual dexterity, ability to communicate.
Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body; involves sitting majority of time; walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met
Mental Application: Utilizes memory for details, verbal instructions, emotional stability, critical thinking, adaptability and creative problem-solving skills are important
Reports to: Director of Adult Education
