Adult Education ESL Adjunct Instructor – Knox and Anderson Counties

Tennessee Board of Regents•Sevierville, TN

About The Position

The Tennessee College of Applied Technology Knoxville is accepting applications for a part-time ESL Adjunct Instructor working in Knox and Anderson Counties for the Adult Education Program. This position provides instruction in adult education for the six educational functioning levels to students with varying academic levels. The instructor interacts with students and provides instructional and registration /intake-related services for potential and current students.

Requirements

Baccalaureate in Education or related field, Tennessee Teacher’s License (preferred or approved waiver, or experience in teaching.
Office Skills: Microsoft Office – Microsoft Office Suite (i.e., PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, Excel, etc.) as well as the ability to learn to use other computer software
Strong oral and written communication skills
Evidence of interpersonal /customer skills
Strong Organizational and analytical skills and ability to meet deadlines
Must be able to work a flexible schedule
Travel to satellite class locations if necessary
Participate in local and state activities /staff development

Nice To Haves

Experience in an adult education environment
Knowledge of data management systems
Demonstrate command of content knowledge of the current AE Curriculum and recommended resources
Maintain student files to track students for post-testing
Work as a team member

Responsibilities

Plan, teach, and evaluate student work
Provide instruction for the digital education classroom
Accepts responsibility and is self-motivated
Demonstrate the ability to multitask
Assist with graduation
Assist with student registration, assessment, orientation/counseling
Administer and interpret scores for CASAS and HiSET OPT exams for student placement and instruction
Organize and maintain confidential program and student files as well as report documentation, including maintaining correct student sign-in sheets
Provide office coverage, customer service, and assist with student registration, class assignment, attendance, and student goals
Maintain technical knowledge by engaging in opportunities to improve or increase skills
Contribute to team effort
Perform other duties as assigned
Maintaining time and effort documentation
Work toward classroom improvement based on program goals
Post-test all students after 40 hours of instruction
Work with the Leadership Team to develop a program that supports students’ progression through the National Reporting System levels – ensuring level gains - (Essential)