Adult Education - Instructor

Navarro College • Corsicana, TX

2d • Onsite

About The Position

This is a grant-funded position and continuation is dependent upon availability of funds. The Full-Time Adult Education and Literacy (AEL) Instructor will perform all instructional teaching, classroom management, and other duties associated with the Adult Education program. A major responsibility of all instructional personnel is to meet every scheduled class period for classes which meet on a regular basis. The Instructor will perform a variety of classroom management duties in the efficient operation to the service of their students. This individual will report directly to and is responsible to the Program Coordinator and Director.

Requirements

• Proficient in classroom management.
• Proficient in office management.
• Basic computer literacy skills.
• Good typing and keyboarding skills.
• Ability to work effectively with students, faculty, administrators, and staff.
• Willingness to work in a cooperative way with others across multiple functions and departments.
• Develop a thorough knowledge of the Adult Education policies and procedures and have the ability to use that information in various situations.
• Ability to work in a busy environment with numerous interruptions.
• Demonstrate professionalism and ability to work independently and under pressure.
• Willingness to work occasional weekends and nights.
• Bachelor’s Degree or appropriate certification in field being taught.

Nice To Haves

• Certified in Education.
• Bilingual in Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Serve as student advocates.
• Provide student-centered learning opportunities.
• Make continuing efforts to improve the quality of their courses.
• Conduct classroom instruction at the highest possible level of quality, efficiency, and interest for students.
• Communicate knowledge and experience effectively to students.
• Have good rapport with students in class, instilling an atmosphere in which students are engaged and feel comfortable asking questions.
• Evaluate students regularly and fairly based on outcomes and objectives identified in course syllabi.
• Conduct classes that encourage critical thinking skills and/or instill professionalism in the students.
• Respect student privacy and comply with FERPA laws.
• Grade and return assignments and tests in a timely manner.
• Respond to student correspondence in a reasonable and timely manner.
• Utilize student evaluations to improve the quality of their instruction.
• Adequately plan courses so that content is up to date and presented in an orderly manner.
• Be responsible for classroom management.
• Discuss clear expectations and standards for optimum learning on the first day of class or within the first week of classes.
• Plan and develop efficient procedures for evaluating student learning.
• Develop efficient procedures for notifying students of poor academic performance.
• Adhere to all policies and procedures of the institution.
• Meet every scheduled class on time and keep the class for the entire scheduled period.
• Prepare and submit lesson plans weekly for each class.
• Prepare a course syllabus for each course which they are teaching and distribute within the first week a copy of the syllabus to each student in each class with a copy submitted to the Director.
• Check and respond to all emails in a timely manner.
• Be familiar with rules and regulations of the Adult Education and Literacy programs as stated in the operating guide for Adult Education programs in Texas.
• Review all monthly TEAMS (Texas Educating Adults Management Systems) data for students.
• Keep the Adult Education program updated on all concerns regarding the site, classes, students, and TEAMS.
• Monitor student attendance and retention in class.
• Become certified to administer assessments as required by TWC (Texas Workforce Commission).
• Maintain active membership in TALAE (Texas Association for Literacy & Adult Education).
• Meet state and federal targets of performance.
• Acquire professional development hours required by TWC as outlined within the time frame requested by AEL.
• Attend AEL Celebration Ceremony and all other special events.
• Perform classroom and paperwork duties as assigned.
• Turn in all paperwork in a timely manner.
• Hold office hours to be available for students.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Commensurate with Education and Experience (This is an 11 month position to be paid over 12 months)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level