Adult Education Instructors

Heartland Community College • Normal, IL

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Heartland Community College seeks instructors for its Adult Education program in Normal, Illinois. The program serves a diverse population of adult learners, including traditionally underserved students and people working to advance their educational goals. Morning and evening teaching opportunities are anticipated for the upcoming spring semester. The role requires on-campus, in-person presence as needed.

Adult Basic Education/High School Equivalency (ABE/HSE) Preparation Instructors plan and deliver instruction to prepare students for the High School Equivalency exam. They teach math, language arts, science, social studies, the U.S. and Illinois Constitution, and career planning.

Functional English as a Second Language (FESL) and Academic English Language Program (AELP) Instructors plan and deliver instruction in reading, writing, speaking, and listening, and incorporate U.S. culture and career readiness into instruction. Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis, and selected applicants will be contacted for an interview.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree.
• Ability to engage learners with varying skill levels and backgrounds.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and web-based tools.
• Ability to work independently and maintain professionalism under pressure.
• Ability to perform duties confidentially.
• Availability to be present on campus as needed.

Nice To Haves

• Teaching certification and/or a master's degree in adult education or a related field for instructor roles.
• Experience working inclusively with multicultural and underserved groups.
• Successful teaching or tutoring experience, especially with adult populations.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver instruction to prepare students for the High School Equivalency exam.
• Teach content areas including math, language arts, science, social studies, the U.S. and Illinois Constitution, and career planning.
• Plan and deliver instruction in reading, writing, speaking, and listening for FESL and AELP learners.
• Incorporate U.S. culture and career readiness into instruction.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time