Non-Credit Instructor, Adult Education - Mathematics (part-time) - Bristol Community College

Bristol Community College•Fall River, MA

46d•$31•Hybrid

About The Position

Adult Education (AE) instructors provide instruction for adults and out-of-school youth in basic skills upgrading, high school equivalency preparation, and college and career readiness. Assignments may include, but are not limited to, teaching High School Equivalency Preparation at the adult basic level (ABE) to the adult secondary level (ASE). Instructors are responsible for maintaining student assessment results and tracking student progress throughout the year. Instructors will meet with students to define and update goals. The instructor participates in the development and implementation of program curriculum that addresses the AE College and Career Readiness Standards and integrates employment skills. These are online and in person teaching positions. We are currently recruiting for three positions - one day and two evening mathematics instructors who specialize(s) in evidence-based math instruction at the intermediate level. Classes run Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, 10:00am- 12:00 pm and 6:00pm - 8:00 pm, with additional time for preparation and planning and required attendance at monthly afternoon staff and math team meetings. The preference is for instructors living locally, however we are accepting applications from individuals who are remote from the area.

Requirements

Minimum of a Bachelor's degree.
Minimum of two years of experience working with students from diverse educational and ethnic backgrounds in an instructional setting.
Minimum of two years of combined experience and education in mathematics instruction.
Experience in providing individualized and group instruction.
Demonstrated ability to adapt teaching style and materials to meet the individual needs of students.
Demonstrated experience developing curriculum units and lesson plans
Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team and team-teach, if necessary.
Demonstrated experience assisting students in meeting their education and career goals.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to integrate technology into the teaching and learning processes
Proven technological proficiency, which may include Microsoft Office 365 applications.
The ability to work effectively with a diverse student body, faculty, and staff.

Nice To Haves

Adult Basic Education (ABE) licensure or experience teaching adult learners
Mathematics Licensure at the appropriate grade level (Math 5-8 or 8-12)
Demonstrated ability to design and/or use blended learning models.
Experience developing math curriculum utilizing educational standards
Familiarity with the College and Career Readiness Standards for Adult Learners
Prior online teaching experience using a Learning Management System.
Experience using evidenced-based practices in adult basic education with non-traditional learners.
Ability to communicate in a language in addition to English.

Responsibilities

Prepare and instruct students who have a variety of learning styles, with appropriate level materials and teaching strategies, in a remote/distance learning environment.
Provide instruction using evidence-based math practices that address conceptual and computational understanding.
Prepare students for academic and career pathways.
Develop a syllabus and daily lesson plans based upon assigned classes, program curriculum, and instructional priorities.
Integrate digital literacy into curriculum and instruction.
Utilize educational software and equipment as warranted.
Conduct appropriate assessment of student learning outcomes.
Participate in goal setting and goal follow-up with individual students.
Maintain appropriate attendance and student performance records.
Assist with student placement, registration, and orientation as needed.
Collaborate with staff to assist students in achieving their personal education and career goals.
Participate in staff/program meetings as required
Engage in annual professional development activities related to professional standards and program goals to advance teaching skills and strategies.
Assume responsibilities for additional educational projects related to the program.
Complete required college trainings such as, but not limited to, Title IX, FERPA, Bloodborne Pathogens and Information Security.
Demonstrate professionalism and consistently reflect Bristol's core values while interacting with members of the Bristol community.
Focus on the Commonwealth's Equity Agenda by applying related best practices throughout all job functions.
Perform other duties as assigned.