PT Basic Skills Math Instructor (Johnston Correctional Institution)

Johnston Community College•Johnston Correctional Center - Smithfield, NC

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, the PT Basic Skills Math Instructor increases adults’ educational levels through instruction in mathematics and science, digital literacy, and communication skills. The position teaches day classes and prepares lesson plans and tests, grades papers, records attendance, and counsels or advises students. The instructor teaches assigned classes and creates an effective learning environment, delivering instruction according to course competencies and performance levels. The instructor uses standardized TABE pre- and post-testing to monitor ABE/HSE student performance gains and maintains accurate attendance and scholastic records. The role uses varied teaching methods and course materials in accordance with college and departmental guidelines. The instructor also supports classroom safety, housekeeping, and equipment security; serves as an academic advisor; communicates with the college and department; meets deadlines; submits reports; participates in the college assessment process; fulfills contract provisions; and represents the college professionally. The position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in liberal arts, adult education, K-12 education, or a related field.
Previous experience working in a correctional facility.
Two years of teaching experience in a postsecondary environment, preferably at a community college, or two years of K-12 teaching experience.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to perform basic math computations, including operations and averaging units of measure, and to compute fractions, percentages, and decimals.
Effective critical-thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Proficiency in a Windows environment and knowledge of email systems, MS Office Suite, Aztec, and online lab environments.
Ability to demonstrate competence in areas taught and to plan, organize, and instruct quality educational programs.
Ability to communicate effectively with adult learners and maintain good relationships with staff and students.
Ability to exercise individual initiative, independent action, and sound judgment.
Ability to communicate effectively, meet mobility requirements, occasionally move materials weighing up to 10 pounds, and access and effectively use print materials.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in adult education, K-12 education, or a related field.
Experience with online instruction and educational technology.

Responsibilities

Teach assigned classes and create an effective learning environment.
Present instruction based on course competencies and performance levels.
Use TABE standardized pre- and post-testing to ensure ABE/HSE students are meeting performance gains.
Maintain accurate student attendance and scholastic records.
Use teaching methods suited to a variety of learning styles.
Use course texts, outlines, syllabi, and other curriculum materials according to college and departmental guidelines.
Help maintain classroom safety, good housekeeping, and equipment security.
Serve as an academic advisor to students.
Communicate with the college and department and meet required deadlines.
Submit required reports and participate in the college’s assessment process.
Fulfill all contract provisions and maintain professionalism as a representative of the college.
Perform other duties as assigned.