CONTINUING EDUCATION – APPLIED MATH and WORKPLACE DOCUMENTS INSTRUCTOR

TRUMAN COLLEGE

Truman College Continuing Education is seeking an instructor to teach a combination ACT WorkKeys preparation class that will cover the Applied Mathematics and Workplace Documents assessments. The WorkKeys Applied Math assessment evaluates a person’s ability to solve practical mathematical problems commonly encountered in the workplace. The WorkKeys Workplace Documents assessment evaluates a person’s ability to comprehend and use written information commonly encountered in the workplace. If you have a passion for teaching and learning and are committed to the mission of the community college, consider joining our team.

Primary Responsibilities

• Prepare students to take the WorkKeys Applied Mathematics assessment, focusing on the following skills:
  • Basic operations, fractions, percentages, ratios, and interpreting numerical data in real-world scenarios.
  • Applying logical reasoning and problem-solving skills under timed conditions.
• Prepare students to take the WorkKeys Workplace Documents assessment, focusing on the following skills:
  • Reading, understanding, and applying instructions, procedures, policies, and other workplace documents.
  • Applying critical thinking and problem-solving skills under timed conditions.
• Fulfill the assigned schedule, maintain accurate student attendance and grade records, maintain a positive instructional environment, and provide opportunities for student evaluation.
• Adhere to the City Colleges of Chicago code of ethics, board rules, policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Appropriate educational background. Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Experience teaching math, reading and writing to a diverse student population. Ability to interact effectively with a variety of demographic groups.
• Ability to teach in-person and online classes.
• Familiarity with online testing platforms and environments.
• Strong communication skills -- written, verbal and platform.

Additional Information: Starting pay - $45.00 per contact hour. Benefits information is found at https://www.ccc.edu/departments/Benefits/

We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.