"[POOL] PT Faculty, Adult Basic Education/GED (Spanish)"

Job Summary

Instruct Spanish-only or Spanish-preferred students in Adult Basic Education and GED classes. The Adult Basic Skills instructor provides an instructional program to meet the needs of Spanish-only speaking students, in compliance with the Adult Education Act. The instructor is responsible to the Dean of Academic Foundations and Extended Learning or designees in carrying out his/her assigned instructional tasks. The instructor shall perform such other duties as assigned by his/her immediate supervisor.

Required Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in education or related field, or equivalent combination of experience and education/training related to teaching and/or working with the Spanish GED population.
• Must be fluent in English and Spanish languages. One year, full or part time experience in instructional setting teaching adults.
• Documented ability to plan and implement instructional programs appropriate for adult learners. Proficient use of computers.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Must be able to work respectfully with individuals of all cultures, backgrounds, perspectives, and abilities.
• The ability to communicate effectively as a teacher and to operate as an effective member of a team.

Preferred Qualifications

A Master’s degree with a major in Adult Education, Reading, English, Math or related field, or completion of 27 graduate quarter hours in Education or related discipline. A valid or previous OR 7-12 teaching license. Knowledge of strategies and techniques to instruct students with disabilities. Experience teaching adults in ABE / GED programs or non-traditional alternative programs. Experience teaching basic computer skills. Teaching experience in community college.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Work is performed in an office or classroom setting with minimal exposure to safety or health hazards. Learned physical skill is required to operate keyboard or other office equipment. Requires sufficient visual acuity to recognize alphanumeric characters. Requires sufficient hearing and speaking ability to communicate effectively with staff and students.

Essential Duties

1. Act as a team member of the Adult Basic Skills Department. Instruct assigned basic skills and GED preparation.
2. Monitor and evaluate learning progress, determine learning needs of students.
3. Provide classroom environment conducive to student learning.
4. Teach classes as assigned following approved course outline, prepare and develop materials for assigned classes, provide students with course syllabi reflecting the objectives of each course taught.
5. Establish and maintain close supervision of students’ attendance.
6. Participate in curriculum development, recommend textbooks and other instructional materials and equipment, and recommend course outline revisions.
7. Maintain college facilities and equipment.
8. Keep abreast of technological changes and development in subject area, innovative teaching techniques, and continuously strive for professional development.
9. Attend staff meetings, work in cooperative manner with others in department and college, respond to emails and departmental requests for information in a timely manner, represent department at pertinent meetings as required.
10. Promote positive image of college and college programs.
11. Participate in department processes designed to recruit and retain students.
12. Participate in Student Appraisal of Classroom Learning.
13. Maintain posted office hours. Provide out of class time to students for course advising and support.

Applicant Instructions

Applications submitted to this recruitment pool are reviewed on an as needed basis. Qualified applicants will be contacted when positions become available.

In addition to completing the online application, applicants must attach the following documents when applying:

1. Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2. Unofficial Academic Transcript showing qualifying degree.
3. Cover Letter

Transcripts from institutions outside of the United States must be accompanied by an international credential agency evaluation.

Proposed Start Date:

Full-time or Part-time: Part-time

Number of hours/week: Varies

Work Schedule: Varies

Posting Date: 07/23/2024

Closing Date:

Open Until Filled: Yes

Salary and Compensation Information

Courses are paid on a per-credit basis. New Part-time Faculty begin at Step 1 of the payscale, with steps being “rolled” once per term, if eligible.