"Spanish GED Language Arts Instructor"

About Oakton College

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At Oakton College, we know education changes lives - and that starts with the people who make it happen. For more than 50 years, we've built a welcoming and inclusive community where students from all backgrounds and experiences thrive.

We're looking for passionate educators, professionals and leaders to join our team. Whether in the classroom, student support, or behind the scenes, your talents and expertise will make a difference and shape the future.

We provide dynamic learning environments that empower students and employees alike with campuses in Des Plaines and Skokie and a Health Careers Education Center in Evanston.

As a proud institution accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, Oakton is more than a college - it's a place where innovation, equity and lifelong learning drive everything we do. We value diverse perspectives and embrace new ideas and are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and student-centered culture.

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Job Description

Seeking a passionate and dedicated educator with strong technology skills to teach Adult Education Spanish GED Language Arts (reading/writing) classes that prepare students to pass the Spanish GED Language Arts, Social Studies, and/or Science tests and transition to college and/or career. Design and implement educational activities using a variety of teaching strategies to help students achieve their goals. Instructors are responsible for providing a classroom environment that is equitable and inclusive as well as implementing instruction that considers a variety of learning styles, facilitates active learning, and offers strategies for successfully passing standardized exams.

Essential Functions of the Position

• Provide direct and engaging Spanish GED language arts, social studies, and/or science instruction in person at the Des Plaines or Skokie campus.
• Adapt and differentiate instruction to accommodate diverse learning styles and needs.
• Maintain strong relationships with students, contacting them as needed with the intent to promote persistence and retention.
• Utilize online learning platforms and digital tools to enhance student engagement and learning.
• Comply with departmental and state curricula, grading standards, attendance policies, textbook choices, assessments, and other established processes.
• Monitor student progress, report outcomes, and refer students to support services.
• Comply with all legal and ethical obligations including FERPA, ADA, and other regulatory legislations.

Requirements

Understanding of and commitment to working with populations that often fall within the opportunity gap, thus requiring more intentional and comprehensive support. Work with the Program Manager and Transitions Coordinators to meet the needs of students.

• Bachelor's Degree in education, language arts, history, science or related field (Master's preferred).
• At least 1 year of experience teaching high school equivalency and/or Spanish GED.
• Ability to teach in person at the Des Plaines or Skokie campus.
• Strong digital and technology skills, including experience teaching online.
• Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English and Spanish.
• Working knowledge of Adult Education standards, pathways, and assessments.
• Morning and/or evening availability.

Additional Information

Pay rate: $35 per hour (additional pay possible for those with Adult Ed certifications)

This position requires availability to teach in the evening and/or on the weekends*. Yes

This position requires availability to teach on both the Des Plaines and Skokie campuses*. Yes

This position requires availability to teach online in whole or in part*. Unknown

Oakton College is an equal opportunity employer and has a strong commitment to diversity. In that spirit, we seek a broad spectrum of candidates, including minorities, veterans, women and people with disabilities. EOE/AA/M/F/D/V

Oakton is committed to maintaining an environment free from harassment and discrimination for all and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex (gender), sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, and reprisal or any other protected status. Further, Oakton does not discriminate on the basis of sex in any educational, employment, or extracurricular activity.

Application Instructions

For further details, visit our website at www.oakton.edu and select the Employment link to view Employment Opportunities.

Please be sure to have a current resume, cover letter, and list of, at least, three (3) professional references with contact information prepared to submit with your application.

Oakton College conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer of employment. Convictions are not a bar to employment. Background checks will be performed in compliance with state and federal law and in accordance with the Illinois Department of Human Rights Conviction Record Protection Act of March 2021.

Posted positions may be removed from the Oakton website without notice when it is determined that no additional applicants are required.

Oakton College does not utilize E-Verify for employment eligibility verification.