Part-Time Adult Education Instructor

TITLE: Part-Time Adult Education Instructor

REPORTS TO: Director of Adult Education

SUMMARY

• Conducts appropriate level of instruction for Adult Education (AE) students in the areas of High School Equivalency (HSE) and/or English as a Second Language (ESL) as established by New Mexico Junior College Adult Education Program and New Mexico Higher Education Department.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Communicate effectively in writing and speaking English and Spanish
• Plan, implement, and monitor instruction for individuals and groups using a variety of instructional methods and techniques.
• Plan, implement and monitor instruction for individuals and groups via an on-line platform.
• Work in collaboration with faculty, staff, and students to create a positive classroom environment conducive to learning.
• Use a computer for word processing, instruction and communication with the college.
• Accurately complete, maintain, and submit student and class records in a timely manner.
• Attend all meetings and in-service training as needed.
• Provide suggestions for improving AE program instruction and operating procedures.
• Comply with all college, state and federal rules, regulations and laws.
• Nothing contained herein shall limit the President in assigning the employee to any of the various college activities for which he/she would be qualified in order to meet the needs of New Mexico Junior College.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or Equivalent required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree preferred in education from an accredited institution of higher education in the field of specialization.
• At least 1 year of teaching experience and/or one of the following certificates or endorsements: education, ESL, TESOL, Math or Writing.
• A demonstrated competence working accurately with details and maintaining educational records.
• A demonstrated ability to work successfully within a nontraditional environment, including successful problem solving, quick thinking skills and experience with multi-level, multi-ethnic groups.
• A demonstrated competence in effective written and oral communication in English.
• A demonstrated competence using a computer for word processing and experience with educational software.
• This position is funded by a grant. Continued employment will depend on grant funding

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of all applicable codes, standards, and regulations.