National Rural Education Association Jobs in Ridgeside, TN

TEMPORARY/PART-TIME

ADULT EDUCATION INSTRUCTOR

Number of Openings:                       1

Employee Classification:                  Non-Exempt

Institution:                                       Cleveland State Community College

Department:                                     Adult Education

Campus Location:                             Cleveland, TN

Salary Range:                                    $23.00 - $25.00/hourly

Position Status:                                 Part-Time Temporary / *Not to exceed 29 hours/week

Cleveland State Community College is a comprehensive, two-year post-secondary institution, located in Cleveland, Tennessee. Cleveland State is committed to providing open access and quality education to all students. A Tennessee Board of Regents institution, Cleveland State is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). At Cleveland State, our mission is to build strong minds, careers and communities through exceptional teaching and learning, workforce development and service. We wish to hire individuals with similar values who can help us accomplish those goals.

Special Instructions to Applicants: 

To be considered for a position at Cleveland State, you must complete an online application. Your skills, abilities, qualifications, and years of experience will be evaluated solely based on the information provided in your application. Any work experience not included will not be considered for meeting the minimum requirements or determining compensation for the position.

Please note the following: 

• Attaching a resume does not substitute for completion of the application form.
• Part-time work experience is calculated at 50% of full-time experience. 

JOB SUMMARY

The Adult Education Instructor provides instructional services including teaching, assessment, and student support activities as assigned. The Instructor assists adult students in achieving high school equivalency credentials and improving core academic skills in math, language, science, and social studies. Additionally, the Instructor supports program goals by helping students demonstrate measurable skill gains in alignment with state and National Reporting System (NRS) standards. Instructors are required to adhere to instructional activities as outlined in Title II of WIOA (Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act).

** The Adult Education Program is a grant-funded initiative; therefore, employment is contingent upon the terms and duration of the grant contract. Employment is not guaranteed and may be terminated at the College’s discretion. All employees are required to review, sign, and adhere to the terms outlined in their employment contract.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Teaching and Instruction (95%)

• Plan, teach, and evaluate student work, ensuring lessons align with curriculum standards and student needs.
• Implement and monitor classroom activities to create a positive learning environment.
• Select and adapt instructional resources to support student abilities and learning goals.
• Encourage student engagement and a supportive learning environment.

• Conduct Adult Education Student Orientation and monitor testing using TABE (Test of Adult Basic Education) and OPT (Observed Performance Test), when appropriate.
• Assist in teacher and staff record-keeping through LACES (Literacy, Adult & Community Education System) to ensure accuracy and compliance.

Additional Support Duties (5%)

• Perform other duties as assigned.

EQUIPMENT

Work activities routinely involve the use of standard office equipment, including computers, printers, copiers, scanners, telephones, and other related devices. Employees are expected to perform tasks such as data entry, document preparation, email communication, and report generation using these tools.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to interact professionally with students, faculty, staff, and external stakeholders.
• Microsoft Office applications (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.). to create documents, manage data, prepare reports, and support daily operations, as needed.
• Knowledge of Jobs4TN and related record-keeping procedures to ensure accurate documentation, compliance, and tracking of student progress.
• Knowledge of TABE (Test of Adult Basic Education), OPT (Observed Performance Test), and Adult Education curriculum, with the ability to grade, interpret, and apply results to guide instruction, stay current with curriculum changes, assess needs, and implement improvements.
• Ability to organize, plan, and manage multiple tasks effectively while meeting deadlines, working independently with minimal supervision, and collaborating as part of a team.
• Ability to prepare and present information clearly for both small and large groups, while maintaining professional and ethical standards in all interactions with students, staff, and the community.
• Ability to travel to satellite locations and work a flexible schedule, including evenings, and participate in local and state activities, professional development, and ongoing staff training initiatives.
• Preferred experience:
• Prior experience in Adult Education instruction.

JOB STANDARDS/QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
• Tennessee Teacher’s License (or approved waiver)
• Minimum of one (1) year of teaching experience within K-12 & Post-secondary.
• Valid Driver’s License.

JOB LOCATION

This on-site position is based in the Adult Education Department located on the main campus of Cleveland State Community College in Cleveland, Tennessee. Additionally, this position requires travel to alternate locations served through the Adult Education Program, including, but not limited to, the Cleveland State Community College Vonore Campus, Madisonville Courthouse, Polk County Courthouse, Meigs County, and Athens industrial locations within the College’s five-county service area.

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Applicants may be subject to a background check and credit check.

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If you are interested, click on the link to apply. 

Applications can be assured full consideration if submitted by December 31, 2026.

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Cleveland State Community College

Human Resources Office
Telephone: 423-478-6203; FAX: 423-478-6257
Email: humanresources@clevelandstatecc.edu

Website: www.clevelandstatecc.edu

Cleveland State Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity or national origin, disability, age, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or any other class protected by Federal or State laws and regulations and by Tennessee Board of Regents policies with respect to employment, programs, and activities.

The following link will direct you to the College’s reporting section, where you can find information and resources for submitting reports related to discrimination and other concerns:  How Do I Report