Adult Education Instructor

Salary: $42,840.00 Annually

Location : Adult Education-Camden, AR

Job Type: Full-time

Job Number: 011-2324

Department: Adult Education

Opening Date: 07/25/2023

Location: Adult Ed Camden

Description

The Adult Basic Education teacher is responsible for a multi-level class of adult learners. Position is responsible for instructing a cohort of at least 10-15 adult learners in reading, writing, and mathematical content knowledge to improve basic skills, prepare for a GED® credential, WAGE Certificate, or short-term certificate/credential. This position is governed by agency/institution policy.

All SAU Tech employees are expected to demonstrate excellence in interpersonal behaviors and be committed to effective collaboration with colleagues. Joining the SAU Tech family requires a commitment to our culture of Continuous Quality Improvement.

The policy of Southern Arkansas University Tech is to comply with all federal and state nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action laws, orders, and regulations. The College will not engage in discrimination or harassment against any person because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, unfavorable discharge from the military, status as a disabled veteran or a veteran od the Vietnam era. Discrimination is prohibited by Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1064, as amended, Title IX of the Education amendments of 1972, and Sections 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with disabilities Act of 1990, including all subsequent amendments and administrative regulations adopted thereunder by the Department of Education. This nondiscrimination policy applies to admissions, employment, and access to and treatment in the various programs and activities of the College.

Examples of Duties

Essential Functions Statement(s)

• Maintain positive working relationships with students, other agencies, and co-workers
• Responsible for teaching Adult Basic Education, Pre-GED/GED, WAGE, English as a Second Language or other educational courses using instructional methods geared toward the adult learner in a classroom setting.
• Plan lessons and create curriculum to address the learning needs of culturally diverse and multi-skill level students which prepare students to pass the GED exam, enhance basic education skills, and/or earn certificates/credentials.
• Uses lesson plans aligned with CCR Standards that integrate instruction across content areas
• Implement a variety of instructional delivery methods, that include group or individualized instruction as well as computer programs that help students make learning gains.
• Discuss student goals and create an individualized plan toward meeting those goals; evaluate progress and adjust plan as needed. Create a climate that encourages and supports learning.
• Maintain accurate data and student records to ensure required documentation is in folder and updated on a daily basis. Collects and manages accurate data for program improvement and accountability.
• Maintains knowledge of program regulations, policy, and procedures.
• Explain program rules and procedures to students.
• Responsible for effective classroom management that enhances student learning. Maintain classroom discipline; monitor breaks, as needed
• Monitor student attendance and progress as it relates to program policies and procedures.
• Maintain student confidentiality
• Ensure classroom materials are available and relevant to student needs
• Continuously evaluate individual teacher and classroom performance and submit program progress reports as needed
• Actively Participate in program improvement activities/discussions and staff meeting.
• Keep professionally up-to-date in areas of instruction and completes required professional development hours. Attend state meetings/trainings as required
• Participate in recruitment, retention, and follow-up activities.
• Cross train in all programs to be familiar with requirements and to be able to help students reach their goals
• Perform related responsibilities as required or assigned

Minimum/Preferred Qualifications

Education : Bachelor's Degree with current Arkansas teaching license
Must obtain Adult Education Endorsement within three years of hire date.

Experience : Three to five years of teaching experience
Supplemental Information

Other Requirements
Knowledge of grammar, punctuation, and spelling. Knowledge of general office procedures. Knowledge of basic record keeping procedures. Knowledge of word processing applications. Ability to operate standard office equipment. Ability to provide information and assistance to office staff, visitors, and callers. Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations. Ability to extract and organize information.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
The Instructor has regular contact with department staff, other state agency/institution personnel, clients/students, personnel of regulated entities, and the general public.

Please note:

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At Southern Arkansas University Tech, we value the personal health and financial well-being of our employees. Our affordable and flexible benefits packages truly encompass our values by giving our employees peace of mind to allow them to focus on their professional development and other important aspects in their lives. Our benefits include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts(TASC)
• Wellness Program
• Robust and comprehensive Retirement Plan (Basic and Supplemental)
• Tuition Waiver (SAU Tech, SAU Magnolia, SouthArk)
• Life and Long Term Disability
• Service/Recognition awards
• Annual and Sick leave