An Adult Basic Education or Literacy Instructor works with adults, including young adults who are out of school, to improve literacy and strengthen basic skills in reading, writing and math. Helps students to learn English or gain a high school diploma or equivalent certificate. Assesses students' educational levels, skills and goals, and differentiates instruction as needed for adults at different levels in one class. May focus on basic skills as needed for a particular occupation, or assist students with developing study skills or job search skills, or help students connect with social services.
Adult Educator City Colleges of Chicago - 3.6 Chicago, IL Job Details Part-time $41.23 an hour 3 hours ago Qualifications Grade entry Computer operation Spanish Student progress monitoring Master's degree in English Master's degree in education D2L Brightspace Microsoft Outlook Gradebook management Computer literacy Student record keeping Student database management Assessment-driven instruction Student information system English Mid-level Teaching Spanish Adult education instructional development Syllabus development Bachelor's degree in secondary education Bachelor's degree in English Teaching assessments Literacy education Trade school Master's degree in secondary education E-learning platforms Lesson planning Bachelor's degree in education Master's degree in Curriculum and Instruction Enterprise Learning Management Full Job Description
Adult Education is a comprehensive program of free classes for adult students who need to learn English and improve their basic literacy skills, obtain a General Education Diploma (GED), prepare for the citizenship test, or gain the knowledge needed for transition to college and career pathways. An Adult Educator - Spanish Adult Secondary Education (ASE) Language Arts works a part-time schedule and is responsible for providing instruction in Language Arts to students enrolled in the Adult Education program. The position requires a passion for teaching and learning and utilization of highly effective teaching strategies that meet students' diverse needs. Performs related duties as required.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Provides Spanish ASE Language Arts instruction that supports students in meeting the Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs) for that course. Uses City Colleges of Chicago (CCC) Adult Education core materials designed for each course, including those in the Learning Management System, such as BrightSpace. May customize instruction with supplemental materials, as appropriate. Uses City Colleges of Chicago (CCC) Adult Education course master syllabus to customize syllabus for each class. Shares and discusses syllabi with students to ensure understanding of course expectations. Conducts formal and informal assessments to measure student progress toward SLOs and adjusts instruction based on ongoing student assessments. Takes attendance, monitors class enrollment and retention, submits grades, and enters information into the appropriate student system in a timely manner. Complies with Illinois Community College Board (ICCB) professional development requirements, including completing 12 required professional development (PD) hours each fiscal year. Assists with program registration and orientation, as requested. Attends and participates in staff development and program staff meetings, as required. Keeps abreast of state and federal rules and regulations regarding Adult Education policies.
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's Degree from a regionally accredited college or university required, preferably in Adult Education, Education, Elementary or Secondary Education, English, and/or Reading. Master's Degree from a regionally accredited college/university preferred in a related subject, i.e. Adult Education, Curriculum and Instruction, Education, Educational Policy, Elementary or Secondary Education, English, Literacy Studies, Reading, or Teaching International degree(s) evaluated by a certified provider. Teaching and/or tutoring experience. Completion of Illinois Community College Board (ICCB) Standards Proficient Instructor Training within second year of hire. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Some proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook).
FOR CONSIDERATION
All interested candidates, including current CCC employees, must submit the following documents for review: Resume reflecting knowledge of current adult education classroom assessment techniques. Transcript(s) reflecting sufficient subject-relevant coursework to teach the assigned course. (Unofficial transcripts initially accepted; official transcripts must be provided during the hire process.) Sample lesson plans, syllabi, and/or teaching portfolio that reflect skills in area(s) of instruction, including computer literacy and adult learning practices. If size limits prohibit you from attaching your documents, please email required attachments to . Completion of satisfactory teaching demonstration for the hiring committee may be required at time of interview.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Seeking candidate(s) to teach in-person classes with the ability and willingness to travel between Wilbur Wright College, Humboldt Park Vocational Education Center, and off-campus community sites, as needed. Seeking candidate(s) with availability to teach mornings from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., OR evenings from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
SALARY AND BENEFITS INFORMATION
Salary Range:
$41.23 per hour The rate paid is in accordance with the respective bargaining agreement. Benefits information is found at https://www.ccc.edu/departments/Benefits/ This position is represented by the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) Local 3506 Union. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Thank you for your interest in CCC! Additional Information
