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.
Under the supervision of the Dean of Adult Education and the Lead ESL Instructor, the Part-Time Instructor is responsible for imparting classes, implementing, and designing curriculum-based activities for the IDPL English language program initiatives, including ESL, EL Civics, English Literacy, and first language literacy classes.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Prepares and presents material for program classes according to curriculum guidelines. Regularly evaluates student progress utilizing quizzes, exams, performance portfolios, or other type of qualitative or quantitative evaluation. Designs, writes, administers, and grades exams, quizzes, and other forms of student evaluation. Prepares syllabus documents as requested, including syllabus writing for the department and curriculum writing for other staff. Is present for a minimum of 95% of scheduled classes. Motivates students to attend class, as measured by an acceptable rate of attendance and retention. Receives positive and acceptable student feedback in evaluations conducted twice annually. Keeps accurate attendance records in two forms, a daily sign-in sheet for participants and a classroom record. Demonstrates ability to work in a team with colleagues. Exhibits professional courtesy in dealing with program participants, colleagues, and team members, and the public. Shows enthusiasm to teach, understands and applies current best-practices in classroom techniques and materials. Is able to provide instruction in morning and evening schedule on the same day Stays up to date by attending professional development on an ongoing basis, no less than four hours every six months. Attends civic events in support of the school and the community.
QUALIFICATIONS
B.A.in language, math, subject area or education; 1 year classroom experience teaching adults Previous Syllabus Document and Lesson plan writing as instructor Excellent oral and written communication skills, Bilingual Spanish English preferred Experience working with a membership or volunteer environment preferred, nonprofit organization ideal. Ability to maintain a high sense of confidentiality Able to work with a wide variety of people Exceptional organization and time management skills Above average "customer" service approach Ability to maintain composure under pressure. Dependable and punctual Advanced skills with Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and the Internet The above is intended to describe the general conditions of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities and requirements.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Nature of work requires an ability to operate standard business office equipment. Requires ability to communicate and exchange information, collect, compile and prepare work documents, as well as set-up and maintain work files.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Majority of work performed in a general office environment. Position requires availability for extended hours plus non-traditional hours may be required to perform job duties. Also requires participation and attendance at organization sponsored events and meetings .
BENEFITS
403b retirement saving plan (if working more than 20 hours per week).
PAID TIME OFF
Paid Sick Leave Paid Leave Instituto del Progreso Latino is an Equal Opportunity Employer
