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Adult Education (ECTC campus)

Instructor III - 8312 - Adult Education

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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.

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Instructor III
  • 8312
  • Adult Education Hardin County School District Adult Education (ECTC campus)
  • Elizabethtown, Kentucky This job is also posted in Hardin County Schools (KY) Job Details
Job ID:
5847370
Application Deadline:
Posted until filled
Posted:
Yesterday
Starting Date:
Immediately Job Description
CLASS TITLE
INSTRUCTOR III This is a full-time position, year-round 47 weeks, 22
  • 30 hours per week.
Staff time is split between data assessment, college and career navigation, public outreach, and GED preparation.
Data assessment includes:
enrolling students, administering tests, and documenting student progress.
College and career navigation involves:
providing career counseling, assisting with entrance into college, instructing students on employability skills, and implementing mitigation strategies to improve student success. This specialized instructor collaborates with community partners to recruit students and refers to agencies providing wrap-around services. GED preparation includes instruction in Language Arts, Social Studies, Science, and Mathematics in our learning centers and county detention centers. This position requires travel within the Heartland counties (Breckinridge, Grayson, Hardin, Hart, and LaRue) and work at least 2 evenings per month. Adult education instructors must have a minimum bachelor degree and pass the Test of Adult Basic Education (TABE 13 /14 A) earning a NRS Level 6 in Reading and Mathematics.
BASIC FUNCTION
Assist in the implementation of education programs by providing comprehensive assessments, evaluations and instruction to meet the needs of parents and children including home visitation and instruction; provide leadership and assistance to support functions with a minimum of supervision.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
The levels of instructor are distinguished by independence of action and degree of judgment exercised. The Instructor III provides leadership as well as assisting in program design. The Instructor I receives closer supervision while Instructor II provides assistance to others and serves as a resource.
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Assist in the implementation of education programs by providing comprehensive assessments, evaluations, and instruction to meet the needs of parents and children including home visitation and instruction; provide leadership and assistance to support functions with a minimum of supervision. Implement a comprehensive education program for eligible participants. Provide instruction, counseling, appropriate learning materials and experiences for the participants and provide continuous evaluation of students progress and achievement. Plan and implement parent and child interactions and activities. Provide and arrange adult supports, activities and sessions. Plan and implement a parent involvement program which includes home visitation as appropriate. Promote program, interpret purpose of program to potential clients and interested persons in the community. Maintain accurate records on the program and provide data to appropriate personnel. Plan regularly with staff and participate in appropriate school meetings and activities. Comply with policies, rules and regulations of the School District and State or federal regulatory agencies where appropriate. Perform related duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
KNOWLEDGE OF:
Basic instructional methods and techniques. Basic learning theory applicable to the group served. Students with special needs, multi-cultural and multi-ethnic backgrounds. Basic subjects taught in District schools including arithmetic, reading, writing, grammar and spelling. Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary. Classroom procedures and appropriate student conduct. Policies and objectives of assigned program and activities. Applicable sections of Kentucky Administrative Regulations and other applicable laws. Health and safety regulations.
ABILITY TO
Maintain regular and predictable attendance. Provide instruction working with children and parents with special needs, multi-cultural and multi-ethnic backgrounds. Monitor and evaluate students progress. Communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Maintain routine records. Read, interpret, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures. Maintain current knowledge of program rules, regulations, requirements and restrictions. Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action. Plan and organize work.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Any combination equivalent to: bachelor's degree and three years successful teaching experience at the level of an Instructor I.
LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIRMENTS
Education levels increase as required by the assignment and are recognized accordingly on the salary schedule.
Position Type:
Full-Time
Salary:
$27.29 to $44.37 Per District Salary Schedule Job Requirements