A Vocational Education Instructor teaches technical or job related skills to students, and uses work-based experience to help students learn about and prepare for jobs in a particular occupation. Provides training for jobs in business, health care, auto repair, information technology, culinary arts, or other areas. Teaches in a public high school, a regional or college program, or at a private training program.
Part Time Instructor•Adult Ed
Fort Smith Public Schools
ADULT EDUCATION CENTER
•Fort Smith, Arkansas This job is also posted in Arkansas Jobs In Ed, and Fort Smith Public Schools
Job Details
Job ID:
5877634
Application Deadline:
Posted until filled
Posted:
Yesterday
Starting Date:
To Be Determined
Job Description
POSITION TITLE
Part Time Instructor•Adult Ed
FLSA:
Exempt
REPORTS TO
Director of Adult Education Center
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
5•8 p.m. Monday through Thursday. •These positions are contingent upon the availability of funds. Due to the unique nature of an Adult Education assignment, working hours are flexible and personnel will be required to work shifts that may include day and/or evening hours. Teaching assignments may include sites other than the Adult Education Center.
QUALIFICATIONS
Must hold a valid and current Arkansas teaching certification Possess good communication skills
Possess an understanding of adult learning theories
Experience working Adult Education program preferred
Strong Computer Skills required
Highly Self-Motivated
DISTRICT VALUES
We will always put student needs first.
We believe relationships matter.
We expect accountability.
We operate with transparency.
We prioritize student and staff safety.
Areas of Instruction and Associated Duties Include:
Student Enrollment
Complete paperwork as required
Assess educational levels using the TABE Locator and Form 9 or 10 E,M,D, or A as indicated, as needed.
Administer other screenings or assessments, as needed
Completion of an Individualized Educational Plan
Collaborate with student to determine needs
Identify long & short term goals
Plan objectives to meet goals
Provide information on educational resources that will be needed to attain objectives
Provide feedback to student on progress
Document progress
Instruction
Teach basic skills/concepts in reading, math, and language
Instruct in career and life planning
Provide a variety of instructional deliveries including individualized instruction, small group instruction, and whole class instruction
Provide a variety of learning opportunities including text books, workbooks, lecturing, audio/visual aids, newspapers & ads, field trips, hands on activities, study buddies, and computer aided instruction
Provide accommodations for students with special needs as necessary
Establish connections between lessons studied and goals attained
Convey expectations for classroom activities
Offer guidance for furthering post-secondary educational goals
Be familiar with and provide computer-aided instruction utilizing WorkKeys, Rosetta Stone, PLATO, Passkey, Pre-GED, or GED software programs.
Record Keeping and Reports
Keep accurate records of attendance
Create and use detailed lesson plans in collaboration with other instructors.
Complete records and reports as requested by other work sites
Record progress for weekly reports
Report student achievements for weekly reports
Write letters or make calls for recruitment and retention purposes
Conduct follow ups on students who have exited program
Clerical Responsibilities
Prepare and organize files for instructional material
Maintain individual student files Assist in inventorying and ordering textbooks, etc.
Professional Responsibilities
Demonstrate knowledge of the principles and philosophies of Adult Education
Participate in continuing education opportunities to maintain and improve instructional skills
Obtain new skills by participating in workshops and conferences
Maintain a desirable learning climate by providing a clean, attractive classroom environment and by providing necessary supplies and materials. Maintain a safe, functional area by completing work orders as needed for equipment and classroom repairs.
Educate self on current events in adult education
Maintain good relationships with referring agencies and other work contacts
Perform other tasks as requested by director or coworkers
These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.
OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS
Must have the ability to lift at least 40 pounds occasionally.
Ability to endure prolonged standing, walking, sitting, kneeling, occasional reaching above the head or the shoulders, bending, squatting.
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