Adult Education Instructor

About the role

DACC, a responsive, accessible, comprehensive, learning-centered community college that provides education opportunities to a diverse community of learners, is inviting candidates to apply for the following vacant position.

Responsibilities

• Instructional Responsibilities
  • Develop and maintain curriculum aligned with departmental, state, and federal standards.
  • Deliver high-quality, evidence-based instruction aligned with adult learning principles and workforce readiness goals.
  • Adapt instructional content and strategies to meet the needs of assigned instructional areas and learner populations.
• Student Persistence and Engagement
  • Develop and implement strategies to support student attendance, persistence, and retention.
  • Monitor learner participation and conduct outreach to students experiencing attendance or engagement barriers.
  • Collaborate with Student Services and other support teams to coordinate learner support and referrals.
• Professional Development and Collaboration
  • Develop and complete an annual professional learning plan aligned with departmental priorities.
  • Participate in required departmental meetings, trainings, and professional development activities, including Friday meetings.
  • Participate in local, regional, and state conferences, professional learning opportunities, and communities of practice related to adult education and workforce development.
• Data, Reporting, and Continuous Improvement
  • Collect, maintain, and use student and program data in accordance with departmental, state, and federal requirements.
  • Collaborate with Data and Assessment teams to support reporting accuracy, compliance, and continuous improvement efforts.
  • Use data to inform instructional practices, retention strategies, and learner support interventions.
• Operational and Department Responsibilities
  • Proctor all departmental assessments as needed.
  • Maintain regular onsite presence at assigned campus locations; campus assignments and onsite schedules may vary based on program needs.
  • Manage instructional equipment, technology, and classroom resources responsibly.

Requirements

• Associate’s Degree + 9 years of relevant experience or Bachelor’s degree + 7 years of relevant experience.
• Master’s degree or higher preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual
• Special Certification/Licensure