GED/High School Equivalency Instructor, Part-Time Non-Credit

Essential Responsibilities

• Participate in a collaborative and dynamic instructional program model to include involvement in the development of curriculum, syllabi and lesson plans appropriately aligned with the GED and HiSET exams.
• Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects and effectively communicate those objectives to students.
• Foster the development of critical thinking and problem-solving skills through instruction and in-class student interactions.
• Provide students with the necessary resources and materials to help them understand and master the course content.
• Demonstrate knowledge of and commitment to integrating technology in the delivery of instruction to enhance and improve student learning outcomes.
• Demonstrate knowledge of and ability to teach adult and non-traditional students the high school equivalency content areas through proven-successful contextualized and accelerated approaches focusing on college and career readiness.
• Demonstrate ability to document and assess student progress toward mastery of standards, punctual attendance, etc., providing consistent and ongoing feedback to students of their progress.
• Participate in ongoing professional development to enhance skills, instructional performance and resources to meet the needs of students and the program.
• Deliver instruction through various modes to engage diverse learning styles and preferences (including but not limited to; computer-assisted, web-based, self-paced, distance and hybrid, small group, learning communities, contextualized learning, hands on activities, peer review, online linkages to and examples from the workplace and career pathways).
• Communicate effectively, share vision, focus on people, initiate positive change, value differences and foster collaboration.
• Work with and inspire others to achieve college, department, and individual success.
• Proactively identify and address problems.
• Establish an inclusive environment in the classroom.
• Incorporate instructional technology to support the learning process.
• Strive for excellence in teaching, applying best practices in field of discipline, and modeling behaviors that encourage student success and retention.
• Recognize the unique needs, culture, and context of students and advocate for their learning and wellbeing.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Education or Adult Education required.
• At least one year of successful teaching experience (student teaching/practicum experience included).
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of teaching and learning theory, college and career readiness curricula and use of technology to deliver and enhance instruction.
• Proficient in the use of technology, including Microsoft Office Suite applications (Word and PowerPoint, primarily), email, internet, Zoom, and Canvas or similar learning management systems for the purposes of instruction.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Education or Adult Education.
• Relevant instructional certification in a core literacy, social studies, mathematics or science content area.
• Experience working with adult and non-traditional student populations.
• Knowledge of and experience in using the Danielson Instructional Framework.