GRANT-FUNDED OPPORTUNITY HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA INSTRUCTOR POOL

Position Summary

The Opportunity High School Diploma Program Instructor is responsible for developing and delivering an innovative curriculum that prepares adult learners to earn a high school diploma and succeed in the workforce. The program emphasizes the development of critical thinking and core skills, including civics, communication, quantitative reasoning, scientific reasoning, and practical workplace skills. This position is ideal for an educator passionate about adult education and workforce development, who can adapt instruction to meet the various needs of adult learners while working in face to face and virtual learning environments.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree.
• One (1) year experience in classroom instruction or similar environment.

Required Job Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Ability to plan course instruction based upon approved syllabus/outline provided to insure course content and objectives are met.
• Ability to utilize a variety of teaching styles and methods to accommodate various learning styles of students.
• Proficient in use of instructional technologies, including computers, internet resources and other appropriate media in instruction.

Preferred Qualifications

• Five (5) years experience working in a grant-funded program.
• A teaching certificate or relevant teaching experience, preferably with adult learners or in a high school setting.
• Proven ability to teach and integrate up to five core competencies: Civics, communication, quantitative reasoning, scientific reasoning, and workplace success skills.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Experience with online learning platforms is a plus.

Special Instructions to Applicants

This is a security-sensitive position. Employment resulting from this advertisement is subject to federal laws that require the verification of identity and the legal right to work in the United States. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background and reference checks. The College reserves the right to cancel or extend all recruitment actions. Del Mar College is an Equal Opportunity employer. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

Culture

Del Mar College is committed to fostering a culture aligned with The Viking Way, which emphasizes respect, integrity, collaboration, accountability, and a commitment to excellence. Employees are expected to contribute to a positive work environment by demonstrating professionalism, supporting colleagues and students, and engaging in continuous learning and development.

Job Duties

• Use variety of teaching styles, methods and materials to accommodate various learning styles of students to achieve their educational goals and course outcomes.
• Maintain appropriate professional relationships with students, colleagues and the community.
• Assess and evaluate student performance fairly, consistently, and in a timely manner.
• Plan course instruction including lesson plans based upon approved syllabus/outline provided to ensure course content and objectives are met.