Workforce Training Instructor
Oakton College · Des Plaines, IL · 5 mo ago
Human Resources$50/hrPart-time
What You'll Do
- Deliver Engaging Training: Lead high-impact coursework
- Curriculum Refinement: Adapt and update course materials to ensure they align with current industry standards and employer needs
- Mentorship: Provide hands-on coaching to students, helping them build confidence and navigate the transition into new roles
- Progress Tracking: Assess student performance and provide constructive feedback to ensure high completion and placement rates
- Instruction: Preparation of program learning activities and instructional materials, including being prepared for and meeting during the full scheduled times
- Compliance: with departmental and institutional policies and procedures including but not limited to submission of grades
Who You Are
- Subject Matter Authority: You possess a minimum of 2 years of verifiable experience in the relevant field, with a deep understanding of current market trends and technical workflows
- Adult Learning Specialist: You are knowledgeable about andragogy and understand how to facilitate learning for adults through experiential activities, prior-knowledge integration, and practical application
- Outcome-Oriented Facilitator: You don't just "lecture"; you facilitate. You have a track record of translating complex technical concepts into actionable skills that meet specific Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for student retention and certification pass rates
- Inclusive Educator: You have experience working with "at-promise" learners, career-changers, and individuals from diverse socioeconomic backgrounds, maintaining a high standard of psychological safety in the classroom
Job Requirements
- Minimum of bachelor's degree/or field-related credential
- Proven experience in training, teaching
- Ability to work with diverse populations and varying levels of experience
- Experience with curriculum development preferred
- Awareness and knowledge of student learning styles and strategies to address such variety
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to use online platforms as educational tools (e.g., Google Meet, Zoom, Learning Management Systems)
- Enthusiasm for teaching and learning of the discipline area
- Willingness to support the goals of the Continuing Education division and create effective learning environments for diverse populations of students
Why Join Us?
- Impact: Directly contribute to the economic growth of our community
- Culture: A supportive, fast-paced environment where your ideas for curriculum improvement are heard
Additional Information
- $50 per hour
- Hours and location vary