Lead Instructor - Adult Education (Greeneville) - TNBR Careers
Greeneville, TN
About the Job
Title: Lead Instructor - Adult Education (Greeneville)
Institution: Northeast State Community College
Department: Adult Education
Campus Location: Greeneville - Niswonger Campus
Salary: Up to $47,160
Job Summary
Reporting to the Adult Education Program Director, the Full-Time Instructor is responsible for assisting the Program Director in providing a program-wide educational atmosphere where adult students can fulfill their potential by earning a high school equivalency diploma and/or improving basic skills in math, language, science, social studies and reading and/or showing level gain through the six levels as defined by the National Reporting System (NRS). They assist with scheduling classes, creating instructional programs, and monitoring classroom instruction.
Job Duties
• Plan, teach, and evaluate student work
• Remain current with all curriculum changes/additions as set forth by the Tennessee Division of Adult Education (DAE)
• Implement and monitor classroom instructional activities to ensure a climate where students are actively engaged in a meaningful learning experience
• Assist in assessing changing curricular needs and offer plans for improvement using the current curriculum developed by the DAE; provide training for these changes
• Conduct and/or monitor staff in presenting Adult Education Orientation and Testing using TABE, CASAS and Official Practice Tests
• Monitor teacher and staff record keeping ensuring that effective and efficient record keeping procedures are maintained through the CMA TS program
• Promote a positive environment throughout the program so that students are encouraged to be actively engaged in the learning process
• Model professional and ethical standards when dealing with students, staff, and community
• Assume responsibility for meeting performance goals in courses and assist other teachers in meeting program-wide goals set by the National Reporting System (NRS)
• Assist in administrative duties and scheduling courses as needed
• Identify, select, and modify instructional resources to meet the needs of students
• Provide supervision of classes at off-site locations
• Work with the Adult Ed Transition Coach and/or Career Coach to coordinate opportunities for students to dual-enroll in postsecondary education or training programs, and ensure students take advantage of these opportunities
• Participate in local and state activities/staff development
• Complete other assignments as directed by supervision
Minimum Qualifications
• One (1) year of teaching experience in secondary (9 – 12), post-secondary, or adult education programs
Preferred Qualifications
• Active Teacher’s License
• Experience in Adult Education
• Experience with Jobs4TN or a Data Management System
• Experience with grading and interpreting TABE/OPT scores
• Experience with ESL programs
• Conversational ability or fluency in a second language
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Technology Skills: MS Office skills, Word, Excel, Outlook; digital records management systems; general operating systems and data information systems
• Demonstrates the ability to meet deadlines
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational and analytical skills
Additional Notes:
• Work schedule is split to include up to two evenings per week
• Travel to satellite class locations required as needed
For assistance regarding the job ad, application process, or application status, please contact the Office of Human Resources at 423-354-5183 or HRstaffing@northeaststate.edu.
Special Instructions to Applicants: To be considered for a position at Northeast State, you must create an online application. A resume and unofficial transcripts are required; a cover letter is optional. You will also be required to provide the contact information for a minimum of three (3) professional references. Your skills, abilities, qualifications, and years of experience will be evaluated using only what is recorded on your application. Please note that attaching a resume does not substitute for completion of the application form. Part-time work experience is calculated at 50% of full-time experience.
