Adult Education ESL Instructor, PT

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West Georgia Technical College

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Job Summary:

Under supervision of the Adult Education Program Director, this position is responsible for performing all aspects of English as a Second Language, (ESL) instruction for Adult Education. Prepares lesson plans that are aligned with English Language Proficiency Standards. Provides learner guidance to students. Evaluates students’ progress in attaining goals and objectives. Prepares and maintains required documentation and reports. Maintains a secure classroom environment.

Essential Functions:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• * Teach ESL classes that consist of standards-based lessons in reading, writing, speaking, listening and/or language skills based on the individualized learning needs of students.
• When deemed necessary to face-to-face classes, teach online classes via Blackboard.

  * (60%)

• * Utilize pre-test scores to develop targeted instruction for students; devise student learning plans for all students based on pre-test scores and prepare students for post-testing. Utilize and assign online resources accordingly to support skill proficiency and test preparation.

  * (20%)

• * Communicate with appropriate staff/faculty for students’ testing needs in a timely manner. Review post-test scores and practice test scores.

  * (5%)

• * Implement student retention activities and promote adult education through the service delivery area.

  * (5%)

• * Complete and maintain appropriate attendance and assessment records and ensure timely submission (daily) of data. Evaluate students’ ongoing progress and performance in attaining goals and objectives and document in GALIS.

  * (5%)

• * Participate in staff development.* (5%)

  Other Duties As Assigned*

  Competencies:

• * Knowledge of best practices, rules, and testing needs;
• * Ability to break larger tasks into manageable smaller tasks;
• * Oral and written communication skills;
• * Skill in the operation of computers and job-related software programs;
• * Skill in accurate recordkeeping;
• * Organizational skills;
• * Skills in interpersonal relations and in dealing with the public;
• * Decision making and problem-solving skills.

  Work Environment:

  This job operates in a professional office environment.

• This role routinely uses standard office equipment and technologies.

  Physical Demands:

  The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift or move office products and supplies, up to 25 pounds.

  Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

  There are two open ESL instructor positions. One position will be 5:00-8:00PM (Monday & Wednesday). The second position will be 9:30-12:30 PM (Monday- Thursday). Teaching schedules can range from 9-17 hours per week.

  Travel:

  Travel to other campuses is a possibility for meetings, trainings, professional development, etc.…

  Required Education and Experience:

• * Bachelor’s degree

  *and*

• * Two (2) years related work experience

  Note: Experience may substitute for the degree on a year-for-year basis

  Preferred Education and Experience:

• * Bachelor’s degree;
• * Minimum three (3) years’ experience in education, or

  related field;

• * Teaching Experience on the Secondary Level;
• * Experience with Blackboard;
• * Strong computer, communication, and interpersonal skills;

  Other Duties:

  Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.

• Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

  Minimum Qualifications:

  Completion of a bachelor's degree from a college or university.

  Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

  The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services.Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.