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PT Adult Education Instructor ESOL - Willcox
Salary
$30.08 Hourly
Location
Willcox Center, AZ
Job Type
Part-time
Job Number
2602255
Division
PT--Academics
Departments
PT--Academics - Adult Ed
Opening Date
09/09/2026
FLSA
Exempt
Remote Work Eligible
No
Pay Grade
Adult Education Schedule
Duration/Parameters
up to 19.5 hours/week; 10 months/year
Position Summary
Position Summary: The Adult Education Instructor of English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) is responsible for providing quality English, basic computer, and/or other classes to students enrolled in the Adult Education Program. Performing instruction-related duties including student attendance, assessment, persistence activities, and follow-up in accordance with the mission of the department. Instruction is provided via a variety of media, including face-to-face courses, blended learning, and online throughout Cochise County and our entire services area.
Essential Functions: As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class.
Note: Cochise College requires a post offer, pre-employment background screening of all employees.
Position is open until filled with applications reviewed upon receipt and may close at any time.
Duties and Responsibilities
Duties and Responsibilities: Within the scope of college policies and procedures, this position:
Teaches English language, basic computer skills, and/or other courses to enrolled students and manages a diverse population of students in a classroom or in an online environment, and/or other classes in accordance with the college's workload policy; maintains written instructional standards; facilitates instruction using alternative delivery methods as needed; informs students in writing of instructional standards; monitors student attendance; communicates performance issues with students and works towards resolution; participates in the assessment of student learning outcomes; establishes, maintains and submits accurate student and instructional records in a timely manner; resolves issues relevant to area of responsibility and scope of authority
Applies and maintains standards of quality operating methods, processes, systems, and procedures; recommends changes as necessary to maintain a successful Adult Education program; integrates knowledge of industry trends and professional training to continuously improve program quality
Participates in Adult Education course scheduling, department, division and college meetings; collaborates with other instructors in assessment of teaching strategies and the effectiveness of the instructional program to help promote a culture of continuous improvement; serves on college committees as assigned
Participates in Arizona Department of Education and Adult Education Department professional learning activities as required for up to 90 hours of paid professional learning per year
Performs other related duties as assigned
General Expectations: Employees are expected to accomplish assigned duties in an efficient, effective and competent manner and to strive for improvement and excellence in all work performed. Additionally, employees must understand the comprehensive role of the community college and cooperate and work harmoniously with students, faculty and staff, and the public. Employees will follow all college policies, rules, regulations and guidelines as they relate to this position.
Education and Experience; Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Education and Experience Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in education or related field from an institution of higher learning accredited by the US Department of Education
Valid Arizona Adult Education teaching certification or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of and ability to follow college policies and procedures
Knowledge of Arizona Adult Education Standards and assessments
Knowledge of principles, trends, developments and new technologies affecting adult education
Knowledge of developing, implementing and evaluating curriculum and instructional approaches
Knowledge of curriculum and program development
Skill in current technologies and word processing, database, presentation, and spreadsheet software, specifically Microsoft Office applications
Skill in instructing students from diverse cultures and/or backgrounds
Skill in using authentic assessment to evaluate students' needs and progress
Skill in integrating technology into curriculum and other educational services
Ability to relate to a diverse population and to maintain composure when faced with difficult situations
Ability to multi-task and organize, prioritize, and follow multiple projects and tasks through to completion with an attention to detail
Ability to work independently while contributing to team environment
Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, and to relate to others in a professional, helpful manner
Ability to effectively identify and resolve problems and to maintain strict confidentiality related to sensitive information
Ability to analyze problems, identifies solutions, and takes appropriate action to resolve problems using independent judgment and decision-making processes
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other department staff, faculty, students and the public
Work Environment & Physical Requirements
Work Environment: Work is primarily performed under general supervision. Incumbent generally performs work in a typical office, classroom or laboratory setting with appropriate climate controls. Travel, evening, and weekend work may be required.
Physical Requirements: Essential functions of this position require: lifting, manual dexterity, ability to communicate.
Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body; involves sitting majority of time; walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met
Mental Application: Utilizes memory for details, verbal instructions, emotional stability, critical thinking, adaptability and creative problem solving skills are important
Reports to: Director of Adult Education
Part time and student positions are not benefit eligible
Employer Cochise College
Address 901 N Colombo Ave
Sierra Vista, Arizona, 85635
Phone 520-515-3623
520-515-5464
Website https://www.cochise.edu