Workforce Training Instructor (PT)

Position Summary

Types of Workforce Training Instructors:

Non-Credit training in Accounting; ADM; Commercial Construction OSHA; Continuing Education Courses; Electrical Technology; Engineering Graphics; I.T. Google; Machine Tool; Office Systems; and Welding.

The Instructor is responsible for the planning, preparation, presentation, and evaluation of classroom instruction and related activities. They will provide competent classroom and laboratory instruction in the area of credentialed expertise. The Instructor will adhere to the general and adjunct faculty guidelines as specified by the Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees and theDrake State Community and Technical College Personnel Handbook.

Salary:Appropriate placement of Local Salary Schedule "L" at $33.11 per contact hour

Work Hours: Classes are taught day, evening, and weekends on the Huntsville campus.

For more information, please contact Workforce Development atwfd@drakestate.edu.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and instruct non-credit courses
• Deliver each class to ensure an effective learning experience
• Maintain a high level of competence and expertise in the teaching field or subject area
• Incorporate current teaching techniques, subject area developments, and current technology (if applicable) into the learning experience
• Provide classroom instruction in accordance with approved course outlines
• Provide for effective evaluation of the learning experience of each student
• Demonstrate effective people skills, communication skills, and work ethic (i.e. preparation and punctuality)
• Demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to the mission and goals of the community college
• Perform additional essential job functions that are unique to the instructor position and/or teaching field
• Ensure learning outcomes and assessment and improvement of student learning
• Challenge and cultivate student achievement beyond the classroom
• Support a diverse population of learners
• Work in a participatory and collegial setting
• Support continuous improvement of curricula and services
• Plan each unit or lesson, as to content, method, and organization to make each class period meaningful
• Ensure that assigned classes are held as scheduled
• Accommodate differing student learning styles in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and the College's established ADA program
• Become familiar with and comply with college policies and procedures
• Retain and submit documentation as requested to support accreditation efforts
• Perform other work-related responsibilities as assigned by the Supervisor, Division Chair, Director of Workforce Development, Assistant Dean of Instruction, Dean of Instruction, and/or President

Job description may be modified at any time by management

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree with specialized coursework in field
• Three (3) years of full-time work experience as a practitioner in field
• Some areas may require a current license and certification in field
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Good interpersonal communication skills and ease in relating to people from a variety of educational, cultural, and social backgrounds
• Must meet all employability requirements of the college

Application Procedures/Additional Information

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications and must submit a complete application packet through the NEOED on-line application system to be considered. A complete application consists of the following:

• An on-line application
• Current resume
• Copy of college transcripts (Transcript must confirm applicant meets educational requirements.)

Application materials must provide documentation that the applicant meets all minimum qualifications.

Background Check Requirement

In accordance with Alabama Community College System Policy and guidelines, the applicant chosen for employment will be required to sign a consent form and agree to a criminal background check. Employment will be contingent upon the receipt of a clearance notification from the criminal background check.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications as indicated on this vacancy notice and must submit a completed application packet in order to be considered for this position. Complete application files must be received no later than the application deadline. Applicants who fail to submit all required information will be disqualified. Only applications received during the open period of this announcement will be considered. Applicants must travel at their own expense. Finalists will be required to provide official transcripts that are mailed directly to the Office of Human Resources at Drake State Community and Technical College from the institution(s) granting the credits.

All applicants must have an on-line and completed application packet by the deadline date. All applications received will be screened and interviews scheduled by appointment only. All applicants must adhere to the College's prescribed interview schedule and must travel at their own expense. Applicants must demonstrate written proficiency in English as part of the on-campus interview process. Drake State Community and Technical College is an active participant in the Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify). E-Verify electronically confirms an employee's eligibility to work in the United States as required by the Department of Homeland Security.

Drake State Community and Technical College is an equal opportunity employer. It is the official policy of the Alabama Community College System, that no person shall, on the grounds of race, color, disability, gender, religion, creed, national origin, or age, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity, or employment. Drake State will make reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled applicants or employees. Drake State reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to awarding. Drake State compiles information about safety and security and publishes an annual report. This report can be found on the website by accessing the crime and safety report link. The link can be found on the Drake State home page by clicking the "About Drake State" tab and then selecting the "Campus Security Report" link. A copy can also be obtained by contacting the Director of Operations at 256-551-5210.