Instructor Adult Basic Education and Literacy; ESL​/ABE​/HSE​/IET​/EL Civics - Daytime Adjunct Faculty

Summary

Provide the expertise and knowledge that support the Adult Education and Literacy curriculum and programs. Establish courses following accepted Texas Adult Education and Literacy Content standards, teach students using a variety of effective methodologies and provide engagement and support activities that encourage student learning. The role of the Instructor encompasses teaching distance learning, academic advising, professional development and institutional and community service.

Provide quality instruction to adult learners, integrating meaningful classroom activities and valuable experience that facilitate student learning goals and workforce training and employment skills.

• Teaching
  • Demonstrate skill and or knowledge in teaching discipline.
  • Make continuous efforts to improve the quality of instruction by reviewing and utilizing innovative methodologies, techniques, and delivery methods.
  • Use the AEL standard syllabus for each course type and departmental guidelines.
  • Plan, develop, and use a variety of teaching methods and materials that assist students in meeting course objectives and which are appropriate for students with differing educational and experiential backgrounds and learning styles.
  • Evaluate students to measure their progress toward achievement of stated course objectives and inform them of their progress in the course in a timely manner.
  • Keep accurate student records and submit related reports and forms within requested timelines.
  • Teach courses at a variety of times and locations in response to institutional needs.
  • Use equipment and facilities responsibly and courteously; and
  • Demonstrate competence and interest in the use of technology in the classroom and willingness to explore new instructional methodologies.
• Academic Advising
  • Maintain professional relationships with students, colleagues, and the community.
  • Provide access to students through posted office hours, electronic communication, and other appropriate methods. Provide advice and assistance to students regarding instructional or program‑specific issues.
  • Provide presentations on a particular academic fields or workforce training programs and discuss opportunities for academic transfers and work (co‑ops, part‑time, work‑study) as well as support services, scholarships, etc.; and
  • Work with Program Director to take on appropriate academic advising activities as needed by the AEL Program. (For examples, please refer to the HCC Faculty Workload Guidelines).
• Professional Development
  • Establish annual objectives for professional growth in consultation with the department Program Director and Teacher Supervisor.
  • Keep pace with developments in the discipline.
  • Learn and apply technologies that support student learning and
  • Participate in the evaluation process for self, department, and college.
  • Willingness to complete four hours of New Employee Induction (NEI) orientation and two hours of classroom observation in an AEL class; and
  • Willingness to complete 15 PD hours, which must include principles of adult learning and at least another six hours, must be in relevant areas of literacy instruction. Additional six hours of PD must be in content areas, but the content must be related and relevant to the purpose of the AEL program.
• Institutional and Community Service
  • Be familiar with and adhere to all policies and procedures of HCCS;
  • Participate in activities required to maintain program and college accreditation standards.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. The qualifications listed below are representative of the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and or abilities required.

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university required. Texas Teaching Certificate preferred.

One (1) year of teaching experience required. Teaching experience working with adult students in a multi‑level setting preferred. Experience working with a diverse population is preferred. Experience with curriculum development.

• Possess good organizational and planning skills;
• Avail…