Instructor of Adult Education; Part-Time

Position: Instructor of Adult Education (Part-Time)
Location: Ellisville

Job Description

Position Title:

Instructor of Adult Education (Part-time, Year-round, Grant-funded, Morning hours)

Location:

Ellisville, Jones County

Reports to:

Director of Adult Education

Minimum Qualifications:

● Bachelor's degree in Education, Adult Education, or a related field

● Minimum of two (2) years of teaching experience in a K-12 setting

● Minimum of two (2) years of demonstrated experience in literacy instruction

● Official transcript(s) on file with the local director's office

● Successful completion of a comprehensive background check

Preferred Qualifications:

● Ability to teach math, language arts, reading, science, and social studies at varying instructional levels

● Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Power Point

● Demonstrated ability to deliver online instruction using multiple instructional methods

● Excellent oral and written communication skills with strong attention to accuracy, detail, and deadlines

● Genuine interest in helping individuals achieve educational and career goals

● Ability to establish rapport with students from diverse backgrounds

● Self-motivated with the ability to multitask and manage multiple priorities

Duties and Responsibilities:

The following duties are representative of the position and are not intended to be exhaustive.

Provide instruction in literacy, adult education, high school equivalency test preparation, family literacy, workforce preparation, integrated education and training (including career pathways), and workplace education programs, including National Career Readiness Certificate and Smart Start Pathway instruction

● Utilize instructional strategies, learning practices, and tools appropriate to individual student needs

● Develop and implement lesson plans that integrate instruction across content areas

● Provide continuous feedback and adjust instructional approaches to maximize student learning

● Collaborate with colleagues to develop, implement, and evaluate curriculum and instructional materials aligned with College and Career Readiness Standards (CCRS)

● Maintain accurate daily attendance and progress records for each student and submit required documentation in a timely manner

● Maintain a minimum enrollment of ten (10) active students during each instructional period

● Administer, score, and interpret TABE and High School Equivalency Official Practice Tests

● Participate in student retention, follow-up, and support efforts

● Assist students in identifying and pursuing personal, educational, and career goals

● Maintain current knowledge of program guidelines, regulations, policies, and procedures

● Foster a positive, inclusive classroom environment that promotes student engagement and positive self-concepts

● Recruit Adult Education students on an ongoing basis in accordance with all Jones College guidelines

● Participate in required professional development activities

● Successful completion of the Mississippi Adult Education Competency Test

● Attendance and completion of the New Teacher Academy to develop instructional competencies and prepare for the state competency test

CONTACT PERSONS:

All inquiries should be directed to the Human Resources Office:

EVP Business Affairs/CFO - Christy Holifield

Address:
Jones County Junior College, 900 S. Court Street, Ellisville, MS  39437

Phone:

Fax:

Statement of Non-Discrimination and ADA Statement:
Jones County Junior College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex, or disability in its programs, activities, or employment practices. The (ADA/ Section 504) ADA Coordinator, Student Affairs, phone , and (Title IX) Title IX Coordinator, Hutcheson Hubbard Administration Building, phone , have been designated to handle inquiries and grievances regarding the non-discrimination policies.

Jones County Junior College, 900 South Court Street, Ellisville, MS 39437.