Alabama Career ; ACE Program Instructor; Part-Time

Position: Alabama Career Essential (ACE) Program Instructor (Part-Time)
* Plan, prepare, and implement ACE instructional activities that contribute to a climate where students are actively engaged in meaningful learning experiences.

* Provide instruction to participants in independent study modules for career readiness skills, workplace education, and workforce preparation, including career pathways.

* Establish positive rapport and supportive relationship with program participants.

* Assess participant strengths and weaknesses for development of individual training plans to aid in completion of ACE program.

* Assist with orientation of new ACE classes.

* Responsible for meeting established class performance goals.

* Ability and willingness to learn new instructional technology and virtual learning platforms including, but not limited to, Canvas and Work Keys Curriculum.

* Assist with administration of career interest inventory and career advising of program participants.

* Ensure that participants are instructed in appropriate skills areas as identified in career and academic assessments.  

* Conduct pre- and post-tests on participants in the program to measure skills improvement and success using TABE.

* Prepare accurate documentation related to grades, participant progress, participant files and program efficiency and effectiveness.

* Maintain knowledge of ACE curriculum updates.

* Complete employee time and effort reports in a timely manner as requested.

* Respond to communication as requested/needed with supervisors, co-workers, and program participants.

* Represent the College, Adult Education, and ACE programs in a positive and professional manner to students, peers, community members, and business/industry.

* Participate in meetings, activities, professional development, and committees related to the ACE and Adult Education programs.

* Maintain knowledge of and comply with guidelines and policies set forth by the Alabama Community College System and Northwest Shoals Community College.

* Minimum of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited College, required.

* Experience working with adult learners, preferred.

* Experience with diverse populations, preferred.

* Experience in business and industry, preferred.  

* Experience in Alabama Career Essential (ACE) program or similar career readiness program, preferred.

A complete application packet consists of the following:

* a completed Northwest Shoals Community College online application form,

* a current resume, and

* postsecondary transcripts (unofficial or official), which must include institution's name, college degree, and degree date.

Applications may be submitted online cc.edu.

Applications will be accepted until all positions are filled.

Incomplete application packets will eliminate the possibility of an interview.

Application packets received after the deadline date will eliminate the possibility of an interview.

The submission of all required application materials by the deadline date is the sole responsibility of the applicant.

Northwest Shoals Community College is an equal opportunity employer.  It is the policy of the Alabama Community College System, including all postsecondary community and technical colleges under the control of the Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees, that no employee or applicant for employment or promotion, on the basis of any impermissible criterion or characteristic including, without limitation, race, color, national origin, religion, marital status, disability, sex, age, or any other protected class as defined by federal and state law, shall be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity, or employment.

Northwest Shoals Community College will make reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled applicants or employees.  Applicants in need of an accommodation(s), should contact the Office of Human Resources prior to the interview.

Applicants must adhere to the College's prescribed interview schedule and must travel at their own expense.

Northwest Shoals Community College will not be responsible for copying application packets for current or future positions.

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

Northwest Shoals Community 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.

Northwest Shoals Community College reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to awarding of employment.