Adult Education Instructor

We seek applicants for instructors to teach within the College's Adult Education program in our Normal, Illinois, location. This position is essential to the College's vision of leading our community to lifelong learning and success. Adult Education instructors support our diverse population of learners, including adult learners, traditionally underserved learners, and those seeking to advance their educational achievements.

Morning classes and some evening classes are anticipated to be available during the spring semester, with a current need for instructors to teach in Normal, IL.

• Plan and deliver instruction to students as they prepare to pass the HSE exam. Content areas include math, language arts, social studies, science, and U.S. and Illinois Constitution, as well as career planning and development.
• Plan and deliver instruction to students in reading, writing, speaking, listening, and U.S. culture, as well as career planning and development (Functional English as a Second Language & Academic English Language Program instructors).

• Bachelor's degree.
• Ability to successfully engage multiple student learning levels and styles within the classroom and foster a sense of student belonging.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to work independently, problem‑solve, and function professionally under pressure.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and web‑based tools.
• Availability to be present on campus as needed.

• Teaching certification and/or master's degree in adult education or related field.
• Experience working inclusively with groups of individuals from multicultural backgrounds.
• Successful teaching or tutoring experience, especially with adult populations.

THIS POSITION IS BASED IN NORMAL, IL, AND THE ABILITY TO BE PRESENT ON‑CAMPUS/IN‑PERSON IS REQUIRED.

For additional information, please contact Heather Huckstadt‑Gonzalez, Associate Dean of Adult Education, kstadt.

The review of applications will be ongoing. Selected applicants will be contacted directly by Adult Education staff to participate in an interview.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

Heartland Community College is an equal opportunity institution.

HCC values equity, diversity and inclusion. We create a collegial and welcoming culture by taking collective responsibility in the creation, protection, and enhancement of an equitable, diverse, and inclusive campus community.

Seniority level:
Entry level

Employment type:

Full‑time

Job function:
Education and Training

Industries:
Higher Education