Adult Education Instructor

To provide classroom instruction to ASE (Adult Secondary Education) and ABE (Adult Basic Education) GED (General Education Development) students through in class teachings, handouts, homework responding to questions, and testing; and to perform related duties as required. All instructors will follow state and federal guidelines (taught upon hiring). This position, based in Scottsbluff NE will be 26 hours per week (can go up to 28 hours).

Essential functions may include, but are not limited to, the following:

* Must be comfortable teaching both math and reading.

* Work directly with the ASE and ABE students and are responsible for accurate assessment, instruction and outcomes for student performance.

* Take an active role in student data collection to include student attendance hours.

* Administer and evaluate student assessments.

* Act as an advisor and counselor to GED students; aid in their progression through the learning programs; disseminate information regarding all adult basic education courses.

* Maintain accurate records of student attendance and performance; maintain various records and data bases according to program needs or program requirements.

* Oversee the implementation of policies and procedures related to required instructional area.

* Assess the relevancy and impact of various lessons; revise and improve lesson format; evaluate a variety of instructional material; select books to be used for assigned instructional classes.

* Assist students in the operation and set-up of computers and audio-visual equipment.

* Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Education:

Bachelor's degree and teaching experience preferred or a combination of education, experience, and certifications that demonstrates the candidate is capable of teaching the academic content (per Nebraska Department of Education, 11/18/2022)

Experience:

Some experience in an instructional setting as a tutor or teacher is preferred.

License or Certificate:

Possession of, or the ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record that does not exclude the driver from coverage under WNCC's vehicle insurance.

Skills

* Instructing - Teaching others how to do something.

* Active Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

* Learning Strategies - Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new things.

* Reading Comprehension - Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.

* Speaking - Talking to others to convey information effectively.

* Monitoring - Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.

* Writing - Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.

* Active Learning - Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.

* Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.

* Social Perceptiveness - Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.

* Service Orientation - Actively looking for ways to help people.

* Time Management - Managing one's own time and the time of others.

Work Activities

* Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others - Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.

* Coaching and Developing Others - Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills.

* Training and Teaching Others - Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others.

* Making Decisions and Solving Problems - Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.

* Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates - Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.

* Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work - Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.

* Developing Objectives and Strategies - Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve them.

* Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships - Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.

Work Context

* Electronic Mail

* Face-to-Face Discussions

* Contact With Others

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