Part-Time AEL Instructor – All Subjects

Position Details: The Adult Education and Literacy GED and College Prep Instructor is responsible for providing comprehensive reading, writing, and math instruction to adult learners in a variety of educational settings. The instructor will utilize effective teaching methodologies to help students develop essential reading, writing, and math skills, improve their skills, and achieve their educational and career goals Responsibilities:

Curriculum Development: Develop and implement an engaging and effective reading, writing, and math curriculum aligned with Texas Adult Education and Literacy Content Standards, Kilgore College Adult Education and Literacy Syllabi, and learner needs.

Instruction: Deliver high-quality math instruction using a variety of teaching methods, including lectures, discussions, group activities, individualized tutoring, and online learning programs.

Assessment: Assess student learning through a variety of methods, including TWC Adult Education and Literacy-approved assessments, quizzes, tests, and projects, to monitor progress and provide feedback.

Participant Support: Provide individual and small-group support to help students overcome learning challenges and achieve their educational goals. Develop strategies to increase participant retention and engagement. Provide personalized support and encouragement to help participants stay motivated and achieve their goals. Actively engage participants in learning and create a positive and supportive classroom environment.

Collaboration: Collaborate with other adult education staff, community partners, and employers to ensure that instruction is relevant and meets the needs of students.

Professional Development: Participate in professional development activities to stay current with best practices in adult education and math instruction. As required by TWC Adult Education and Literacy, instructors are required to complete 15 hours annually.

Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in mathematics, English, education, or a related field

Experience teaching mathematics to adult learners

Strong understanding of adult learning principles and effective instructional strategies

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to work effectively in a diverse and inclusive environment

Proficiency in using technology for instruction and assessment

Positive role model

Proficiency with computers, technology (e.g., Microsoft Office applications, Google, Zoom, etc.), and office equipment

Experience teaching adults and/or facilitating groups, working with educationally and/or economically disadvantaged adults

Experience working in collaborative or team environments

Maintains confidentiality of records

Dress is appropriate to the work environment

Maintains a safe, orderly, and clean environment

Preferred Qualifications:

Master's degree in adult education, mathematics education, English education, or a related field

Certification in adult education or math instruction

Experience working with adult learners from diverse backgrounds

Knowledge of adult education standards and assessment tools

Supervisory Responsibilities:

0 Full-Time Direct Reports 0 Part-Time Direct Reports

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.

No or very limited physical effort required; however, the employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.

No or very limited exposure to physical risk.

Safety:

Provide resources for safe operation of units. Create and support workplace safety.

Salary Range & Fringe Benefits:

Salary for adjunct faculty members is based upon level of education and range from $1,800 per 3-hour course for a master's degree to $2,000 per 3-hour course for a doctorate.

Worker’s compensation

Limited Part-Time Retirement Plan

Kilgore College does not participate in the federal Social Security program. As a result, employees/retirees of the college are subject to the federal Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) and possibly the Government Pension Offset (GPO) laws. For information on the WEP and the GPO, visit the Social Security Administration's website at http://www.ssa.gov/gp

Kilgore College is a two-year, comprehensive public community college with a campus in Kilgore and an extension center in Longview, Texas. With approximately 6,000 students, Kilgore College is a student-centered institution characterized by excellence in teaching and quality learning opportunities. Kilgore College is focused on continually improving their students’ holistic experience leading them to success in life while improving access to higher education and partnering with those who advance the vision of a stronger community culturally, socially and economically.Vision Statement: We commit to be the higher education institution of choice in Northeast Texas.Positions will remain open until filled. Teaching positions will be required to submit official transcripts upon an offer of employment. An offer of employment will be contingent upon passing a background check. Federal law prohibits the employment of unauthorized aliens. All persons hired must submit satisfactory proof of employment authorization and identity within three (3) days of being hired. Failure to submit proof within the required time shall result in immediate employment termination. All position appointments are subject to approval by the college's Board of Trustees. This description is an overview of the job. It is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities of the job, nor is it intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Duties and responsibilities may change with business needs. Kilgore College reserves the right to add, change, amend, or delete portions of this job description at any time, with or with notice. Employees may be required to perform other duties as requested, directed, or assigned. In addition, reasonable accommodations may be made by Kilgore College at its discretion to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Kilgore College is an equal opportunity and affirmative action institution and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, age, national origin, disability in violation of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act or 34 C.F.R. Part 104, veteran’s status or genetic information in its educational programs, employment policies or activities. Know Your Rights Employment NoticeEmployee Rights and Responsibilities Under the Family and Medical Leave ActAll positions are located in Kilgore, TX. No fully remote positions are available at this time. All employees must be available to physically present to work on the Kilgore, TX or Longview, TX Campus. All positions are considered security-sensitive and subject to a background check pre-employment.Powered by JazzHR