College and Career Readiness (CCR) Instructor – Pasquotank Correctional Institution (PCI)

About COA:

College of The Albemarle, located in Elizabeth City, North Carolina, is the state's first community college, founded in 1961. We strive to transform lives by inspiring and empowering individuals and communities of our seven-county service area. Through our four locations, we provide quality college transfer and career and technical education to residents in northeast North Carolina.

Description

Examples of Duties

Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesInstruction and Student Learning (45%)

• Provide instruction in High School Equivalency (HSE) and basic skills courses using effective adult learning principles and instructional strategies.
• Develop lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards, student learning objectives, and program requirements.
• Assess student learning and provide timely feedback to promote academic success.
• Evaluate student performance and adjust instructional methods to address individual learning needs.
• Foster a positive, respectful, and engaging learning environment while adhering to correctional facility policies and procedures.

• Meet with new students to explain program requirements, assessment results, educational pathways, and academic expectations.
• Assist students in establishing educational goals and developing individualized plans for completion.
• Monitor student attendance, academic progress, and participation, providing guidance and encouragement to support persistence and successful completion.
• Identify students experiencing academic or attendance challenges and implement appropriate interventions consistent with College and correctional institution procedures.
• Encourage student participation and promote available educational resources that support academic achievement.

• Administer required assessments in accordance with NCCCS Adult Education guidelines.
• Maintain accurate records of assessments, attendance, educational functioning level (EFL) gains, instructional hours, and student progress using the Literacy Education Information System (LEIS) and other required systems.
• Ensure student records remain complete, accurate, confidential, and compliant with federal, state, College, and NCCCS requirements.
• Monitor assessment schedules and identify appropriate opportunities for post-testing and measurable skill gain documentation.
• Prepare and maintain required reports and documentation supporting program compliance, audits, and state reporting requirements.

• Enroll and reactivate students within approved student information systems.
• Create and maintain student user accounts and provide orientation to instructional technologies and program expectations.
• Collaborate with CCR instructors, College staff, correctional institution personnel, and other stakeholders to support student success and program operations.
• Participate in department meetings and assist with continuous improvement initiatives.
• Recommend instructional materials, curriculum enhancements, and program improvements to support student outcomes.

• Participate in required North Carolina Community College System (NCCCS), College, and departmental professional development activities.
• Maintain current knowledge of adult education instructional practices, assessment requirements, technology, and applicable regulations.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Typical Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university in Education or a related field.
• Two (2) years of teaching or instructional experience in adult education, secondary education, workforce development, or a related educational setting.
• Experience using instructional technology, student information systems, and Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to maintain accurate educational records and comply with applicable reporting requirements.

• Experience teaching High School Equivalency (HSE), Adult Basic Education (ABE), Adult Secondary Education (ASE), or English Language Acquisition programs.
• Experience working within a correctional education environment.
• Experience with NCCCS Adult Education accountability requirements.
• Experience utilizing LEIS, CASAS, TABE, or similar assessment and student management systems.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Knowledge of:

• Adult education principles and instructional methodologies.
• High School Equivalency curriculum and instructional practices.
• North Carolina Community College System Adult Education policies and accountability requirements.
• Student assessment and educational progress monitoring.
• Student information systems and educational technology.
• Microsoft Office Suite and standard office software.

• Deliver engaging instruction to diverse adult learners.
• Develop lesson plans and assess student learning outcomes.
• Maintain accurate records and prepare required reports.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, faculty, staff, correctional institution personnel, and community partners.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Exercise sound judgment while maintaining confidentiality.
• Work independently while contributing positively to a collaborative team environment.
• Adapt to changing instructional, operational, and regulatory requirements.

• Work is performed primarily within a correctional institution classroom environment.
• Frequent use of computers and instructional technology.
• Frequent standing, walking, speaking, and classroom instruction.
• Occasional lifting or carrying of instructional materials weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Position requires compliance with all College and correctional institution security policies, procedures, and background screening requirements.
• Occasional travel to College campuses or other instructional locations for meetings or training may be required.

College of The Albemarle is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing a welcoming and inclusive learning and working environment. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal or North Carolina law and COA policies.

Employment with College of The Albemarle is contingent upon the satisfactory results of background and reference checks.

College of The Albemarle does not provide work visa sponsorships. To be considered for employment, applicants must be permitted to legally work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

Inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies and employment questions may be directed to Human Resources | coa_hr@albemarle.edu