Career Life Development Instructor Substitute

As a substitute, you would be expected to support the role on an as-needed basis, while adhering to the overall objectives of the program

Duties & Responsibilities:

•  Will teach each three-week session on Career and Life Development, High-Performance Skills, Mobile Technology, and Financial Literacy
•  Develop and monitor Curriculum, syllabi, and Lesson Plans, teaming with CLD Department Head
•  Collaborate with other faculty to integrate information literacy competencies throughout the teaching and learning process
•  Present enthusiastic, well-prepared, organized lectures and interactive classroom activities consistent with the course syllabus
•  Be familiar with college accrediting bodies and compliance as it pertains to the CLD program
•  Model ethical and responsible use of information and information technology
•  Implement and model the College mission, and CARES philosophy, incorporating professional and ethical standards
•  Create and maintain an inviting classroom environment on-ground and online
•  Maintain respect at all times for confidential information
•  Maintain 90% or higher on course evaluations
•  Maintain 88% or higher on quarterly student satisfaction surveys
•  Maintain an 85% retention rate
•  Interact in a positive manner with staff, students, faculty, and the public
•  Promote good public relations through personal appearance, attitude, and conversation
•  Other duties that may be assigned by the Department Head and/or President

Knowledge, Skills, and Worker Characteristics:

• Strategic planning, goal setting, and evaluation
• Dynamic public speaking ability
• Maintain a working knowledge of Transcript/Canvas
• Computer proficiency with Microsoft Office Applications
• Organizational skills, being proactive, creative and self-driven
• Interpersonal skills and ability to build and foster relationships
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and demands
• Ability to analyze data and think strategically
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of information
• Ability to work with a diverse student population

High-Performance Environment:

• Maintains a high-performance environment characterized by a strong team
• Defines goals and/or required results at the beginning of the performance period
• Communicates regularly with other staff toward defined goals and or required results. Self-motivated to improve quantity and quality of work performed and participates in training and development opportunities as appropriate

Minimum Requirements: Associate's degree or higher from an accredited institution is preferred. Verifiable education and/or experience directly related to High-Performance Skills, Financial Literacy, and Mobile Technology courses are required to teach the classes. A minimum of three years of professional experience is also required. Previous teaching/instructional experience is preferred.

The ideal candidate will have:

•  In-person/distance education experience
•  Management skills
•  Curriculum development experience
•  Public speaking ability
•  Polished professional demeanor
•  Have a sincere desire to motivate and help others succeed in achieving their dreams

General Function: The Career Life Development (CLD) Instructor will be responsible for implementing, instructing, and coordinating the Life Skills Program for the College's on-ground, and on occasion online courses. Subject material will cover a recurring three-week session on High-Performance Skills, Financial Literacy, and Mobile Technology for all students prior to entering their core program.