What are the responsibilities and job description for the Adult Basic Skills (ABS) Instructor (Updated) position at South Piedmont Community College (SPCC)?
Adult Basic Skills ( ABS ) Instructor is a full-time, 12-month position located primarily in Union County, but duties may extend to Anson County including off-campus locations. Under the direction of the ESOL Director, the ABS Instructor will be responsible for providing basic literacy skills in reading, writing, and math instruction to assist adult learners in learning the English language or earning a high school equivalency diploma. Instructor focus will also include assisting those learners who are eligible with acquiring the skills necessary to effectively transition into post-secondary educational opportunities and/or employment.
Comprehensive Benefits Package to include health insurance with the NC State Health Plan for Teachers and State Employees, retirement benefits through the NC Retirement System, Paid Time Off, and a supplemental cafeteria plan.
Essential Duties Summary
o Marketing and recruitment events
o Support new hires in mentoring and co-teaching
Special Conditions Eligibility Summary
Eeo Statement Summary
South Piedmont Community College provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees based on job related criteria without reference to race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification. Applicants are requested to complete questions at the end of the online application process that are strictly voluntary. Answers to these questions will not be provided to the hiring manager, selection committee, or any other employees of South Piedmont other than the Human Resources Office. The Human Resources Office uses this information to maintain accurate confidential records on the composition of each applicant pool. If you require accommodation due to a disability in order to complete the application process, please make your request to the Human Resources Office.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
JP00766FY17-18
Open Date
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Comprehensive Benefits Package to include health insurance with the NC State Health Plan for Teachers and State Employees, retirement benefits through the NC Retirement System, Paid Time Off, and a supplemental cafeteria plan.
Essential Duties Summary
- Plan and facilitate standards-based lessons in core academic subjects (Reading, Language Arts, Math) and English language acquisition for adult learners, aligning instruction with NC Adult Education Content Standards and CASAS Competencies to support high school equivalency and/or essential life skills
- Use technology to support instruction virtually and in person
- Communicate academic material in a positive and appropriate learning environment
- Provide direct instruction, small group and individualized educational activities for students
- Confer with program directors, HSE and ESOL , on a regular basis to assess and meet instructional needs
- Maintain accurate student registration and attendance tracking data as required
- Participate in institutional, advisory, and program/instructional committee meetings
- Assist in planning, development, implementation, evaluation and assessment of new, modified or existing procedures, courses and curriculum in ABS programs.
- Assist in the following areas when needed:
o Marketing and recruitment events
o Support new hires in mentoring and co-teaching
- Substitute teach, as necessary, when available
- Accept teaching assignments based on the needs of the college at one or more of the following: Anson County campuses; Union County campuses; community locations.
- Commit to ongoing professional development to improve instructional skills, stay current with adult education trends, and adapt to evolving program needs.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the ESOL Director and Adult Basic Skills Executive Director
- Bachelor’s degree
- One year of experience teaching a diverse, adult student population
- Ability to work positively and cooperatively with students and peers
- Sensitive to students with diverse educational backgrounds
- Ability to perform multi-task assignments and create lesson plans
- Excellent attention to detail
- Skilled in Microsoft Office programs and online learning platforms
- Ability to facilitate math learning through Algebra and Geometry level
- Bilingual in Spanish and English
- NCCCS -recognized College and Career Readiness teaching credential
- Experience developing curriculum for ABS programs
- Advanced degree (master’s level or higher) in Adult Education, TOEFL or similar field
Special Conditions Eligibility Summary
Eeo Statement Summary
South Piedmont Community College provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees based on job related criteria without reference to race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification. Applicants are requested to complete questions at the end of the online application process that are strictly voluntary. Answers to these questions will not be provided to the hiring manager, selection committee, or any other employees of South Piedmont other than the Human Resources Office. The Human Resources Office uses this information to maintain accurate confidential records on the composition of each applicant pool. If you require accommodation due to a disability in order to complete the application process, please make your request to the Human Resources Office.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
JP00766FY17-18
Open Date
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants