Corporate Trainer Level 1 – Language /ESL&Foreign Languages (Pool Requisition)

We are currently seeking a Corporate Trainer Language (ESL and Foreign Languages), who will advance the institution’s proud tradition of excellence in academics, student life and community service. 

HCC’s Corporate College: HCC is responsive to community needs and driving local economic development. A chief component of this is providing customized business/industry instruction with on-site workforce training. HCC’s Corporate College provides solutions that are high-quality, competitively priced and relevant. Classes can be scheduled during the day, at night or on the weekend; at the client’s worksite, online or at one of our world-class facilities.

Your mission: We’ll count on you to provide soft-skills training to corporate clients on an on-call basis.

Your work: First, you’ll assess the client’s business training needs in conjunction with Corporate College staff. Second, based on the information gleaned, you’ll develop and deliver the training in one- to three-day classroom formats, using texts, handouts, class exercises and/or assessment tools. 

In this role, you’ll actively seek ways to improve instruction as you continue to update and revise course content and teaching methodology to maintain relevancy. 

Next steps: If you’re excited about contributing to Houston’s business development and fostering positive working relationships between HCC and the community through teaching, submit your application today!

SUMMARY

Provide soft skills training to corporate clients on an on-call basis. Deliver training based on client’s needs and objectives.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Provide training and/or consulting to corporate clients as needed.

Assess training needs for clients in conjunction with Corporate College staff.

Customize training content and format to fit client’s objectives.

Provide instruction to clients in the areas of soft skills, such as leadership, supervisory skills, diversity, human resource issues, etc.

Deliver training in 1 day to 3 day classroom formats, using relevant training materials such as texts, handouts, class exercises or assessment tools.

Continue to update and revise course content and teaching methodology in order to maintain currency and relevance.

Maintain familiarity with current texts, materials, teaching aids and techniques relative to courses within the discipline and recommend their adoption when appropriate.

Actively seek ways to improve instruction.

Attend scheduled meetings with client and Corporate College as requested including

Adjunct Faculty Orientation.

Maintain accurate records, including class schedules, student rosters, 3-day attendance and grade rosters. Strict observance of these procedures is required for on-going consideration for other training assignments.

QUALIFICATIONS 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. The qualifications listed below are representative of the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.

EDUCATION

Bachelor’s degree in a specialized area. 

Level 1 – Certifications in courses (Leadership, Customer Service, etc.) is preferred. Non-certified candidates must be willing to be trained / certified upon employment.

EXPERIENCE

Community college, university teaching, or corporate training experience is highly desired.

Level 1 – A minimum of three (3) years of demonstrated, corporate training / subject-related industry/technical experience is required. Up to 3 years of experience working in HCC, conducting corporate training preferred. Industry training, community college or university teaching experience is highly desired.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge and experience in the discipline of management, human resources, curriculum development, etc. with the ability to encourage clients to use critical thinking and problem solving skills

Knowledge of learning theory-motivational, perceptual, and emotional forces present in the learning process and the conditions which affect individual learning and change

Knowledge of theories of leadership-alternative techniques and styles for guiding, motivation, and directing individuals under various situational conditions to achieve effective performance

Knowledge of current developments in related fields of specialization with the ability to keep up-to-date on changes in policies and procedures to maintain current working knowledge

Ability to use current technology

Ability to contribute and present innovative ideas for new curricula and programs that combine traditional schedules with new demands from industry schedules

Ability to demonstrate consideration of others

Ability to speak, read and write the English language effectively

Ability to clearly and effectively present ideas in discussion and oral presentations

Ability to meet deadlines for reports and other required paper work

Ability to customize training content and format to fit client’s objectives

Ability to produce professional quality handouts and presentations

Excellent presentation and interpersonal skills with demonstrated proficiency in both oral and written communication

Must be comfortable training in a corporate environment with the ability to interact

professionally with corporate clients 

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by their supervisor.

This job description may be revised upon development of other duties and changes in responsibilities.

The Organization

Houston Community College (HCC) is composed of 14 Centers of Excellence and numerous satellite centers that serve the diverse communities in the Greater Houston area by preparing individuals to live and work in an increasingly international and technological society. HCC is one of the country’s largest singly-accredited, open-admission, community colleges offering associate degrees, certificates, workforce training, and lifelong learning opportunities.

The Team

Play a central role at HCC as you keep our everyday operations running like clockwork. You’ll get the chance to make things happen and work closely with inspiring leaders across different parts of the institution. Whether your role is supportive, administrative, financial or something else, you’ll be part of a dynamic team that not only provides HCC students with cutting-edge academic and career tools, it also takes care of its people.

Location

Houston is a city with limitless possibilities:

• Fourth-largest city in the U.S. and home to 54 Fortune 500 companies, second only to New York City’s 55.
• Approximately 145 languages are spoken here.
• Overall after-taxes living costs are 5.6 percent below the average for all 308 urban areas recently surveyed.
• Houston is a major-league sports town, and don’t forget the annual Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo.
• The weather is great! Mild winters ensure that outdoor activities can be enjoyed year-round.
• World-renowned medical care. The Houston metro area has long been known for its first-rate healthcare system, with many Houston area hospitals consistently ranking among the nation’s top institutions.
• With over 150 museums and cultural institutions in the Greater Houston area, museums are a large part of Houston’s cultural scene. 
• Houston is the Culture & Culinary Capital of Texas with more than 7,500 restaurants and eating establishments covering 60+ cuisines. 

If this sounds like the role for you and you’re ready to join an amazing team, please apply right away. 

EEO Statement 

Houston Community College does not discriminate on the bases of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation or veteran’s status. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

Osvaldo Gomez, Director EEO/Compliance, Title IX Coordinator

Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX

PO Box 667517 

Houston TX, 77266

713 718.8271 or [email protected]

HCC values its employees and their contributions, promotes opportunities for their professional growth and development, and provides a positive working and learning environment that encourages involvement, innovation, and creativity.

Individuals with disabilities, who require special accommodations to interview, should contact (713) 718-8565.

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