Position Type:
Ancillary/Part-Time
Date Posted:
7/1/2024
Location:
YCLC – ADULT LEARNING CENTER
Closing Date:
12/31/2024
Provide instruction to adults who wish to further their education by taking English as a Second Language (ESL), High School Equivalency (HSE), Computer Literacy, post-secondary preparation, citizenship preparation classes, and/or identified, in-demand, industry recognized certifications through integrated education and training (IET). Adhere to federal and state laws, as well as, district policies, procedures, and regulations.
Essential Functions
- Develop and implement lesson plans using the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) Texas Adult Education and Literacy Content Standards for Adult Basic Education (ABE)/Adult Secondary Education (ASE) and ESL Learners, and/or industry recognized standards for workforce certifications, as the official guide(s) to prepare lessons that reflect accommodation for individual student skill level.
- Demonstrate knowledge, understanding, and skill in the subject areas taught, presenting the subject matter according to guidelines established by TWC, Board policy, and administrative regulation.
- Demonstrate good judgment in standards of dress, meeting the specific requirements of the position, with emphasis on professional appearance, cleanliness and safety.
- Assist students in identifying short term and long-term goals as a component of the student proficiencies necessary to function effectively in adult life, including accessing post-secondary education, employment-related training, and/or employment.
- Use instructional strategies and techniques to meet the needs of individual students in multi-level classes which incorporate learning styles and modes to accelerate learning and growth for each adult learner.
- Modify instruction and manage instructional time effectively to maximize each student’s potential, including students with special needs; consult and follow recommendations from curriculum specialist when a student with special needs is identified.
- Meet with classes on time, prepare instruction for each class, keep the classes engaged in learning activities for the duration of the assigned time, and use professional judgment when needing to report absences in a timely manner, to appropriate personnel.
- Develop and maintain a classroom environment conducive to effective learning or training; establish positive classroom management that facilitates adult learning. Take all necessary precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities, to include technology equipment in computer labs, training equipment, and classroom materials.
- Provide feedback to students in a timely manner to promote encouragement, self-efficacy and persistence to complete their identified educational and employment goal(s).
- Maintain accurate and complete records and submit timely reports, as required by law, TWC, School Board policies, and administrative regulation in recording attendance, progress of students, and student work.
- Assist in the selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials; be responsible for receiving and maintaining textbooks, study materials, teaching supplies, training materials, and classroom equipment as provided by district, keeping a current inventory of all items and providing the inventory upon request.
- Establish and maintain lines of communication with students to encourage active participation in the learning process while maintaining a positive learning environment where cultural differences are respected and encouraged as part of the learning growth for each student.
- Attend and participate in faculty meetings and in-service education as required, sponsor suitable outside activities approved by theschool, and accept responsibility for extracurricular activities on a voluntary basis.
- Maintain a professional relationship with all colleagues, students and program partners; cooperate with other members of the staffin planning and implementing instructional and training goals, objectives, and methods.
- Attendance at the work site is required to meet essential functions of the job.
Other Responsibilities
- Participate in professional development activities as required by the district and TWC.
- Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties; support district/department goals.
- Maintain a professional code of ethics and perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
High School Diploma/GED and valid Industry Recognized Certification for an identified Career Pathway and two (2) years employed in an industry, trade, healthcare or identified career pathway OR Bachelor’s degree; two (2) years teaching or work experience with adults in the areas of ESL, English, GED, computer literacy or bilingual instruction in an educational setting. Proficient communication skills in English, both verbally and in writing; verbal communication in Spanish preferred. Must complete specific professional development as established by TWC.
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors
Maintain emotional control under stress; ability to work with frequent interruptions; prolonged use of computers and occasional prolonged and irregular hours; ability to work at multi-site locations and varied work schedules as required to meet the needs of the community. Valid Texas/New Mexico driver’s license; subject to the district’s drug and alcohol screening policy and regulation; must be insurable by the district’s auto liability insurance carrier.
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Required Documents:
- The following are the required documents that must be submitted in order to be considered for an interview. You may attach the documents to your application or bring them into the YISD Central Office located at 9600 Sims Dr., El Paso, TX 79925. For more information, please contact the HR Department at 915-434-0428. High School Diploma/GED
- Certification (if applicable)
- Copy of Bachelor’s Transcripts (if applicable)
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