AcceleratingOpportunity-Kansas (AO-K)Instructor
JOB CLASSIFICATION
Pay grade level: N/A
Compensation: $21.00. Compensation will be commensurate with education and
experience
Employee category: Part-Time Staff
Department: Adult and Continuing Education
Reports to: Assistant Director of Adult Education
FLSA status: Non-Exempt
Job Code: AA012PTNAOK
Location: Primarily Technical Education Center (TEC) and Main Campus, but
any other college location as assigned by the appropriate administrator.
SUMMARY
The part-time Accelerating Opportunities-Kansas (AO-K) Instructor will
report to the Assistant Director of Adult Education and teach Adult Basic
Education contextualized for selected technical pathway courses as required by
the Adult and Family Literacy Act (AEFLA), the Kansas Board of Regents
(KBOR), and Kansas City Kansas Community College (KCKCC).The AO-K
instructor will provide team teaching support for students a minimum of 25% of
the entire pathway based on credit hours.
POSITION DESCRIPTION
Teach basic skills, including writing, math, and reading, in conjunction
with TEC curriculum.
by utilizing a variety of effective teaching strategies to engage and motivate
adult learners, addressing diverse learning modalities, abilities, needs &
interests through differentiated instruction.
Use Blackboard to provide course/supplemental materials and communicate
with students using course announcements, discussion boards and/or
collaborative sessions.
Plan day-to-day instructional activities in collaboration with content
instructors.
Perform effectively in the learning environment by being prepared,
maintaining discipline, and engaging students in the learning process.
Engage in team teaching with TEC content instructor.
Advise with students during enrollment week and at a minimum every three
weeks thereafter regarding test scores, goals, roadblocks, study
resources, academic progress, and other topics specific to individual
students.
Adapt instruction based on summative & formative assessments to thoroughly
prepare students to take the GED exam/TABE.
Prepare students to meet program goals (educational attainment, secure
employment, retain/improve employment, transition to post-secondary,
college readiness, citizenship skills, and other goals set forth by the
program or the Kansas Board of Regents).
Evaluate and monitor all students' progress using a variety of formative
assessment tools (such as classroom observations, lesson closure
discussion, portfolios, and quizzes) and adjust instruction, as
necessary.
Maintain all necessary records for state and federal reports.
Administer TABE assessments to students as necessary or as set forth by
KBOR PAM (Proficiency Attainment Model).
Assist with AO-K orientations.
Understand the use of all required enrollment paperwork as well as other
program documents and forms necessary to maintain accurate records.
Engage in staff development activities with other adult education staff
during the academic year to enhance quality of instruction; earning the
required number of PD credits set by KBOR.
Collaborate with other instructors and Assistant Director/Director about
student attendance, behavior, and progress.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Assistant Director/Director.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Possess strong written and oral communication skills.
Must demonstrate a commitment to and ability to work with a diverse
student and faculty population.
High energy, self-starter who can work with minimal supervision.
Ability to develop and maintain excellent working relationships and
establish credibility with all levels of employee in the organization.
Detail oriented.
Working knowledge of Microsoft 365 applications, especially Word, Excel,
and Outlook.
Ability to manage several projects with multiple deadlines simultaneously.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree or higher in social services, education, or a related
field.
Interest and/or experience in supporting learners in an alternative
setting.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Master's degree in education, or related field.
At least one year teaching experience, especially grades 9-12.
Coaching and instructing Adult Education/Adult Learners.
Experience teaching high school equivalency skills to adult learners
preferably GED® preparation.
WORKING CONDITIONS
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required
to stand, talk, hear, walk, and sit. While performing the duties of this job,
the employee may occasionally push or lift items.
WORK SCHEDULE
Up to 29 hours per week, with hours subject to change based on departmental
scheduling needs. Flexibility is required to accommodate operational demands,
including occasional evening and weekend hours. Schedule may vary depending on
student class schedules and program requirements.
To Apply
Visit www. kckcc.edu and click on CAREERS for a list of available
positions.
Read the job announcement carefully noting the initial screening date,
minimum qualifications, and required information. Note that information
contained in your application materials will be used to determine if you
meet the minimum qualifications for the position. Make sure you
complete/submit all the documents listed as required.
If the position lists a required transcript (during the application
process) unofficial transcripts may be submitted. However, please note
that upon selection for hire, you will be required to submit official
transcripts.
Ensure that your transcripts show that a degree was awarded or conferred
if you are stating that it is your highest level of education completed.
If you certify your level of education and it cannot be verified from your
transcript(s), your application may not be referred to the selection
committee.
Foreign degrees are acceptable provided they have been translated and/or
shown to have equivalency to a United States: Associate, Bachelor, Master,
or Doctorate level degree.
Documentation verifying completion of a degree, course work within a
discipline, or other educational criteria should be electronically
attached (uploaded) to your application.
Three (3) professional references with phone number and email addresses
are required.
A college selection committee is responsible for application review and
interviews. The final candidate(s) selected to be hired will be made by
the hiring manager.
Successful completion of a background check on all persons recommended for
employment is required Individual hiring departments may elect to
administer pre-employment tests, which are relevant to essential job
functions as part of the applicant selection/hiring process.
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.
KCKCC is an Equal Opportunity Employer
