Position Information (Default Section)
Classification Title Temporary Non-ExemptWorking Title High School Equivalency (HiSET®/GED®) Teacher Datatel Position ID AELF0HISEGED1A Annual Hours As needed or assigned not to exceed 25 hours per week or 1000 hours in a fiscal year. Placement Range $23.00 per hour Position Type Temporary Part-time Job Category Non-Exempt General Description
High School Equivalency teachers will assist adults to acquire and develop literacy and numeracy skills; to acquire the necessary academic prerequisites to access further post-secondary education and skill training opportunities, or employment and workplace training opportunities; to increase educational levels for purposes of self-improvement; to learn and develop living and social skills; and/or to acquire and develop English language skills.
This appointment is contingent upon availability of grant or contract funds. If the funds from the grant or contract that provide funding for this appointment are no longer available, this appointment may be terminated without cause upon written notice to the employee.
Reports To High School Equivalency Coordinator What position(s) reports to this position?
None
Minimum Education/Experience
Valid Oklahoma Teacher's Certificate
OR
Master's Degree.
Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Be detail-oriented. - Have a respectful and encouraging demeanor toward students.
Physical Demands/Working Conditions
1. GENERAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Sedentary work: The person in this position may occasionally exert up to 10 pounds of force to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
2. PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES: This position requires the person to frequently communicate with colleagues and students to perform the essential functions of the position. Must be able to exchange accurate information in various situations.
This position requires the person to frequently move about the classroom to assist students and perform the essential functions of the position.
3. VISUAL ACUITY: This position requires the person to judge, observe and assess the accuracy, neatness, thoroughness of work assigned or to make general observations.
4. WORKING CONDITIONS This position performs the essential functions in an indoor, classroom or office setting.
Preferred Qualifications
Teaching experience.
Required Training Work Hours
Day, evening and/or weekend hours as required by course assignment.
Department Community Outreach & Education Job Open Date 07/11/2023 Job Close Date 06/30/2024 Open Until Filled No HR Contact Beth Holmes Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants are to thoroughly complete the electronic application and attach the following required documents: cover letter, resume, and Valid Oklahoma Teaching Certificate if meeting the minimum requirement via the teaching certificate option OR a transcript conferring a minimum of a master's degree if meeting the minimum requirement via the degree option.
Applicants who do not attach the required documents will not be considered for the position.
Applicants needing assistance may call Human Resources at 405.682.7542
Posting Number Student, Work Study, Temporary0402715
Job Duties
Job Duties (Position Specific)
(The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.)
Job Duties (Duties Assignment Statement)
Teach literacy and how it relates to the adult's role as a worker, parent and citizen.
Provide successful teaching strategies and appropriate accommodations for adults with Learning Disabilities and Special Learning Needs.
Use technology in the classroom for instructional purposes.
Administer Standardized Official HSE Practice Tests.
Serve people in the community who are most in need of literacy services, including those adults who have low incomes or minimal literacy skills.
Make learning student-centered and relevant to the individual student's goals.
Be at the classroom site at least 15 minutes before class is to begin.
Engage in active teaching strategies which emphasize problem-solving skills and relate learning to the student's prior experiences and knowledge.
Follow an established course outline and schedule for class instruction. In Language Arts – Social Studies classes, provide instruction in the reading strategies and content needed to pass high school equivalency tests.
In Math-Science classes, provide instruction in math and science strategies and content needed to pass high school equivalency tests.
Provide learning in real life contexts to ensure that an individual has the skills needed to compete in the work place and exercise the rights and responsibilities of a citizen and a parent.
Have preparation time each week. Preparation time is one hour for each 6 hours of instruction.
Attend 15 hours of professional development annually.
Job Duties (Safety / Policy & Procedures)
Abide by the policies and procedures published in the Board of Regents Policies and College Policies & Procedures.
Contribute to a safe educational & working environment.
Adhere to established safety and health procedures and practices for the purpose of providing injury and illness prevention for self and others.
Complete quarterly health and safety training pursuant to OCCC's established safety and health procedures and practices.
Participate in all applicable OCCC emergency, evacuation and shelter in place drills and be prepared to take action and assist others in taking appropriate action should a health or safety emergency occur.
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