Posting Details

Position Information

Posting NumberS140681Position TitleLanguage Arts Instructor- C2YFDepartmentWorkforce EducationDivisionAcademic AffairsClassificationAdjunctFLSA ClassificationNon-ExemptUnion/Non UnionNon UnionFull Time / Part Time? Part TimeHours per weekUp to 28Temporary? No Posting Detail Information

Posting Date07/03/2019Closing Date07/22/2019Open Until FilledNoSpecial Instructions to Applicants

For full consideration, unofficial transcripts for the required degree (if applicable) must be attached and submitted at the time of application.

All offers of employment are contingent upon the following:

• Post-offer, satisfactory results of pre-employment background check
• Post-offer, satisfactory results of pre-employment Drug Screening for employees that are new to the College
• Post-offer, satisfactory results of pre-employment physical exam in circumstances where the nature of the work renders it appropriate or where Federal law or regulation requires

Advertising Summary

The recruitment of qualified and diverse faculty and staff is the cornerstone of JJC’s commitment to an innovative, collaborative and inclusive educational community. At JJC, we respect the wealth of knowledge and experience each of our employees brings to the workplace.

Link to Human Resources website

http://www.jjc.edu/about-jjc/college-leadership/administration/human-resources

Job Description

POSITION TITLE:Language Arts Instructor- C2YF
STATUS:Part time. Grant-funded
DEPARTMENT:Workforce Education
DIVISION:Academic Affairs
REPORTS TO:Instructional Coordinator of Connect to Your Future (C2YF) GED Completion
HOURLY PAY RATE:$25.00 per hour

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The student population at the college is diverse in ethnicity, gender, language, age and background. Joliet Junior College is an AA/EO employer and strongly encourages applications from candidates who would enhance the diversity of its staff.

POSITION SUMMARY
This position offers an opportunity to instruct youth ages 17-24 in the area of Language Arts for high school equivalency classes for the Connect to Your Future Program. Individuals must adapt to new and changing situation, demonstrate respect for students, have understanding of learning styles and apply understanding to instruction. Must create a student-centered learning environment that is accessible to individual learners with diverse educational needs.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
1.Facilitate classes and workshops to teach principles, techniques, or methods in Language Arts GED to C2YF participants.
2.Assess students’ needs based on assessments; monitor progress, make recommendations, report outcomes and/or take actions to improve performance measures.
3.Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students’ varying needs, learning styles, and abilities.
4.Employ instructional methods and utilize curriculum that meets State High School Equivalency standards.
5.Assign and grade class work; record demonstrated progress and GED readiness.
6.Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures and effectively resolve conflict situations.
7.Prepare and maintain appropriate classroom records.
8.Participate in achieving grant, departmental and college goals and objectives.
9.Perform other related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
1.Bachelor’s Degree in English or secondary education degree with English language arts emphasis
2.Two (2) years K-12 Language Arts teaching experience in k-12, developmental education, or higher education.
3.Strong personal computer and technology skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office suite.
4.Strong interpersonal, communication, time-management and organizational skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
1.Master’s Degree in Education.
2.Knowledge of Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act.
3.Three (3) years of teaching experience in adult education (ABE, GED,) and/or developmental college reading, writing, and/or math. Certification, certificates, endorsements and related experience will be considered.
4.Elementary, Middle School, High School Teacher Certification

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
1.Normal office physical demands.
2.Ability to travel between campus locations and to and from community events.

WORKING CONDITIONS
Duties are performed indoors in the usual office and/or outdoor environment.
Requires flexible scheduling, evening hours and some weekend work as well as local travel.

Internal candidates must adhere to the terms of employment regarding length of time in current position as outlined in their union contract.

Application Procedures: “Apply to this Job at employment.jjc.edu”

All offers of employment are contingent upon the following:
• Satisfactory results of a background check
• Post-offer, pre-employment Drug Screening for employees that are new to the College
• Post-offer, pre-employment physical exam in circumstances where the nature of the work renders it appropriate or where Federal law or regulation requires

Joliet Junior College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action college supporting diversity.

ANNUAL CLERY SAFETY REPORT (ASR) NOTICE FIRE SAFETY REPORT (FSA) and MISSING PERSON POLICY (MPP) FOR STUDENTS RESIDING IN “ON CAMPUS” STUDENT HOUSING
Joliet Junior College is committed to assisting members of the JJC community in providing for their own safety and security. The annual CLERY security compliance document along with the Fire Safety Report (FSR) and the Missing Person Policy (MPP) for students residing in “on campus” student housing is available at the JJC Police Department website :
www.jjc.edu/cleryreport

If you would like to receive the ASR, FSR or MPP in booklet form, you may stop by the Campus Police Department located on Main Campus in G 1013 or call Campus Police at 815-280-2234. The website and booklet contain information regarding campus security and personal safety such as crime prevention and reporting, police law enforcement authority, disciplinary procedures and other related security policies. They also contain information about crime statistics for the three previous years for all JJC campuses, property owned and controlled by JJC District 525 and on public property immediately adjacent to JJC campuses.
This information is required by law and is made available by the Joliet Junior College Police Department.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Do you have a Bachelor’s Degree (or higher) in English or secondary education degree with English language arts emphasis
   • Yes
   • No
2. * Do you have at least two (2) years K-12 Language Arts teaching experience in k-12, developmental education, or higher education?
   • Yes
   • No
3. * Please rate your skill and experience with personal computers and Microsoft Office Suite:
   • Beginner
   • Intermediate
   • Expert
4. * Do you have a Master’s Degree in Education?
   • Yes
   • No
5. * Do you have knowledge of and experience with the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act?
   • Yes
   • No
6. * Do you have three (3) years of teaching experience in adult education (ABE, GED,) and/or developmental college reading, writing, and/or math? Certification, certificates, endorsements and related experience will be considered.
   • Yes
   • No
7. * Do you have Elementary, Middle School, or High School Teacher Certification?
   • Yes
   • No

Applicant DocumentsRequired Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter
3. Unofficial Transcripts

Optional Documents

1. Other Document
2. Certification or License
3. List of References