Description

The Adult Basic Education Instructor will develop a curriculum to assist students build their reading, writing, social studies, and science knowledge and teach classes that integrate adult education with College and Career Readiness standards by providing an environment that encourages student participation, interpersonal skill development and reinforces critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Areas of discipline include Math and English.

These are grant-funded positions.

Mathematics Instructor- 25 hours/week
Monday-Thursday 8:00am-2:30pm

English Instructor- 8 hours/week
Tuesday & Wednesday 6:00pm-8:00pm

Examples of Duties

Develops the basic skills component of a curriculum to assist students develop reading, writing, social studies, and science skills, study skills, and career readiness skills to meet the needs of adult learners.

Incorporates a contextualized curriculum into the literacy program.

Participates in regular meetings and communications with administration in order to collaborate, align instruction, monitor students’ progress, and identify issues they may have while attending classes.

Evaluates and revises the basic skills component of the curriculum to meet the needs of the students.

Evaluates students’ basic skills progress regularly.

Maintains current records on all students, including but not limited to accurate attendance records and reports absences to the team coordinator.

Assists those students who do not have a high school diploma in building reading, writing, social studies, and science skills to achieve a passing score on an HSE exam.

Promotes the mission of the program in a positive manner with all staff, participants and partners, and a consistent exchange of information in a transparent and collaborative environment.

Utilizes technology and online classroom experience. Microsoft Proficient.

Performs other duties, as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s preferred

New Jersey teaching certification preferred

Minimum of two years teaching experience in adult education

Knowledge of subject area and effective teaching methods

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Knowledge of adult basic education standardized assessment instruments

Ability to work independently with a high degree of accuracy

Ability to work a flexible schedule with varied hours to meet department and College needs

Possess the ability to work well and communicate effectively with prospective and current students, staff, faculty, administration, and colleagues and community partners

Demonstrated cultural competence, sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty, and staff and a commitment to a student-centered environment

Supplemental Information

COVID-19 vaccination is a requirement for all positions at Rowan College of South Jersey. New hires are expected to be fully vaccinated before beginning work at the College. For more information about RCSJ’s vaccine requirements, visit the RCSJ Coronavirus Updates website for the latest information.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical RequirementsReachingStanding-for sustained periods of timeWalkingTalkingHearingGrasping; applying pressure to an object with fingers or palmsRepetitive motion of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers such as picking, pinching, typingPhysical requirements of the position:Light work, Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally Visual acuity requirements of the position:The worker is required to have close visual acuity Workplace conditions of the position:The worker is subject to environmental conditions. Protection from weather conditions but not temperature changes.
Women and Minorities Encouraged to Apply
Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer

As a New Jersey First Act Employer, new employees must establish a primary residence in New Jersey within one year unless an exemption applies.