Instructor -Lab Assistant (Part-time)
- Employer
- Kirkwood Community College
- Location
- Cedar Rapids, IA
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- Faculty Jobs
- Arts & Humanities, English As A Second Language
- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Community College
Job Details
GENERAL JOB SUMMARY: Under limited supervision, the instructor is responsible for assisting students at the learning center desk preparing for their High School Equivalency Diploma or taking independent study courses for the Kirkwood Adult High School Diploma. The instructor may substitute on occasion to teach courses in Mathematics or English or ESL at the Kirkwood Center for Lifelong Learning. The instructor also assists students in transitioning from ESL courses to other Kirkwood related opportunities in collaboration with other Kirkwood staff members. This position will be some mornings and some evening hours on Mondays-Fridays. UNIVERSAL CORE COMPETENCIES:
DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES WITH/WITHOUT REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION:Position involves working in an office setting. Occasional (10-33%) standing, pushing, pulling and grasping. Frequent (34-66%) reaching and viewing a computer and other types of close visual work. Constant (67-100%) sitting, walking, repetitive motion, talking and hearing. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:Bachelor’s degree PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS, LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, OR REGISTRATIONS: Preferred endorsement area would include 5-12 certification in math or English. Prior successful teaching experience in an alternative high school setting or in adult basic education Prior experience teaching adult ESL/ABE learners or working with adult immigrantsPrior experience teaching ESL or foreign language at any age EEO AA/STATEMENT:
Kirkwood Community College shall not engage in nor allow unlawful discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment. This includes all employment practices, hiring practices, and unwelcome harassment of applicants or employees based on race, color, national origin, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information or actual or potential parental, family, marital status or veteran status. If you have questions or complaints related to compliance with the policy please contact the Vice President of Human Resources at Kirkwood Community College, 313 Kirkwood Hall, 6301 Kirkwood Blvd., SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404, Telephone: 319-398-5572, Email: equity@Kirkwood.edu or the director of the Office for Civil Rights U.S. Department of Education, John C. Kluczynski Federal Building, 230 S. Dearborn Street, 37th Floor, Chicago, IL 60604-7204, Telephone: (312) 730-1560 Facsimile: (312) 730-1576, TDD (800) 877-8339 Email: OCR.Chicago@ed.gov.
Organization
Working at Kirkwood Community College
Kirkwood Community College in Cedar Rapids is a globally recognized leader in higher education where learner success has always been a focal point. For more than 50 years, Kirkwood faculty and staff have cultivated a welcoming and motivating environment that meets students where they are, and helps them get exactly where they want to be. With one of the lowest tuition in the state, more than 130 programs to choose from, flexible class offerings, and convenient locations across seven counties in Eastern Iowa, Kirkwood makes higher education more accessible for people in all walks of life. Through affordable, innovative educational training and many impactful community partnerships, Kirkwood hopes to continue strengthening the regional workforce for years to come.
As one of Cedar Rapids' top employers, Kirkwood strives to reward employees with a generous benefits package and perks, including:
- Professional development opportunities
- Free use of the Kirkwood Recreation Center
- On campus retail discounts at places like our bookstore, Eagle Tech, cafeteria and hotel (yes, we have a hotel too!)
- Free admission to performing arts and athletic events
- Computer and software purchasing program through Eagle Tech, our Apple-authorized campus store
- Employee tuition discounts and half-price tuition for family members
- Generous leave policies that provide a work-life balance
- Choice of retirement programs and unheard-of employer contribution
- Competitive Total Rewards packages
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