Job: Ged Instructor

The General Equivalency Diploma/Adult Basic Education Instructor will be expected to teach day courses (reading, writing, and math) in a tribal community college setting. A variety of delivery systems such as cooperative learning, self-paced, independent or individualized instruction, in addition to traditional classroom teaching methods may be used. Incumbents are expected to support the goals and mission of the College.

This list of duties and responsibilities is illustrative only of the tasks performed by this position and is not all-inclusive.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Primary duties are to teach GED/ABE (reading, writing, and math).
• The ABE program is available to learners who have not completed high school, are not enrolled in a secondary program, and whose educational skill levels range from beginning literacy through 8th grade. The instructional program is focused on fundamental reading, writing, and math skills.
• The GED preparation program is designed for learners who have not completed high school, who are not enrolled in a secondary program, and whose educational skill levels range from 9th through 12th grade. These classes provide instruction in higher-order thinking skill in the five content areas of the GED test and leads to a transition to post-secondary education and/or training opportunities.
• The GED/ABE Instructor will provide services at the Main Campus.
• Provides an effective environment for student learning through teaching assigned courses; develops, prepares and evaluates instructional materials which promote learning.
• Evaluates student progress, provides frequent feedback to students, and refers students to appropriate college support services when needed.
• Maintains office hours in accordance with stated policy to provide assistance to students and for other related duties; assists in the recruitment and retention of students.
• Participates in curriculum development including developing and reviewing program requirements, course teaching materials, and text selections.
• Evaluate students and place them in appropriate levels; Assess student needs and goals for each student; Provide referrals to students.
• Maintains current knowledge in the subject area and in the use of alternative teaching techniques and appropriate instructional technology; participates in faculty development activities.
• Maintains student records, attendance, goals and assessment; completes and returns required reports to the appropriate office by due date.
• Cooperates with other faculty and college staff in maintaining a positive professional and educational environment in the college.
• Attends and participates in assigned meetings, committees, training seminars/workshop, staff development and other college activities.
• Participates in commencement day exercises in academic dress, unless previously excused in accordance with stated policy/procedures.
• Performs related duties as required.
QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The education and experience requirements listed below are representative of this position’s requirements.

• Incumbent must have a valid Arizona Drivers license with no DUI’s or major traffic offences within the past three years; and
• Successfully complete a non-derogatory background check; and
• Submit a fingerprint clearance card.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
Must be certified or eligible for a Community College Teaching Certificate, a GED/ABE State Certificate, and have a bachelor’s degree in education or a closely related field.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
• Master’s degree with 24 upper division credits in Special Education, Education or a related field;
• One year teaching adults;
• Ability to speak and understand O’odham and/or Spanish;
• Ability to work with a multi-culturally diverse group of students and staff;
• One year work experience with tribal communities.

COMPENTENCIES (To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies):
• Skilled in communications, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with college administrators, faculty, staff and students.
• Skilled in prioritizing and assigning work; preparing reports; adapting instruction to meet individual needs; speaking in public; instructing adult learners, implementing course material, and maintaining cohesive multi-level group dynamics.
• Ability to design and develop curriculum and lesson plans, provide academic advising, consult with students regarding academic success, evaluate student performance, build community relations, incorporate a variety of teaching methodologies, and serve as a member of the department and on College committees.
• Establish and maintain good working relationships with individuals of varying social and cultural backgrounds; Ability to integrate the values of diversity and team building into educational decision-making.