Description

We seek applicants for instructors to teach within the College's Adult Education program. These positions are essential to the College vision of leading our community to lifelong learning and success. Adult Education instructors support our diverse population of learners including adult learners, traditionally under-served learners, community members looking to develop their English language skills, and those seeking to advance their educational achievements.

Morning and evening classes are anticipated to be available during future semesters, with the current need for instructors to teach the following:

• morning ABE/HSE Preparation classes at the Pontiac campus
• evening ESL classes at the Pontiac campus
• online ABE/HSE Preparation classes

Adult Basic Education/High School Equivalency (ABE/HSE) Preparation Instructors will plan and deliver instruction to students as they prepare to pass the HSE exam. Content areas include math, language arts, social studies, science, and U.S. and Illinois Constitution, as well as career planning and development.

ABE/HSE Preparation in Spanish Instructors will plan and deliver instruction in Spanish language to students as they prepare to pass the HSE exam. Content areas are the same as above. Ability to teach fully in Spanish is required.

English as a Second Language (ESL) Instructors will plan and deliver instruction to students in reading, writing, speaking, listening, and U.S. culture, as well as career planning and development.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree
• Ability to successfully engage multiple student learning levels and styles within the classroom and foster a sense of student belonging
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to work independently, problem-solve, and function professionally under pressure
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and web-based tools

Desired Qualifications

• Teaching certification and/or master's degree in adult education or related field
• Experience working inclusively with groups of individuals from multicultural backgrounds
• Successful teaching or tutoring experience, especially with adult populations

 

The review of applications will be ongoing. Selected applicants will be contacted directly by Adult Education staff to participate in an interview.

Heartland Community College is an equal opportunity institution.

HCC values equity, diversity and inclusion. We create a collegial and welcoming culture by taking collective responsibility in the creation, protection, and enhancement of an equitable, diverse, and inclusive campus community.