Adult Education Instructor

Salary : $41,719.00 - $69,591.00 Annually

Location : Rainsville, AL

Job Type : Full-Time

Job Number : 05610

College / Division : NACC-208060-Adult Basic Education

Opening Date : 12 / 16 / 2024

Closing Date : 1 / 20 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Central

Campus Location : Northeast Alabama Community College

Position Summary

Note about Applying : Please check the application requirements at the end of this announcement. When applying, applicants will be required to submit a resume via the NEOED system, but there are other documents that are also required as part of this job application. Those can be added by selecting "Add Supplemental Attachment" on the attachments screen of your online application.

YOU MUST SUBMIT ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS AS DESCRIBED AT THE END OF THIS JOB ANNOUNCEMENT AND MEET THE REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS OF THE JOB TO BE CONSIDERED.

Once the position has been filled, each applicant will be notified by email. This process can take several weeks to complete after the application deadline.

Salary Placement and Work Hours : This is a 12-month, full-time position. Placement will be on the D3 Salary Schedule with a range of $41,710-$69,591, dependent on education and applicable work experience. Placement is determined by the President and salary schedule guidelines. The work week is Monday through Friday, and hours worked will be a minimum of 40 per week. Evening work is required for one-two nights per week. This is a grant-funded position and, as such, non-probationary status cannot be attained per the Students' First Act.

Supervisory Responsibility : No

Start Date : February 2024

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL FUNCTION : The Adult Education Instructor will administer assessment instruments to diagnose, evaluate, and place adult learners in the adult education program; teach in both traditional and distance education formats; submit reports and data as required; participate in committee assignments; assist with advocating adult education in the community; and comply with all policies of the Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees, the Alabama Community College System, and Northeast Alabama Community College. This positions answers to the Adult Education Program Director and the President.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES : The essential duties and responsibilities of this position include the following :

• Provide learning opportunities that draw upon and extend learners' knowledge, skills, and interest
• Link instruction to the learner's academic needs as determined by the results of valid, reliable assessment and reassessment
• Select materials and choose teaching styles that address individual learning styles
• Extend learners' knowledge and competency using technology to aid learning
• Solve conflicts and problems in the classroom
• Provide a respectful and supportive learning environment
• Convey the expectation of success to adult learners
• Require adult learners to engage in analysis, investigation, and interpretation as part of the learning process
• Assist with learner intake and orientation by : Providing a welcoming, encouraging, and respectful atmosphere; Engaging in an exchange of information with entering adult learners; Providing the program's philosophy, goals, instructional services, schedules, attendance policies, and any other relevant information.; Determining the support services needed and informing entering adult learners of available support services; Recording the adult learner's goals and needs.; Acknowledging learners' doubts or anxieties about entering the program.
• Participate in all professional development opportunities provided by the instructional supervisor or the state adult and community education staff, including attendance at the Annual Adult Education Summer Conference. Teachers are encouraged to support state and national adult education and literacy advocacy organizations.
• Administer assessment instruments to diagnose, evaluate, and place adult learners in adult education program.
• Utilize the results of a properly administered assessment instrument and develop a plan of instruction (POI) that identifies each objective and / or skill for which each learner has demonstrated non- and / or partial-mastery.
• Visit other classes for the purpose of observation, curriculum consultation, and coordination as directed by the Program Director.
• Assist with grant applications and proposals as directed by the Program Director
• Assist with preparation and distribution of publicity materials and learner recruitment.
• Assist with preparation and implementation of program activities such as workshops, in-service training, graduation, etc.
• Complete other tasks as directed by the Program Director and / or President.
• Comply with all policies of the Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees, the Alabama Community College System, and Northeast Alabama Community College

Qualifications

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES :

MINIMUM REQUIRED EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND / OR EXPERIENCE :

Application Procedures / Additional Information

IMPORTANT!!! - Read all of the following information very carefully before you submit an application. Do not submit an application until you have all required application materials uploaded to NEOED. Do not send transcripts or letters of recommendation to the NACC Human Resources or Registrar's Offices. These must be uploaded by the applicant as part of his or her application.

To have a complete application, applicants must complete the online application form and submit the following documents on the "Attachments" screen of the online application. It is the applicant's responsibility to ensure that the requirements are met.

1. A completed online application form 2. A current rsum that confirms skills, knowledge, abilities, and education as required (outlined in the job announcement) 3. A separate transcript from each College attended

This means all of them, even if the credit shows on another transcript and even if it is from a community, junior, or technical college)

4. Three signed letters of recommendation that (a) confirm experience and are (b) dated within one year of the application deadline. (c) One must be from the applicant's current or former supervisor or employer. (d) Each must have an actual signature or electronic signature. Typed signatures and typed cursive fonts are NOT accepted. 5.

Position paper of five hundred words or less describing the applicant's understanding of the community college philosophy YOU MUST SUBMIT ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS AS DESCRIBED ABOVE AND MEET THE REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS OF THE JOB TO BE CONSIDERED.

APPLICATION AND INTERVIEW PROCESS : All applications must be submitted through the NEOED system. Click on the green "Apply" button at the top of this announcement to create or access your NEOED account. All application materials must be uploaded by the applicant to his or her account, including transcripts, resumes, letters of recommendation, etc., according to what is listed in the application requirements section by the application deadline. Do not submit an application until you have all required application materials uploaded. Applications are only accepted through the NEOED System. If you have questions, contact the Human Resources Office at 256.228.6001, ext. 2230. Technical questions about the NEOED website, account creation, and / or uploading or completing application materials should be directed to the NEOED helpline at 855-524-5627.A scanner and computer are available on campus for applicants who need to upload documents to the online application system. This service is free of charge and is available during normal operating hours of the TLC and Library. For more information or to schedule an appointment, contact Ms. Judith Lea in the Technology Learning Center (256.228.6001, ext. 2309) or Dr. Julia Everett (256.228.6001, ext. 2226) in the Library.Applications for the position will be reviewed to determine (1) if they are complete and (2) if the applicant meets the minimum qualifications required of the position. Interviews are then scheduled at the President's discretion and will be conducted in person or through a web-interface such as Zoom, Skype, or Microsoft Teams. Applicants will be required to participate in an interview at their own expense. Official transcripts will be required of the finalist chosen for employment by the President. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION :

Criminal Background Checks -In accordance with Alabama Community College System policy and procedures, the applicant chosen for employment will be required to sign a consent form for a criminal background check. Employment will be contingent upon the receipt of a clearance notification from the criminal background check. Some applicants may be subject to fingerprint checks as required by the ACCS board policy. E-verify - Northeast Alabama Community College is an active participant in the Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-verify). E-verify electronically confirms an employee's eligibility to work in the United States as required by the Department of Homeland Security. Verification of Work Experience -As a condition of the employment offer, the applicant chosen to fill the position will be required to submit verification from previous and current employers to confirm the work experience stated in the application. The verification form, provided by the College to the applicant, must include the applicant's beginning and ending dates of employment and job title; confirm if the employment was full time or part-time; and outline job duties. This information will be used to determine salary schedule placement and is required within fifteen (15) working days of acceptance of an employment offer. Equal Opportunity Employer - Northeast Alabama Community College is an equal opportunity employer. It is the official policy of the Alabama Community College System, including all postsecondary community and technical colleges under control of the Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees, that no employee or applicant for employment or promotion, on the basis of any impermissible criterion or characteristic including, without limitation, race, color, national origin, religion, marital status, disability, sex, age, or any other protected class as defined by federal and state law, shall be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity, or employment. Northeast Alabama Community College will make reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled applicants or employees. Northeast Alabama Community College reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to the awarding. Accreditation -Northeast Alabama Community College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award the associates degree. Contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097, or call 404-679-4500 for questions about the accreditation of Northeast Alabama Community College.

Sick Leave

All regular full-time instructional staff earns one day of sick leave which is equivalent to 7 hours per month. Unused sick leave is rolled over to the following year. Upon retirement, employees are allowed to convert unused sick time into service time for the purpose of retirement. Further retirement benefits may be found on this page under Alabama Teacher's Retirement.

7 hours per month

may accumulate an unlimited number)

Annual Leave

Not applicable

off between terms)

Personal Leave

All regular full-time instructional staff earns up to five (5) regularly scheduled workdays of personal leave per leave year.

Unused Personal Leave converts to sick leave if not used.

converts to sick leave at the end of August each year if not used)

Professional Leave

Up to 10 days a year of professional development leave with pay may be granted by the President.

Holidays

New Year's Day

Martin Luther King / Robert E. Lee Birthday

National Memorial Day

Independence Day

Labor Day

Veterans Day

Thanksgiving Day

Day after Thanksgiving Day

Christmas Eve

Christmas Day

15 (5 locally assigned)

Retirement

The TRS was established in 1939 to provide benefits to qualified persons employed by state-supported educational institutions. Responsibility for the management and administration of the TRS is vested in its Board of Control. The Boards of Control elect the Secretary-Treasurer who serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the RSA and is responsible for the day-to-day management of the RSA. The TRS is a defined benefit plan qualified under Section 401(a) of the Internal Revenue Code. For more information visit All regular full-time and part-time employees (non-temporary and non- student) who work at least 20 hours per week are required to participate in The Teachers' Retirement System of Alabama.

Tier I - Pays 7.50% monthly. State matches 13.57% (effective 10 / 01 / 24)

Tier II - Pays 6.20% monthly. State matches 12.60% (effective 10 / 01 / 24)

Law Enforcement Officers :

Tier I -Pays 8.50% monthly. State matches 13.57% (effective 10 / 01 / 24)

Tier II - Pays 7.20% monthly. State matches 12.60% (effective 10 / 01 / 24)

Health Insurance

PEEHIP, established in 1983, provides health insurance benefits for active and retired education employees and is governed by the PEEHIP Board of Control. The Boards of Control elect the Secretary-Treasurer who serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the RSA and is responsible for the day-to-day management of the RSA. For more information visit

Tobacco Usage Premium

The tobacco premium applies only to the PEEHIP Hospital Medical and VIVA Health plans. Refer to the section to learn how you and / or your spouse can receive the non-tobacco user discount.

Wellness Premium

The wellness premium applies only to the Blue Cross Blue Shield Hospital Medical Group #14000 plan for non-Medicare eligible active and retired members, non-Medicare-eligible members on LOA or COBRA, and non-Medicare-eligible spouses on active or retired contracts. Refer to the section to learn how you and / or your spouse can receive a wellness premium waiver.

If desired, employee may elect four options rather than health insurance options to include hospital indemnity, cancer, dental, and vision.

Optional Coverage Plan Premiums

Institution matches $800 monthly (effective 10 / 01 / 18).

Duty Hours

Hours vary by campus and instructional needs )

Tuition Assistance

This tuition waiver program is designed for all full-time instructional and non-instructional employees of The Alabama College System and the Alabama Department of Postsecondary Education and their dependents as defined under by policy. The program will be coordinated by each institution for employees within The Alabama College System and the Alabama Department of Postsecondary Education. An application form for the tuition assistance program is available in the Human Resources office and should be completed prior to registration for classes.

Employees / Dependents at two-year colleges :

1 / 3 waived after 1st year

2 / 3 waived after 2nd year

3 / 3 waived after 3rd year

Note : Employee is vested after 10 years in Retirement System. Additional information regarding retirement may be obtained from the Retirement System Web site at www.rsa.al.gov.

Did you attach ALL of the required application materials including (1) a current resume; (2) an official or unofficial copy of each (every single one) of your transcripts that include your name, the name of each college, and confirm that you have received the minimum degree required for this position; (3) three letters of recommendation, signed and dated within one year of the application deadline, one of which is from your current or former supervisor, employer, or college instructor; and (5) a philosophy statement??? (IF YOU CANNOT ANSWER YES, PLEASE DO NOT SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION UNTIL YOU HAVE ALL OF THESE MATERIALS UPLOADED.))

Are you willing to teach night classes at least one or two nights per week?

Do you have the ability to work efficiently with Microsoft Office Products?

Required Question

Salary : $41,719 - $69,591