Position, Department: Adult Basic Education/GED Instructor, Continuing Education & Workforce Development

Type of Position: Non-Credit Instructor, Exempt

Work Schedule, Hours per week: Varies

Pay Grade/Pay Range: $23.00 per hour *Actual pay depends on qualifications

Benefits Category: Partial benefits

Position Summary: Provide learner-centered instruction for basic literacy and math through high school equivalency/college readiness skills in reading, writing, math computation, applied math, science and social studies in preparation for taking the 2014 GED® exam. Create individual education plans for each learner and monitor progress toward passing the 2014 GED® exam. Instruct students one-on-one and in small groups. Guide and supervise ongoing study. Engage community volunteers to assist with one-on-one instruction with learners. Create reports and maintain records. Participate in professional development events.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree
• Three or more years experience in field of Education
• Strong math and English skills
• Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills
• Attention to detail and accurate record-keeping
• Demonstrated ability to improve learner academic skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Elementary or Secondary Education degree
• K-12 teaching experience
• Demonstrated ability to coach and instruct adult basic education learners
• Understanding of the unique needs of adult basic education students
• Demonstrated ability to create individual education plans designed to prepare adult learners to pass the 2014 GED® exam
• Previous experience teaching high school equivalency skills to adult learners, preferably GED® preparation

To be considered for this position we will require an application, resume, and/or cover letter.

Diversity Statement: Here at Johnson County Community College, we seek to inspire positive change for our students, faculty, and staff through promoting growth and development of all individuals. We aim to create a sense of belonging, accepting all values, life experiences, and perspectives on our campus. We are seeking individuals who will bring their true, authentic selves to JCCC so we can broaden perspectives with innovative ideas, interests, and passions, while fostering and promoting our diversity commitments to our community. We believe that engaging all of our unique employees is the key to students success. You belong here.

About JCCC: Established in 1969, Johnson County Community College is dedicated to transforming lives and strengthening communities through learning. Located in Overland Park, Kansas, JCCC has enjoyed a national reputation for educational excellence and student success for more than 50 years. That's five decades dedicated to smaller class sizes, more resources and a thriving campus culture – not to mention our competitive tuition rates and extracurricular experiences that transcend the norm.

Equal Employment Opportunity: Johnson County Community College (JCCC) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. JCCC provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, color, age, religion, protected veteran or disability status, or genetic information.

Disclosure: If you need any assistance throughout the search process, please reach out to the HR Generalist for this position. In accordance with the college policy, finalists for this position will be subject to criminal background investigations. Individual hiring departments at JCCC may elect to administer pre-employment tests, which are relevant to essential job functions as part of the applicant selection/hiring process. Many departments require those selected for hire to submit a certified transcript for all degrees obtained. For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to apply prior to the review date listed in posting.

If you are an applicant requesting assistance or a reasonable accommodation in the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at 913-469-3877, or email JobsAtJCCC@jccc.edu.