POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT

ADULT EDUCATION PART-TIME DAY INSTRUCTOR

PPOSITION SUMMARY

The Tennessee College of Applied Technology Northwest is accepting applications for a part-time Adult Education Corrections Instructor for Dyer and Lake County Jails. The successful candidate will provide high-quality instruction, support student learning, and maintain a positive classroom environment. The position places significant emphasis on teaching, evaluating student progress, helping students develop employability skills, and assistance with job placement, college, or technical program enrollment.

RREQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in education or related field.
• Office Skills: Microsoft Office Suite (i.e., Power Point, Word, Outlook, Excel, etc.) as well as the ability to use other computer software
• Experience in adult education or related field, preferred.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with jail staff.
• Ability to manage deadlines and work in a team-oriented environment.
• Commitment to using technology in the teaching and learning process and staying current with instructional technologies.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

·         Plan, teach and evaluate student work, and provide instruction.

·         Deliver contextualized Integrated Education and Training (IET) programming, combining adult basic skills with workforce development.

·         Assist students with resumes and job applications.

·         Administer and interpret scores on HiSET and TABE exams for student placement and instruction.

·         Organize and maintain confidential program and student files and report documentation, including maintaining correct student sign-in sheets.

·         Work with corrections staff to develop a program that supports students' progression.

·         Perform other duties as assigned by Program Director.

SALARY AND EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION

Commensurate with experience, education, and training

APPLICATION PROCESS

Application Procedure:

Applications can be downloaded from https://tcatnorthwest.edu/about/jobs-and-employment. Send completed application, cover letter, resume, and transcripts to:

Latia Smith TCAT Northwest 340 Washington Street Newbern, TN 38059 latia.smith@tcatnorthwest.edu

Tennessee College of Applied Technology Northwest

Latia Smith, HR

Email: latia.smith@tcatnorthwest.edu

Deadline: Position is open until filled. Applications will be reviewed immediately.

EMPLOYMENT DOCUMENTS AND ELIGIBILITY

Current federal law requires identification and employment eligibility verification prior to employment. Only U.S. citizens and aliens authorized to work in the United States may be employed. A criminal and/or financial background check will be required for the applicant selected.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

TCAT Northwest does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex, disability, age, status as a covered veteran, or genetic information in its programs and activities. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies: Dr. Karita Orr, TCAT Northwest, 340 Washington Street, Newbern, TN 38059, 731-627-2511, karita.orr@tcatnorthwest.edu.