Community Education - Youth Programs Instructor

Parkland College; United States; On-site; USD 34,440 - 48,216; Part time

Job summary

Parkland College seeks a part-time Youth Programs Instructor for classes aimed at students ages 6-18. The role involves creating engaging lesson plans that challenge students in a hands-on learning environment.

A Bachelor's degree and two years of teaching experience are required. Applicants must show a passion for the subject and the ability to work with diverse backgrounds.

The position offers a flexible schedule to teach classes throughout the year.

Qualifications

• Two years of teaching experience or related field.
• Experience working with youth ages 6-18.
• Passion and proficiency in the subject area.

Responsibilities

• Submit lesson plans and course syllabus by deadline.
• Provide classroom instructions as per objectives.
• Maintain high standards in teaching.

Skills

Organizational skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Cultural awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Community Education - Youth Programs Instructor

Adjunct Faculty appointments located on Parkland College's Campus in Champaign, Illinois with a salary range of $25.00 - $35.00 commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Community Education provides a variety of youth courses for students, ages 6-18 years, in a relaxed, non‑graded environment on a part‑time, class‑by‑class basis throughout the year after school, a weekend or series of weekends. Courses should engage students in learning that will be challenging and offer a hands‑on experience.

Program Goals

• Provide hands‑on explorations in specialized fields such as science, math, language arts, computer science, technology, humanities, and fine arts.
• Provide challenging experiences and intellectual stimulation for students to develop their special interests.
• Build key skills for future success.
• Expose students to a learning atmosphere that will motivate them to achieve their highest potential.

Essential Job Functions

• Submit complete daily lesson plans, course syllabus, proposed supply list and budget by established deadline.
• Provide classroom instructions in accordance with stated objectives and established course outline.
• Commit to teach the entire class time.
• Patience when working with youth.
• Maintain high standard of teaching and learning in classroom.
• Perform all other related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree.
• Two (2) years' experience in education (teaching) or related field and/or teaching children ages six (6) through eighteen (18) years.
• Prospective new hires will successfully complete a post‑offer, pre‑employment criminal background check with fingerprinting. The background check review includes, but is not limited to, exclusionary offenses per the Illinois School Code and Title IV of the Higher Education Act.
• Demonstrated passion and proficiency in the proposed subject area.
• Provide classroom and/or online instruction to meet stated course objectives.
• Excellent organizational, verbal, and written communication. Professional attitude and ability to work with others.
• Ability to work with individuals from various backgrounds and demonstrate cultural awareness and sensitivity.
• Ability to commit to the full session for which they are applying. All classes are contingent upon meeting minimum enrollment.
• In an effort to comply with SURS return‑to‑work restrictions for employers (40 ILCS 5/15-139.5), candidates for employment at Parkland College must either not be a SURS annuitant or must be willing to suspend his/her SURS annuity upon employment. This applies to all SURS annuitants except those receiving their annuity under either the Self‑Managed Plan (SMP) or by lump sum payment.

Equal Opportunity Employer