Corporate Trainer, Level 1 - Language /ESL&Foreign Languages (Pool Requisition)

Houston Community College; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Houston Community College is seeking a Corporate Trainer Language (ESL and Foreign Languages) to provide soft-skills training to corporate clients on an on-call basis. The role focuses on leadership, management, supervisory and customer service skills, delivered in one- to three-day formats at client sites, online, or at HCC facilities.

You will assess client needs with Corporate College staff, develop customized training, and continuously update content and methods to stay current and effective

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a specialized area.
• Level 1 certifications in leadership, customer service preferred.
• Non-certified candidates must be willing to be trained/certified upon employment.
• 3 years of corporate training/subject-related industry experience required.
• Experience in community college, university teaching, or corporate training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide training and/or consulting to corporate clients as needed.
• Assess training needs for clients in conjunction with Corporate College staff.
• Customize training content and format to fit client’s objectives.
• Provide instruction in soft skills such as leadership and customer service.
• Deliver training in 1–3 day classroom formats with relevant materials.
• Update and revise course content and teaching methodologies to maintain currency.

Skills

Soft-skills training

Leadership

Customer service

Curriculum development

Adult learning

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Certifications preferred

Job description

We are currently seeking a Corporate Trainer Language (ESL and Foreign Languages), who will advance the institution’s proud tradition of excellence in academics, student life and community service.

HCC’s Corporate College: HCC is responsive to community needs and driving local economic development. A chief component of this is providing customized business/industry instruction with on-site workforce training. HCC’s Corporate College provides solutions that are high-quality, competitively priced and relevant. Classes can be scheduled during the day, at night or on the weekend; at the client’s worksite, online or at one of our world-class facilities.

Your mission:We’ll count on you to provide soft-skills training to corporate clients on an on-call basis.

Your work: First, you’ll assess the client’s business training needs in conjunction with Corporate College staff. Second, based on the information gleaned, you’ll develop and deliver the training in one- to three-day classroom formats, using texts, handouts, class exercises and/or assessment tools.

In this role, you’ll actively seek ways to improve instruction as you continue to update and revise course content and teaching methodology to maintain relevancy.

SUMMARY
Provide soft skills training to corporate clients on an on-call basis, particularly in the areas of leadership, management, supervisory, and customer service skills and other human resource issues.
Deliver training based on client’s needs and objectives.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide training and/or consulting to corporate clients as needed.
• Assess training needs for clients in conjunction with Corporate College staff.
• Customize training content and format to fit client’s objectives.
• Provide instruction to clients in the areas of soft skills, such as leadership, supervisory skills, human resource issues, etc.
• Deliver training in 1 day to 3 day classroom formats, using relevant training materials such as texts, handouts, class exercises or assessment tools.
• Continue to update and revise course content and teaching methodology in order to maintain currency and relevance.
• Maintain familiarity with current texts, materials, teaching aids and techniques relative to courses within the discipline and recommend their adoption when appropriate.
• Actively seek ways to improve instruction.
• Attend scheduled meetings with client and Corporate College as requested including Adjunct Faculty Orientation.
• Maintain accurate records, including class schedules, student rosters, 3-day attendance and grade rosters.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. The qualifications listed below are representative of the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.

EDUCATION

Bachelor’s degree in a specialized area
Level 1: Certifications in courses (Leadership, Customer Service, etc) is preferred
Non-certified candidates must be willing to be trained/certified upon employment

EXPERIENCE

Level 1: 3 years of demonstrated, corporate training/subject-related industry/technical experience is required.
3 years experience working in a community college, university teaching, or corporate training experience preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge and experience in the discipline of management, human resources, curriculum development, etc with the ability to encourage clients to use critical thinking and problem solving skills
• Knowledge of learning theory-motivational, perceptual, and emotional forces present in the learning process and the conditions which affect individual learning and change
• Knowledge of theories of leadership-alternative techniques and styles for guiding, motivation, and directing individuals under various situational conditions to achieve effective performance
• Knowledge of current developments in related fields of specialization with the ability to keep up-to-date on changes in policies and procedures to maintain current working knowledge
• Able to use current technology
• Able to contribute and present innovative ideas for new curricula and programs that combine traditional schedules with new demands from industry schedules
• Able to demonstrate consideration of others
• Able to speak, read and write the English language effectively
• Able to clearly and effectively present ideas in discussion and oral presentations
• Able to meet deadlines for reports and other required paper work
• Able to customize training content and format to fit client’s objectives
• Able to produce professional quality handouts and presentations
• Excellent presentation and interpersonal skills with demonstrated proficiency in both oral and written communication
• Must be comfortable training in a corporate environment with the ability to interact professionally with corporate clients

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by their supervisor.
This job description may be revised upon development of other duties and changes in responsibilities.

The Organization

Houston City College (HCC) is composed of 14 Centers of Excellence and numerous satellite centers that serve the diverse communities in the Greater Houston area by preparing individuals to live and work in an increasingly international and technological society.
HCC is one of the country’s largest singly‑accredited, open‑admission, community colleges offering associate degrees, certificates, workforce training, and lifelong learning opportunities.

The Team

Play a central role at HCC as you keep our everyday operations running like clockwork. You’ll get the chance to make things happen and work closely with inspiring leaders across different parts of the institution. Whether your role is supportive, administrative, financial or something else, you’ll be part of a dynamic team that not only provides HCC students with cutting‑edge academic and career tools, it also takes care of its people.

Location

Houston is a city with limitless possibilities:

• Fourth‑largest city in the U.S. and home to 54 Fortune 500 companies, second only to New York City’s 55.
• Approximately 145 languages are spoken here.
• Overall after‑taxes living costs are 5.6 percent below the average for all 308 urban areas recently surveyed.
• Houston is a major‑league sports town, and don’t forget the annual Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo.
• The weather is great! Mild winters ensure that outdoor activities can be enjoyed year-round.
• World‑renowned medical care. The Houston metro area has long been known for its first‑rate health care system, with many Houston area hospitals consistently ranking among the nation’s top institutions.
• With over 150 museums and cultural institutions in the Greater Houston area, museums are a large part of Houston’s cultural scene.
• Houston is the Culture & Culinary Capital of Texas with more than 7,500 restaurants and eating establishments covering 60+ cuisines.

EEO Statement

Houston City College does not discriminate on the bases of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation or veteran’s status. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non‑discrimination policies:

Sandra B. Jacobson, J.D., M.Ed., SHRM‑SCP, Interim Director of EEO and Compliance & Title IX Coordinator

Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX

PO Box 667517

Houston, TX 77266

713.718.8271 or [e-mail]

HCC values its employees and their contributions, promotes opportunities for their professional growth and development, and provides a positive working and learning environment that encourages involvement, innovation and creativity.

Individuals with disabilities, who require special accommodations to interview, should contact (713) 718‑8565.