IEL Instructor

Lake Land College; Mattoon (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Lake Land College in Mattoon, Illinois seeks an instructor for Intensive English Language courses. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in a related field and a commitment to fostering student retention and success.

Instructors are responsible for preparing instructional materials, delivering high-quality instruction, and maintaining accurate student records. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are essential. Join us in promoting a positive and adaptive learning environment!

Qualifications

• Ability to adapt instruction to various academic levels and learning styles.
• Demonstrates commitment to student retention and success.
• Maintains professional credentials required to teach.

Responsibilities

• Teach Intensive English Language courses as assigned.
• Prepare instructional materials and evaluate student performance.
• Advise and assist students in achieving their goals.

Skills

Interpersonal communication skills

Written communication skills

Instructional technology expertise

Education

Bachelor's Degree in a related field

Job description

Description

Responsible for teaching Intensive English Language courses as assigned by the respective division chair. All instructors are expected to demonstrate a mastery of the subject matter and a commitment to teaching and learning with a focus upon student retention and success.

Description of Essential Functions (critical tasks)

• Essential Job observes, supports, and enforces the regulations policies and programs of Lake Land College; adheres to the procedures outlined in the Adjunct Faculty Handbook.
• Prepares instructional materials including a course syllabus using the Lake Land College syllabus template; follows College approved course outlines; evaluates and assesses student performance.
• Prepares and delivers instruction to students in modalities assigned by the division chair and approved by the Vice President for Academic Services.
• Submits required documentation including student midterm attendance rosters final course grades and other information as requested or required by the division chair; maintains accurate scholastic student records.
• Is available to students and considers the general and special needs of each student; responds to student inquiries in a timely manner; advises counsels and assists students in accomplishing their course and program goals.
• Remains current with content technology and instructional methods and strategies in the discipline.
• Demonstrates an understanding of the community college philosophy including its unique ties to the workforce and the district.
• Collaborates with program coordinators or other faculty members to facilitate achievement of course goals and objectives.
• Maintains regular communication with division chair especially with regard to absences and/or cancelling class.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by the division chair.

Specific Functional Job Requirements

Education Requirements:

• Bachelors Degree in a related field

Experience Requirements:

Knowledge: Demonstrates ability to learn the Lake Land College information systems and processes; maintains all professional credentials required to teach in area of discipline.

Skills: Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills, ability to adapt instruction to various academic levels and learning styles, superior command of the English language, expertise with instructional technology.

Personal Requirements: Open minded, innovative, enthusiastic, positive attitude, and adaptive to new teaching technologies.