LSCPA GED Prep Course Instructor

Lamar State College-Port Arthur; Port Acres (TX); On-site; USD 27,552 - 41,328; Part time

Job summary

Lamar State College-Port Arthur is hiring a part-time GED Prep Course Instructor in Livingston, Texas. This role involves preparing students for the GED test, covering subjects like mathematics, science, social studies, and language arts. Applicants must have a Bachelor’s degree and five years of teaching experience, with proficiency in Microsoft Office. Fluency in English and Spanish is preferred. The position requires effective communication and time management skills, and involves 19.50 hours of work per week.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in education or related field.
• Five years of teaching experience, K-12 or higher.
• Ability to work independently in the classroom.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver lessons for GED preparation.
• Monitor and provide feedback on student progress.
• Assist students with study habits and test strategies.
• Proctor GED practice tests and implement study groups.
• Update lesson plans based on changes to the GED test.
• Keep accurate records of student attendance and progress.

Skills

Teaching

Communication

Time Management

Proficiency in Microsoft Word

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint

Bilingual (English and Spanish)

Education

Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university

Job description

Lamar State College Port Arthur is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including and as it pertains to pregnancy and wages), national origin, disability, age, genetic information, protected veteran status, and/or retaliation.

If you have questions, please email the Human Resources department at [e-mail] or call 409-984-6560.

LSCPA’s Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is provided in compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (20 USC § 1092(f), 34 CFR 668.46).

Job Summary

The GED Prep Course Instructor has responsibilities that include, but are not limited to, preparing students for the General Education Development (GED) test, which is equivalent to a high school diploma. The GED Prep Instructor provides instruction in various subjects including mathematics, science, social studies, and language arts. This position is essential for helping students who have not completed high school to achieve their educational and career goals.
This is a part-time position in Livingston, Texas, at the Texas State University System Polk County Center.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver lessons on various subjects that are included in the GED test.
• Monitor students’ progress and provide constructive feedback, ensuring students are progressing appropriately through the curriculum.
• Assist students with developing strong study habits, test-taking strategies, and time management skills.
• Review and grade assignments, as appropriate, providing feedback to students to enhance their learning.
• Proctor GED practice tests to understand student progress towards goals, as well as implement study groups, as needed.
• Stay updated on changes to the GED test and adjust lesson plans accordingly.
• Keep accurate records of students’ attendance, progress, and grades.
• Comply with campus policies and procedures
• Other related duties, as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university
• Five (5) years of teaching experience, K-12 or higher
• Work independently in the classroom
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Possess time management and communication skills
• Valid driver’s license

Preferred Qualifications

• Fluent in English and Spanish

Supplemental Information

Work Hours: 19.50 hours per week
Physical Requirements: Duties may include standing, walking, bending, reaching, and occasional lifting or moving of equipment or materials up to 25 pounds. Visual and auditory acuity are required to ensure effective instruction and safe supervision of students in classroom and/or laboratory settings.

Lamar State College Port Arthur is an E-Verify Employer.

This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. Click here for the Security Sensitive Release Form located at the bottom of the page.