Part-time Basic Skills Instructor

UNAVAILABLE; Janesville (WI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Blackhawk Technical College seeks a qualified part-time Basic Skills instructor to teach Reading, Language, Math and/or Employability Skills across campus locations or outreach sites.

The role emphasizes student-centered instruction, assessment, and collaboration with Student Services, Learning Resources, and other departments to support diverse learners, alignment with GED best practices, and ongoing curriculum development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree in Education with emphasis in reading, language, or communication.
• Skill in communications and human relations with diverse populations.
• Proficiency in computer use and applications that support teaching and learning.
• Educational philosophy focused on student learning.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction for assigned classes.
• Engage in ongoing student learning assessment to determine effectiveness of instruction and curriculum.
• Create a classroom environment respectful of diversity and multiculturalism.
• Maintain accurate student records and reports as requested by administrative offices.
• Identify students needing assistance and refer to Student Services.
• Remain current on developments in teaching and GED content and use of best practices.
• Develop and update course curricula as needed to maintain relevance.
• Prepare and update course syllabi and work with other departments.
• Assist in enforcement of college regulations and report student conduct violations.
• Meet weekly office hours and fulfill duties to meet needs.
• Meet Wisconsin Technical College System professional development requirements.
• Create individualized GED educational plans based on students' needs.

Skills

Effective communication

Human relations

Computer literacy

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education (reading/language/communication)

Job description

Overview

Blackhawk Technical College is seeking a qualified candidate to provide part-time Basic Skills Instruction in Reading, Language, Math and/or Employability Skills within our Learning Support Division. Instruction could be at our any campus location or outreach sites.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction for assigned classes.
• Engage in ongoing student learning assessment to determine effectiveness of instruction and curriculum.
• Create a classroom environment that is respectful of diversity and demonstrates a commitment to multiculturalism.
• Maintain accurate student records and reports as requested by administrative offices.
• Identify students needing assistance and refer students to Student Services. Collaborate with Student Services and the Learning Resources staff members to help students adjust to the learning environment.
• Remain current on developments in the teaching field so that instruction is delivered for a variety of learning styles, uses the latest supportive technology and utilizes alternative delivery methods.
• Remain current on Best Practices on GED curriculum content in the discipline and use of continuous quality improvement techniques to update content and foster current evidence-based program assessment and improvement.
• Develop and update or revise course curriculum as needed to maintain program relevance.
• Prepare and update course syllabi (using BTC guidelines) for each course taught, and work cooperatively with members of other departments and programs in coordinating courses.
• Assist in the enforcement of college regulations and report student conduct violations to administration.
• Meet weekly office hours and other duties required to meet student, employer, and college needs.
• Learning Support Manager & Department Chair in other duties as assigned.
• Meet Wisconsin Technical College System professional development requirements through the Faculty Quality Assurance System.
• Create individualized GED educational plans based on each student’s needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree in Education with emphasis in reading, language, or communication.
• Skill in communications and human relations with populations having diverse socio-economic and racial backgrounds.
• Proficiency in computer use and applications which support teaching and learning.
• An educational philosophy which places the primary emphasis on student learning in the design, delivery, and evaluation of courses.