Instructor/Counselor - College Readiness in Reading and Writing
Tarrant County College District
Fort Worth, TX
Full-time
Education
Posted on April 9, 2024
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Position Information
Job Title
Instructor/Counselor - College Readiness in Reading and Writing
Posting Number
F005671
Position Status
Full Time
Assignment Length
This field only applies to Faculty
Grant Funded
No
Category
APT
Class Code
16
Starting Pay
Commensurate with education and experience
Special Note
Location
Southeast
Department
SE Reading
Job Summary
Develop foundational skills in Math, Reading and/or Writing for Adult Education students. To facilitate students in their learning process by utilizing all appropriate College resources, materials, facilities, and educational technologies available to complement the teaching and learning process and provide instruction in workforce education subjects that positively impact job-seeking/job skills.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
Essential Performance Requirements*
• Accepts and teaches classes based on varied schedules (morning, afternoon, evening and weekends) to accommodate diverse student needs and external stakeholders' expectations of College as assigned by designated supervisor
• Assesses students using the Test of Adult Basic Education (TABE), Career Occupational Preference System (COPES), Basic Education Skills Test (BEST) or other instruments as deemed appropriate for workforce development activities for Community Campus programs on campuses and at community-based sites
• Aids in the development of curricula, including individual course syllabi as assigned
• Actively pursues and participates in professional development activities to enhance skills in various modes of instruction and knowledge of learning
• Works with colleagues to select appropriate textbooks and computerized resources for departmental adoptions, and abides by departmental decisions for textbooks and computerized resources
• May compile bibliographies of specialized materials for outside reading assignments
• Designs and maintains an active classroom environment conducive to student learning and success
• Coordinates with academic instructors and implements the training component for workforce education training that will impact student's job-getting/job-seeking skills
• Advises students on career based on assessments and makes appropriate referrals to college training programs, both credit and non-credit
• Maintains accurate record keeping concerning students in accordance with established procedures for the college and/or funding entities
• Attends the workplace regularly, reports to work punctually and follows a work schedule to keep up with the demands of the worksite
• Completes all required training and professional development sessions sponsored through the Tarrant County College (TCC) Institute
• Supports the values of the College: diversity, teaching excellence, student success, innovation and creativity and service to the College
• Supports the mission, values and 3 goals and 8 principles of the College
*Performs Other Related Tasks as Required
The duties listed are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.
Required Minimum Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university with a major or minor in Mathematics, Mathematics Education, English, Reading or in a related field such as Education or Development Education
• One (1) year of experience in counseling, employment and training or career development with college, county, or state workforce development entities
Preferred Qualifications
• Master's degree in Math, Math Education, English, Reading, Writing or Education
• Current or past teaching certified in related field
• Experience teaching entry level students
• Strong background in multiculturalism, diversity, and equity
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• Capable of managing a detailed record-keeping system for internal and external accountability
• Knowledgeable of workforce development services for special populations
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, particularly a strong ability to communicate with individuals from various socio-economic and ethnic backgrounds
• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with students, staff and community partners.
• Ability to travel to various work sites and programs sites
• Experience with computerized systems
• Proficiency with word processing, spreadsheet and presentation software
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills
Accommodations
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.
Special Instructions Summary
This position supports the Department of Academic Foundations and provides Writing and Reading instruction to prepare students for Undergraduate English courses. Preferred candidates would have a BA, and preferably an MA, in ENGL with ESL/ESOL.
Posted
09/08/2023
Posting Contact Summary
Should you have questions specific to this position please contact the following individual
Contact
Jerry Coats
*
jerry.coats@tccd.edu
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume / Curriculum Vitae
- Unofficial Transcripts
- Cover Letter
- Certification / License
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Please select the highest level of education you have completed.
- High School Diploma / GED
- 60 or more College Credit Hours
- Associate's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree
- Doctorate Degree
- None of the above
- * Do you have a Bachelor's degree (or higher) from a regionally accredited college or university with a major or minor in Mathematics, Mathematics Education, English, Reading or in a related field such as Education, Development Education?
- Yes
- No
- * Please list any certification or licensure you have that is directly related to this position.
(Open Ended Question) - * How many years of experience do you have in counseling, employment and training or career development with college, county, or state workforce development entities?
- Less than 1 year of experience
- 1 year of experience
- 2 years of experience
- 3 years of experience
- 4 years of experience
- 5 or more years of experience
- * Please describe your experience (responses are used to determine eligibility).
(Open Ended Question) - * How many years of teaching experience do you have?
- None
- Less than 1 year of experience
- 1 year of experience
- 2 years of experience
- 3 years of experience
- 4 years of experience
- 5 or more years of experience
- * How would you rate your level of experience using word processing, spreadsheet and presentation software (i.e. Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint)?
- Advanced
- Intermediate
- Beginner
- None
- * How would you rate your experience with web-based software?
- Advanced
- Intermediate
- Beginner
- None
- * How long have you been in your current role with TCC?
- Less than 6 months
- More than 6 months
- I am not a current TCC employee
- I am a current TCC student employee
