Posting Details
Position Title | GED/High School Equivalency Instructor, Part-Time (non-credit) |
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Requisition Number | FAC00272 |
General Description |
Community College of Philadelphia is an open-admission, associate-degree-granting institution which provides access to higher education for all who may benefit. Its programs of study in the liberal arts and sciences, career technologies, and basic academic skills provide a coherent foundation for college transfer, employment and lifelong learning. The College serves Philadelphia by preparing its students to be informed and concerned citizens, active participants in the cultural life of the city, and enabled to meet the changing needs of business, industry and the professions. The High School Equivalency test preparation program is responsible for preparing student to take and pass the GED and/or HiSET exams of high school equivalency and career and college readiness. The Instructor of this part-time, non-credit course will effectively teach curriculum that is aligned with the GED and HiSET standards (based on National Common Core Standards) in test content areas of language arts, reading, writing, science, social studies, and mathematics. The Division of Access & Community Engagement (DACE) High School Equivalency test preparation program invites applications for part-time GED Instructors for the 2018-2019 academic year. |
Specific Responsibilities |
• Participate in a collaborative and dynamic instructional program model to include involvement in the development of curriculum, syllabi and lesson plans appropriately aligned with the GED and HiSET exams. • Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects and effectively communicate those objectives to students. • Foster the development of critical thinking and problem solving skills through instruction and in-class student interactions. • Provide students with the necessary resources and materials to help them understand and master the course content. • Demonstrate knowledge of and commitment to integrate technology in the delivery of instruction to enhance and improve student learning outcomes. • Demonstrate knowledge of and ability to teach adult and non-traditional students the high school equivalency content areas through proven-successful contextualized and accelerated approaches focusing on college and career readiness. • Demonstrate ability to document and assess student progress toward mastery of standards, punctual attendance, etc., providing consistent and ongoing feedback to students of their progress. • Participate in on-going professional development to enhance skills, instructional performance and resources to meet the needs of students and the program. • Deliver instruction through various modes to engage diverse learning styles and preferences (including but not limited to; computer-assisted, web-based, self-paced, distance and hybrid, small group, learning communities, contextualized learning, hands-on activities, peer review, on-line linkages to and examples from the workplace and career pathways). • Other duties as assigned. |
Minimum Qualifications |
• Bachelor’s Degree in Education or Adult Education required. Any and all degree(s) must be from a regionally accredited institution of higher learning. • At least one year of successful teaching experience (student teaching/practicum experience included) required. • Demonstrated proficiency in the use of technology, including Microsoft Office Suite applications (such as Word and PowerPoint), email and the internet for instruction and program purposes required. |
Preferred Qualifications |
• Master’s Degree in Education or Adult Education preferred. • Relevant instructional certification in a core literacy or mathematics content area preferred. • Experience working with adult and non-traditional student populations preferred. • Knowledge of and experience in using the Danielson Instructional Framework preferred. |
Work Location | Main Campus |
Benefits | |
Special Instructions to Applicants |
• Interested persons should complete an online application. • Cover letter of interest and CV/resume REQUIRED. • Names and contact information of 3 professional referenced REQUIRED. • Employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of background checks in accordance with the Pennsylvania Child Protective Services Law. • Must be legally eligible to work in the U.S. Community College of Philadelphia is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. |
Salary Grade or Rank | Adjunct |
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Position Type | Faculty |
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Employment Status | Part-Time |
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Do you have a Bachelor’s Degree in Education or Adult Education?
- Yes
- No
- * Do you have at least one year of successful teaching experience, including student teaching/practicum experience?
- Yes
- No
- * Do you have a Master’s Degree in Education or Adult Education?
- Yes
- No
- * Do you have relevant instructional certification in a core literacy or mathematics content area?
- Yes
- No
- * Do you have experience working with adult and non-traditional student populations?
- Yes
- No
- * Do you have knowledge of and experience in using the Danielson Instructional Framework?
- Yes
- No
- * How did you first learn about this employment opportunity?
- Community College of Philadelphia Website
- Careerbuilder.com
- HigherEdJobs.com
- The Chronicle
- Job Fair
- Indeed.com
- HireVeterans.com
- HERC - Higher Education Recruitment Consortium
- CCP - Faculty Recruiting Event
- Other
- * If your answer to the above question is Other, please note the source below. If this question does not apply to you, enter N/A.
(Open Ended Question)
Documents Needed to Apply
- Resume
- Cover Letter/Letter of Application
- References
Optional Documents
- Letters of Recommendation
- Other Document ( See Special Instructions to Applicant)
- Curriculum Vitae
- Teaching Philosophy
- Writing Sample
- Unofficial Transcripts