Job Summary

The Lead Instructor provides instruction for High School Equivalency (HSE) Tests (i.e., GED and HiSET) in the academic areas of language arts, mathematics, science, and social studies for students at WGTC. The full-time instructor also provides first level support to all instructors and staff on the site Adult Education Program and ensures compliance with all policies and procedures.

Major Duties

• Provide standards-based instruction for High School Equivalency (HSE) Tests (i.e., GED and HiSET) in the academic areas of language arts, mathematics, science, and social studies.
• Teach classes in a face-to-face and online format via Blackboard (70%)
• Provide first level support to all instructors and staff in the Adult Education program on the Newnan campus.
• Complete and maintain appropriate attendance and assessment records and ensure timely submission.
• Engage in recruitment and retention activities.
• Ensures compliance with all policies and procedures.
• Participate in required professional development and training for the position.
• Coordinate and provide appropriate student referrals for workforce training, wrap around service, HSE credential scholarships and testing and transition services.
• Review incoming student assessment results to accurately assign to appropriate classes based on skill level and learning needs.
• Support the mission and vision of the college, program and TCSG
• Other duties as assigned.

Competencies

• Knowledge of Adult Education rules, policies and procedures
• Skill in classroom instruction
• Oral and written communication skills
• Skill in the operation of computers and job-related software programs
• Skill in interpersonal relations and in dealing with the public
• Decision making and problem-solving skills
• Ability to handle multiple tasks at once and prioritize workload

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• Experience teaching adults basic academic skills (reading, math, writing) in a formal educational setting and/or teaching experience in middle, secondary, adult or post-secondary education.

Preferred Qualifications

• Teaching experience in adult education within the last two years.
• Advanced degree in content areas of reading, math, English, curriculum and instruction, adult education, or special education.
• Familiarity with the College and Career Standards.

Salary/Benefits/Hours:

Salary is $46,700 this is a full-time position. The successful candidate must be available to teach a combination of daytime and evening classes as scheduled.

Benefits include paid state holidays, vacation and sick leave, retirement, and the State of Georgia Flexible Benefits Program.

Start Date:

Tentative start date April 1, 2025.