POSITION AVAILABLE
Online Instructor and Distance Learning Coordinator…
Adult Academic Program, Crystal Learning Center
Salary based on Appendix E of the Teacher Collective Bargaining Agreement
Reports to the Adult Basic Education Program Director
40 hours per week, on site daily, evening hours may be remote
Example Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 2:30 pm (including a 30 minute unpaid lunch break) and Monday / Wednesday 3:45 pm – 8:45 pm.
Additional summer hours may be possible based on budget and program needs.
SUMMARY
Under general supervision, this position is part of the Adult Academic Program (AAP) administrative team, reports to the AAP Director, and collaborates closely with program staff and instructors to develop and implement online instruction and distance learning opportunities for English Language and Adult Basic Education Learners. Additionally, to create and maintain learner enrollment, progress tracking, and reporting.
GOAL
Expand programming to include accessible, high-quality fully online and distance learning opportunities for Adult Learners.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class. Employees are required to be in attendance and prepared to begin work at their assigned work location on the specified days and hours. Factors such as regular attendance at the job are not routinely listed in job descriptions, but are an essential function. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Develop and teaches online classes for Adult English Language Learners, GED students
• Collaborate with Teachers and program administration to enroll learners in and facilitate Distance Learning courses
• Implement best practices of online and adult language teaching
• Train existing and new teachers in technological integration
• Implement program curriculum and additional activities appropriate to learners’ level and goals
• Master skills and content required for successful online and culturally relevant teaching
• Administer pre and post testing according to schedule
• Assistsin organizing and publicizing accessible, integrated instructional service for adults in accordance with the Minnesota Department of Education plan for adult basic education.
• Assists adult learners in developing and fulfilling appropriate learning plans (Personal Education Plan).
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education, Training and Experience Guidelines
Valid MN teaching license (K12 or ABE) bachelor’s or master’s degree in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL), applied linguistics, or bilingual education. Certification in one of the following areas is preferred: Educational technology, ESL, ABE, English, foreign language, or reading.
Knowledge of:
• Comfortable with basic DL standards, CCRS, curriculum writing, and ABE instruction
• Experience working with online learning platforms, and with students with low digital literacy skills
• Experience with teaching, preferably adults
• Experienced and comfortable with a diverse range of native-speaking and ELL students
• Applicable policies, procedures and regulations covering specific areas of assignment.
• Personal computers utilizing Adult Academic platforms, and specialized in word, excel and other Microsoft office applications
• Comfortable using technology to organize and deliver school programs and services.
• Principles of record keeping and records management.
• Methods and techniques for working with students and adults with disabilities and special needs.
• Culturally competent communication skills to build authentic relationships with constituents
Skill in:
• Using initiative and independent judgment within established procedural guidelines.
• Administering educational and school support programs.
• Identifying problems and opportunities, and developing solutions.
• Assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects and demands.
• Providing effective customer service, and dealing tactfully and courteously with the public.
• Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with co-workers, clients and community agencies.
• Digitally literate/competent and confident troubleshooting DL platforms and computer issues
• Ability to create, learn, adapt, and improve systems
• Effective verbal and written communication.
LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
A valid Minnesota State Driver’s License may be required. First Aid, CPR, and AED training is required within one year of hire. Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) training may be required within one year of hire, based on assignment.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT
Work is performed in a classroom and a general office environment, with moderate physical requirements; requires occasionally lifting such articles as file boxes or heavier materials with help from others and/or lifting and carrying light objects frequently. Jobs in this category may require walking or standing to a significant degree, long periods of working with computers, and working within the community. Must be able to lift 40 pounds.
NOTE: Final candidates may be invited to interview with a committee. Final appointment to this position will be contingent upon passing a criminal background check.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
Apply on-line at www.applitrack.com/rdale/onlineapp
Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the qualifications as described in a job description.
We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. We would encourage you to apply, even if you don’t believe you meet every one of our qualifications described.
Equity is one of District 281 core values and is essential to our goal of putting children first to ensure college and career readiness. A diverse workforce fuels innovation and allows us to better understand, communicate with, and educate our students. District 281 will not deny anyone the opportunity for training or employment because of sex, race, religion, color, creed, national origin, marital status, age, sexual preference, disability, or status with regard to public assistance.
Anh Tran
Human Resources Program Director
4148 Winnetka Avenue North
New Hope, MN 55427
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