Instructor, HSE

Reporting to the HSE Program Director, the HSE Instructor is responsible for the High School Equivalency (HSE) preparatory program and providing tutorial services for students seeking their HSE at American Career College Educational Foundation. The incumbent evaluates, plans and establishes individualized study strategies and HSE curriculum for the student as an aid in the learning and comprehension of course material.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities:

Conducts daily lecture and tutoring sessions in writing, math, reading, social studies and science for prospective students. Ensures the completion of timely progress and planning reviews for each HSE student and maintains comprehensive records pertaining to the progress of each student.Manages and instructs HSE students in group sessions in content specific areas of the HSE examination.Provides individualized tutoring and/or remedial instruction.Observes and evaluates students' work to determine progress, provide feedback and make suggestions for improvement for the purpose of establishing and maintaining high student success rates for participants in the HSE program.Presents lectures and conducts discussions to increase students' knowledge and competence, utilizing visual aids such as graphs, power points and/or classroom response systems (i.e. clickers).Administers standardized oral, written or performance tests in order to measure progress and to evaluate learning effectiveness based on HSE requirements.Develops and plans course content and methods of instruction.Explains state certificates and assists individuals in obtaining a state HSE certificate.Counsels students who have failed the HSE examinations and advises them of alternatives.In conjunction with the assistance of the HSE coordinator, maintains all required program records, tests, logs, reports and other applicable documentation and compiles reports as needed utilizing various databases and programs such as, but not limited to: Campus Vue, CRM and Department of Education website.Refers students to other College personnel/Departments as needed.Maintains attendance records of students enrolled in HSE exam preparation.Follows up with students and faculty to ensure appropriate attendance.Provides academic assistance, study strategies to develop an individualized tutoring plan that fits students' individual academic needs and development.Maintains confidential records on each student tutored including follow-up and periodic assessments.Motivates and develops each student's self-confidence and anxiety or fear of failure in academic work, and helps maintain each student's positive attitude.May substitute for other instructors within the HSE program in cases of an absence.Maintains established department policies, procedures and attends in-services and other required meetings.Maintains confidentiality of all student, associate, and/or college information as required.May perform other duties as assigned. Minimum & Preferred Qualifications: Required: Associate's degree in related field required Preferred: Bachelor's degree in related field preferred. Experience & Skills: Required: One (1) year of previous relevant tutoring experience required.Knowledgeable of local, State and Federal HSE regulations and testing procedures.Knowledge of General Education curriculum (high school). Knowledge of basic arithmetic and proper English usage, spelling, grammar, punctuation, and sentence structure.Knowledge of various data management systems (i.e., Campus Vue, CRM, McGraw Hill).Knowledge of test administration procedures.Experience with MS OfficeAbility to understand, interpret and apply testing scoring methods and procedures.Ability to demonstrate interest and enthusiasm for teaching and tutoring.Ability to demonstrate excellent organizational skills; follow through and attention to detail; and meet deadlines.Ability to work independently with light supervision.Ability to exercise good customer service skills.Ability to demonstrate strong professional verbal communication and interpersonal skills.Ability to work effectively in a highly ethnic and culturally diverse student and associate community.Willingness to work a flexible schedule that includes evenings and weekends. May also need to work various locations in a single workday.Ability to exercise good judgment.Bilingual skills (Spanish) may be required based upon work assignment. Preferred: Two (2) to three (3) years of previous experience in teaching (blended learning), training, counseling, or testing environment preferred.

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