Adult Education and Literacy Instructor/Coach-Remote
Adult Education and Literacy Instructor/Coach-Remote Northeast Iowa Community College 1 Positions ID: 87353 Posted On 02/10/2026 Refreshed On 04/30/2026 Job Overview To work as a member of the Adult Education and Literacy Team using contemporary, researched-based curriculum to build students’ academic skills to prepare them for the HiSET and/or learn English as a Second Language. Help students navigate the systems, services, resources, and training available to successfully facilitate a pathway to a career or further education. Assist the student in troubleshooting barriers through education and training, and work with the student to obtain employment or additional training. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS : Bachelor’s degree required. Experience teaching Adult Basic Education, high school equivalency (HSED) and/or ESOL classes, and developing and adapting curriculum to meet student needs is preferred. Bilingual and/or Spanish proficiency and experience working with a diverse student population is preferred. CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES : Must possess a valid driver’s license. The tasks listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional tasks related to the type of work of the class as necessary. Support and serve students as a college and career coach and instructor. Provide classroom HSED, ABE and ESOL for adult learners in face- to-face (and remote learning delivery method when necessary.) Assist students in completing orientation and registration processes. Work to develop relationship with students through intake information, discussion of potential barriers to success, and educational and career planning. Connect students to necessary educational resources, social services, workforce services, and other resources as appropriate to determine their next best step on their career pathway after completion of AEL program. Provide group/classroom style programming and/or workshops to improve student retention and success such as: study strategies, learning styles, career (soft skills), job seeking, resume building, interview skills, interview preparation, financial literacy, computer literacy, etc. in anticipation of a student’s successful completion of a program. Assist as needed with recruitment and outreach initiatives in the assigned area to raise community awareness of education/training opportunities available through NICC and community partners. Meet and communicate regularly with students to provide information and resources as they progress through their program of study. Facilitate a seamless transition for students moving into other NICC college programs and/or the workforce upon completion of their adult literacy goals. Work closely with faculty and other success coaches to identify students at high-risk of failure and intervene quickly by providing assistance. Communicate effectively with the supervisor about successes, issues, and barriers as they relate to the position and students. Know, understand and practice cultural sensitivity to immigrant, underrepresented and under-resourced populations in the community and at NICC. Attend training or conferences necessary to meet the duties and responsibilities of the position. Primary Contact 1725894511594 Nancy Creery , Human Resources Phone Phone Phone Fax [email protected] Email True True True Job Details Categories Education Location Dubuque, IA Job Type Employee Full/Part Part Time Pay/Salary $22.74/hour
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Retirement Plan Paid Vacation Paid Sick Leave Paid Holidays Tuition Reimbursement
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Northeast Iowa Community College (NICC) serves the transfer, career and technical education needs of our region' residents, businesses and industries in a district area that encompasses eight counties and approximately 5,000 sq. miles. More than 28,400 students enroll in Business and Community Solutions courses and academic certificate, diploma and degree programs Apply tot his job Apply To this Job