Compensation: $25.75 per hour This position is 10–20 hours per week, with evening hours varying between 4:30–8:30 p.m., Monday–Friday. Compensation Type: Non-Exempt Employment Type: Temporary (Fixed Term) Grade: NE15 Position Summary The Part-Time Adult Education IET Instructor supports adult learners in an integrated education and training (IET) model in collaboration with a medical assistant content expert. The instructor provides academic instruction in reading, writing, and math, including high school equivalency preparation, to support student success in the medical assistant program. MAJOR DUTIES Instruct adult education courses in all academic areas such as reading, writing, science, social studies, math, and English language development. Use teaching strategies that yield significant positive outcomes. Integrate experiential learning and practical applications for a deep understanding. Design courses in alignment with adult brain functionality, based on neuroscience principles. Incorporate techniques that maximize memory, attention, and cognitive load management. Recognize and respond to signs of trauma in adult learners, understanding its potential impact on learning. Foster a safe and supportive classroom atmosphere, ensuring that students feel respected, acknowledged, and understood. Implement teaching strategies and classroom management techniques that minimize potential triggers. Provide resources or referrals for students in need of further emotional or psychological support. Prepare lessons with neuroscience principles, workforce relevance, and trauma-informed considerations in mind. Teach skills vital for the modern workforce, including both hard and soft skills. Liaise with local industries to tailor curriculum according to job demands. Guide students in resume building, interview techniques, and job placement. Evaluate learners' educational needs, goals, and career aspirations. Create learning plans that also consider each student's emotional and psychological well-being. Deliver content across varied subjects, relating academic knowledge to real-world applications, while ensuring a trauma-aware classroom setting. Provide targeted academic and emotional support to students. Monitor and proactively support students, anticipating both academic and emotional challenges. Monitor students' progress, offering feedback that's sensitive to their cognitive and emotional states. Cultivate a trauma-informed classroom that upholds safety, respect, and inclusivity. Perform other duties as assigned. KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION Knowledge of adult education principles and practices. Knowledge of the characteristics of adult learners. Knowledge of effective teaching strategies and andragogy. Knowledge of available community resources. Knowledge of state, federal, and publishers testing policies and standards. Knowledge of federal, state and institutional reporting requirements. Knowledge of college policies and procedures. Knowledge of testing principles. Skill in the provision of advisement and coaching to adult education students. Skill in the operation of computers and job-related software programs. Skill in decision making and problem solving. Skill in interpersonal relations and in dealing with the public. Skill in oral and written communication. Skill in working effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community. SUPERVISORY CONTROLS The Director assigns work in terms of general instructions. The supervisor spot-checks completed work for compliance with procedures, accuracy, and the nature and propriety of the final results. GUIDELINES Guidelines include New Mexico Higher Education Department guidelines, National Reporting System guidelines, Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act standards, test publishers’ guidelines, and college and program policies and procedures. These guidelines require are generally clear and specific, but may require some interpretation in application. COMPLEXITY/SCOPE OF WORK The work consists of varied duties in providing instruction, onboarding, and advising, and coaching services and support to adult education students and program. The necessity of providing instructional practices with variety of student needs contribute to the complexity of the position, as do strict state and federal regulations. The purpose of this position is to provide leadership, instruction, advising services for adult education students. Success in this position results in the efficient and effective provisions of programming to students. CONTACTS Contacts are typically with co-workers, other college personnel, representatives of the New Mexico Higher Education Department, representatives of social service agencies, high school principals and counselors, students, and members of the general public. Contacts are typically to give or exchange information, to resolve problems, or to provide services. PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ WORK ENVIRONMENT The work is typically performed while sitting at a desk or table or while intermittently sitting, standing or stooping. The employee frequently lifts light and occasionally heavy objects. The work is typically performed in an office. SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY None. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge and/or experience level of competency commonly associated with the completion of a baccalaureate degree in a course of study related to the occupational field. Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position, usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/ internship or having had a similar position for one to two years. Experience with traditional face-to-face, hybrid and online courses and the ability to use San Juan College’s Learning Management System (Canvas & Google Classroom) as well as technology-enhanced curriculum. Access to home internet, a personal computer, and telephone is required. EEO STATEMENT: San Juan College is dedicated to providing equal employment and educational opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, genetic, veteran's status, or on the basis of any other category protected under federal, state and local laws. San Juan College serves as a regional leader in education and provides quality education to approximately 10,000 students seeking academic credit and non-credit programs through face-to-face and online classes each year. San Juan College is proud to serve a unique and culturally diverse population. Nestled in the northwest corner of New Mexico, Farmington is the hub of the Four Corners region and is home to the stunning main campus and four satellite centers of San Juan College. Farmington is located one hour south of Durango, Colorado, three hours northwest of Santa Fe and Albuquerque, and three hours southeast of Moab, Utah. Along with the phenomenal weather, Farmington offers over 50 beautifully maintained city parks and thousands of acres of terrain, enough to satisfy any outdoor enthusiast. Enjoy mountain biking, hiking, boating, skiing, off-roading and more, or spend time at any of our three rivers and four lakes. Farmington also boasts a superb variety of special cultural events, museums, galleries, and local theater group events year-round. Learn more about the Farmington area by clicking here. As a Platinum Family Friendly New Mexico Business, San Juan College is dedicated to maintaining a workplace with policies that allow employees and their families to thrive. We want you to achieve a fulfilling work-life balance, build long-term financial security, and explore the beautiful natural settings around us. Below are some of the benefits offered: Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage options Generous paid leave plans and holiday pay Public Employee Pension Plan (NMERB) Optional 403 (b) Tax Deferred Annuities, 457 and Roth Plans Flex Spending accounts Life and Disability coverage Employee Wellness Incentives Employee Assistance Program Tuition waiver Free SJC Gym Membership Free Library services San Juan College is dedicated to providing equal employment and educational opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, genetic, veteran's status, or on the basis of any other category protected under federal, state and local laws.

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