What are the responsibilities and job description for the Spanish GED Language Arts Instructor position at Oakton College?
Location: Des Plaines / Skokie, IL Category: Casual Posted On: Wed Jul 9 2025 Job Description:
Seeking a passionate and dedicated educator with strong technology skills to teach Adult Education Spanish GED Language Arts (reading/writing) classes that prepare students to pass the Spanish GED Language Arts, Social Studies, and/or Science tests and transition to college and/or career. Design and implement educational activities using a variety of teaching strategies to help students achieve their goals. Instructors are responsible for providing a classroom environment that is equitable and inclusive as well as implementing instruction that considers a variety of learning styles, facilitates active learning, and offers strategies for successfully passing standardized exams.
Essential Functions of the Position:
Understanding of and commitment to working with populations that often fall within the opportunity gap, thus requiring more intentional and comprehensive support. Work with the Program Manager and Transitions Coordinators to meet the needs of students.
Pay rate: $35 per hour (additional pay possible for those with Adult Ed certifications)
This position requires availability to teach in the evening and/or on the weekends*. Yes
This position requires availability to teach on both the Des Plaines and Skokie campuses*. Yes
This position requires availability to teach online in whole or in part*. Unknown
Oakton College is an equal opportunity employer and has a strong commitment to diversity. In that spirit, we seek a broad spectrum of candidates, including minorities, veterans, women and people with disabilities. EOE/AA/M/F/D/V
Oakton is committed to maintaining an environment free from harassment and discrimination for all and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex (gender), sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, and reprisal or any other protected status. Further, Oakton does not discriminate on the basis of sex in any educational, employment, or extracurricular activity.
Out-of-State Employment Defined:
Oakton College's primary location of operation is in the state of Illinois. An "out-of-state employee" is defined as an employee of Oakton College whose primary work location is outside of the state of Illinois. State taxes, employment tax, and worker's compensation provisions vary from state to state and require payroll compliance with these various rules.
Allowable States for Out-of-State Employment:
All employees must maintain their primary residence in Illinois, Indiana, or a reciprocal state with Illinois. Reciprocal states include Iowa, Kentucky, Michigan, and Wisconsin. Illinois has tax agreements with these reciprocal states. Employees may have their primary residence in Indiana since Indiana is adjacent to Illinois.
Seeking a passionate and dedicated educator with strong technology skills to teach Adult Education Spanish GED Language Arts (reading/writing) classes that prepare students to pass the Spanish GED Language Arts, Social Studies, and/or Science tests and transition to college and/or career. Design and implement educational activities using a variety of teaching strategies to help students achieve their goals. Instructors are responsible for providing a classroom environment that is equitable and inclusive as well as implementing instruction that considers a variety of learning styles, facilitates active learning, and offers strategies for successfully passing standardized exams.
Essential Functions of the Position:
- Provide direct and engaging Spanish GED language arts, social studies, and/or science instruction in person at the Des Plaines or Skokie campus.
- Adapt and differentiate instruction to accommodate diverse learning styles and needs.
- Maintain strong relationships with students, contacting them as needed with the intent to promote persistence and retention.
- Utilize online learning platforms and digital tools to enhance student engagement and learning.
- Comply with departmental and state curricula, grading standards, attendance policies, textbook choices, assessments, and other established processes.
- Monitor student progress, report outcomes, and refer students to support services.
- Comply with all legal and ethical obligations including FERPA, ADA, and other regulatory legislations.
Understanding of and commitment to working with populations that often fall within the opportunity gap, thus requiring more intentional and comprehensive support. Work with the Program Manager and Transitions Coordinators to meet the needs of students.
- Bachelor's Degree in education, language arts, history, science or related field (Master's preferred).
- At least 1 year of experience teaching high school equivalency and/or Spanish GED.
- Ability to teach in person at the Des Plaines or Skokie campus.
- Strong digital and technology skills, including experience teaching online.
- Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English and Spanish.
- Working knowledge of Adult Education standards, pathways, and assessments.
- Morning and/or evening availability.
Pay rate: $35 per hour (additional pay possible for those with Adult Ed certifications)
This position requires availability to teach in the evening and/or on the weekends*. Yes
This position requires availability to teach on both the Des Plaines and Skokie campuses*. Yes
This position requires availability to teach online in whole or in part*. Unknown
Oakton College is an equal opportunity employer and has a strong commitment to diversity. In that spirit, we seek a broad spectrum of candidates, including minorities, veterans, women and people with disabilities. EOE/AA/M/F/D/V
Oakton is committed to maintaining an environment free from harassment and discrimination for all and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex (gender), sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, and reprisal or any other protected status. Further, Oakton does not discriminate on the basis of sex in any educational, employment, or extracurricular activity.
Out-of-State Employment Defined:
Oakton College's primary location of operation is in the state of Illinois. An "out-of-state employee" is defined as an employee of Oakton College whose primary work location is outside of the state of Illinois. State taxes, employment tax, and worker's compensation provisions vary from state to state and require payroll compliance with these various rules.
Allowable States for Out-of-State Employment:
All employees must maintain their primary residence in Illinois, Indiana, or a reciprocal state with Illinois. Reciprocal states include Iowa, Kentucky, Michigan, and Wisconsin. Illinois has tax agreements with these reciprocal states. Employees may have their primary residence in Indiana since Indiana is adjacent to Illinois.
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