Instructor I

Description

Under the direct supervision of the Lead Instructor, follows a well-defined and outlined teaching program. Teaches specialized classes to promote the acquisition of study skills and General Education Development Classes. Motivates and evaluates cadet performance.

Job Responsibilities

Prepares and presents lessons on designated subjects to students, exercising personal judgment to determine the most effective method of presentation. Prepares written examinations for approval by the supervisor, gives pre-examination instructions to cadets, administers examinations, and monitors cadets while examinations are in progress. Grades and interprets results of examinations, maintains cadet records, and counsels’ individual cadets regarding their progress including assistance in resolving personal problems affecting advancement in course studies. Provides academic tutoring as required.

Facilitates cadet use of current GED materials in order to prepare cadets for GED tests. Responsible for transferring data to necessary staff and to the Cadet Tracking System database. Works with other instructors (as assigned) toward the use and implementation of the adopted curriculum materials.

Recommends updating of course curriculum to the supervisor. Recommends elimination or addition of materials as required. Ensures course objectives are accomplished in conformity with academy objectives.

Conducts course critiques and provides analysis of critiques to the department supervisor. Makes recommendations concerning the curriculum, facilities, operation of LCA Education Programs and keeps current in designated assignment fields. Provides extensive automated file management utilizing the Cadet Tracking System database to update and maintain cadet data for tracking by the National Guard Bureau. Attends weekly meeting (QUAD) with Case Managers, Placement Advisor and Cadre to access cadets’ progress in the program.

Evaluates individual cadets to identify interests and educational, vocational, and recreational aptitudes. Performs various administrative tasks including cadet reports and team reports, Cadet Tracking System inputs, and weekly meetings.

Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of duties enumerated above.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Ability to maintain emotional control under stress.

Ability to work with students individually or in group settings

Ability to use email and office equipment effectively.

Requires ability to communicate and instruct cadets.

Employment Conditions

Requires working knowledge of classroom procedures and how to instruct cadets.

Requires elementary knowledge of behavior patterns and modification techniques of cadets. A background in reading or mathematics is highly preferred.

Requires a valid Illinois driver’s license.

Education

Minimum Qualifications

1. Requires a Substitute Teaching Certificate recognized by the State of Illinois.

2. Requires extensive knowledge of computer literacy and/or science. Ability to certify program of instruction through the State Board of Education. Must acquire and maintain a Common Access Card issued by Department of Defense for computer and building access.