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Under limited supervision, the instructor is responsible for teaching non-credit English Language and Literacy (ELL) courses to students enrolled in Kirkwood's Adult Education and Literacy Programs.  Instruction will take place face-to-face in one of these locations: Cedar Rapids, Coralville, or Iowa City. At times there might be travel to other Kirkwood locations for meetings. The instructor also assists students in transitioning from ELL courses to Kirkwood-related work training and higher education opportunities in collaboration with other Kirkwood staff.  

Classes are held Monday through Thursday. The session dates for this program year include: July 8- September 10, 2026; September 28- December 10, 2026; January 11- March 11, 2027; March 29- June 3, 2027. Class times vary by location:  

Cedar Rapids: 8:30-10:30 AM, 10:40-12:40 PM, 5:30-7:30 PM 

Coralville: 9:10- 11:10 AM, 6:00- 8:00 PM 

Iowa City: 8:30- 10:30 AM, 10:45-12:45 PM  

There are currently openings at all locations with times varying between morning and evening. The total hours per week for one class equates to 10 hours, with limited extra hours being available for team meetings, special projects, and professional development. While previous teaching experience (any subject, but literacy, language, or ELL preferred) is encouraged, there is no licensing requirement.   

UNIVERSAL CORE COMPETENCIES:  

• Advocate for Continual Improvement- empowering each other to identify opportunities for excellence. 
• Collaborate with Mutual Accountability- working together with a willingness to take ownership and accountability for our actions.  
• Champion Service- anticipating needs and creating a welcoming, diverse, and inclusive environment.  
• Perseverance- a commitment to excellence even in the face of adversity or delay in achieving success.  
• Lead- regardless of title, through positive influence.
  

• Assist students with coursework in a variety of formats including individualized instruction, computer assisted instruction, large group courses, and other methods.
• Collaborate with fellow learning center instructors on curriculum development, student intake/advising, and staff development activities.
• Conduct CASAS assessments for eligible students.
• Perform other related work duties as assigned.
• Provide contextualized, scaffolder, interactive instruction that includes cooperative learning tasks and implements ELL college and career readiness and CASAS ELL standards.
• Track attendance daily and submit reports.
• Respond in a timely matter to communications and requests from program director and coordinator.
• Participate in weekly team meetings and ongoing professional development opportunities.

PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS:

• Be able and willing to represent the Kirkwood Community College in the most positive manner with prospective, former and current students, clients, suppliers and the community we serve.
• Possess the ability to develop, enforce, and implement policies and procedures to serve a wide range of students with varying backgrounds, abilities and personalities effectively.
• Assume responsibility, deal effectively with problems, and exercise independent judgment when making decisions.
• Establish and maintain good working relationships with students, colleagues, and the general public.
• Read, understand and express oneself clearly and effectively in oral and written communication.
• Use computer systems effectively for word processing, database management, and classroom instructional purposes.
• Welcome, value, and nurture people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences, as well as support and promote an environment that accepts differences.

The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the essential job duties/responsibilities and performance expectations of the job, which

should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned.

About Kirkwood Community College

As one of Cedar Rapids' top employers, Kirkwood rewards employees with competitive compensation, benefits packages, packages, and more, including: Tuition reimbursement, Generous leave policies, Choice of retirement programs, and Competitive total rewards packages. Also included are discounts, free admission to performing and athletic events, and a computer and software purchasing program. More than 160,000 people call the Cedar Rapids-Iowa City Corridor home. Enjoy our vibrant theatre and music scene. Join a rec league or curling team. Attend hockey, football, baseball, or roller derby events. Taste the local flavor at area restaurants in Cedar Rapids and Iowa City.

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