Youth Enrichment Services Instructor

Position Description

Brief Description of Job:
Lincoln Land Community College is looking for contractual, part-time, nonbenefited instructors to teach various non-credit academic enrichment classes to school-age youth. Opportunities exist to teach in the fall or spring semesters and/or the College for Kids Summer Camp program. Instructors are involved in setting class dates and times and are empowered to offer as many classes as desired based on their area of interest and skill set(s).

Youth Enrichment Instructors are needed in various areas including, but not limited to, fine arts, creative and performing arts, computer science and gaming, coding, graphic design, fitness and health, history, communication and language arts, public speaking, foreign languages, science, math, STEAM, STEM, arts and crafts, photography, gardening, workforce and career exploration, personal finance, magic, and strategy and roleplaying games.

Essential Job Responsibilities:·

• Developing curriculum for non-credit classes
• Providing a safe, positive and innovative learning environment and promote active engaged learning for all students.
• Managing student behavior and reporting any concerns to the Youth Enrichment Services Coordinator or designee.
• Maintaining accurate reporting (attendance, evaluations, etc.)
• Assisting with marketing and recruitment of students for classes
• Submit HR paperwork, supply/material lists, and lesson plans by established deadlines.
• Assuming responsibility for the care of materials, supplies, equipment and facilities.
• Report any concerns to the Youth Enrichment Services Coordinator.
• Complying with department and college policies and procedures

Pay is dependent upon class being taught but will be no less than $28/hour. Work schedules will depend upon student enrollment.

In addition, instructors are needed to teach in LLCC's ACT Test Preparation Seminar at $38/hour.
Minimum Requirements for ACT test prep instructors:

• Applicants must possess a bachelor's or master's degree in the corresponding area or related area of the ACT.
• Recent teaching experience preferred
• Excellent communication skills.

The Paid Leave for All Workers Act allows part-time employees to earn 1 hour of PTO for every 40 hours worked. For more information on this benefit, please visit IL Department of Labor, PFLA Act.

Position Requirements

• Demonstrated passion and proficiency in the proposed subject area.
• Prior experience working with youth learners is preferred.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Professional attitude and the ability to work with others.
• Ability to work with diverse populations and demonstrate cultural awareness and sensitivity.

LLCC strives to create an inclusive workplace and environment for our students, faculty and staff. We are seeking applicants from all backgrounds and experiences to ensure we create a diverse workforce and learning environment.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check.

Requisition Specific Details

Open Date

02/15/2023

Close Date

Open Until Filled

Yes

Special Instructions to Applicant

Applicants are encouraged to submit a proposal (upload to the Miscellaneous 1 applicant document) for each class you wish to teach. Please attach your course proposal as PDF.

Proposals should include the following:

• Instructor's name and current contact information including a valid email address.
• Course title and a 3-4 sentence description.
• Appropriate grade level for the proposed course
• Preferred dates/times

Personal References:
Two personal letters of recommendation mentioning interactions with children are needed upon request.

Professional References

Special Instructions