Job Description

Job Title:

Civics/Citizenship Instructor

Department:

Workforce, Education and Innovation (WEI) | Adult Education

Supervisor:

Workforce, Education and Innovation (WEI) Manager

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt Part-Time

Mission:

The mission of the Latino Center of the Midlands is to cultivate generations of engaged, thriving Latinos through educational foundations, workforce development and leadership opportunities.

Summary

Provides Spanish instruction of materials to prepare students for the U.S. Naturalization Exam to those seeking U.S. Citizenship by performing the following duties.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Instruction & Curriculum Development

Develops course syllabi, lesson plans, and instructional activities to ensure effective implementation of U.S. Civic knowledge and U.S. Naturalization Exam curriculum. Establishes and communicates clear learning objectives for all instructional activities. Implements course(s) using effective and engaging instructional techniques that promote student success. Assesses student progress using specific, measurable learning objectives and timeframes. Uses instructional experience to support program effectiveness and continuous improvement.

Class Preparation & Administration

Prepares and organizes class materials, workshops, or seminars; manages related paperwork and ordering of supplies. Develops and maintains updated class rosters; tracks attendance, grades, and pre/post data as required. Maintains accurate records of payments, donations, and other class-related documentation. Responds promptly and professionally to student and client inquiries via email, phone, or in person.

Program Support & Data Management

Supports data collection, input, and transcription for program evaluations, forms, and surveys. Assists in program planning, student enrollment, and summer program development activities. Helps coordinate ceremonies, events, and activities celebrating student successes. Assists with special projects and other duties as assigned.

Team & Community Engagement

Attends required team meetings and actively participates in team development opportunities. Helps build positive relationships within the team and among program participants. Represents LCM Adult Education and its programming within the community, at outreach events, and with stakeholders.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Competencies:

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

Communication

- Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions; demonstrates group presentation skills.

Adaptability

- Changes approach or method to best fit the situation.

Planning/Organizing

- Prioritizes and plans work activities; uses time efficiently.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

Required:

Bachelor's degree in Education, Adult Learning, or related field or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience teaching adults, preferably in civics. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work with culturally diverse learners. Proficient with digital tools and basic classroom technology. Bilingual (Spanish/English) proficiency.

Preferred:

Experience with hybrid or online instruction Knowledge of workforce development or career readiness programming

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

No certificates, licenses, registrations required.

Role Details

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Hours:

Part-time, generally 6-20 hours per week depending on course load. With an Adult Education class schedule of Monday through Thursday mornings and evenings and Saturday morning. This class schedule is based on availability of instructor and adult student learners.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

No certificates, licenses, registrations required.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is frequently required to stand. The employee is occasionally required to walk and sit. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

The Latino Center of the Midlands acknowledges and honors the fundamental value and dignity of all individuals. We believe in creating and maintaining an environment that respects diverse traditions, heritages, and experiences. We are committed to equitable treatment and the elimination of discrimination in all its forms at all levels of our organization and throughout all our programs.