Adult Education Para-Professional (Part-time)

Columbus Technical College is seeking a dedicated part-time Para-Professional to support our Adult Education Program. This role involves assisting multiple instructors in delivering comprehensive educational and functional training to adult learners in both morning and evening classes. Key responsibilities include administering TABE testing, preparing instructional materials, conducting student orientations, maintaining student records, and ensuring a clean and organized learning environment. This is a part-time, non-exempt position.

Please note the following information regarding this position:
a) May be assigned to work at any location on or off campus within our service delivery area. (Muscogee County, Stewart County, Quitman County, Chattahoochee County, Harris County, and Talbot County)
b) May require travel.

Responsibilities:

• Provide instructional support to Adult Education instructors.
• Develop instructional materials tailored to student needs.
• Analyze student performance data to monitor progress and adjust individualized learning plans as needed.
• Maintain accurate student records and submit required reports (monthly, quarterly, and annual).
• Evaluate program effectiveness in meeting community needs.
• Promote Adult Education programs to public and private organizations and the general public.
• Utilize effective written and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least six (6) months of related work experience.
• Strong verbal, written, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Availability for both day and evening hours.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience (paid or unpaid) in Adult Education.
• Proficiency in computer applications.
• Familiarity with TABE Online Software and the GALIS data system.
• Experience using standard office equipment.

Salary/Benefits:
$13 per hour. No benefits

Application Deadline:
Position is available until filled. Applicants must submit a Columbus Technical College employment application online and upload a cover letter, resume and copy of transcript(s) at time of application (Incomplete submissions will not be considered). **Please note: All references will be checked prior to employment offer. Post offer requirements will include a criminal background check and motor vehicle records check. **

Employment Policy:

Equal opportunity and decisions based on merit are fundamental values of the Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG). The TCSG State Board prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individual’s age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status (“protected status”). No individual shall be excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise subjected to unlawful discrimination, harassment, or retaliation under, any TCSG program or activity because of the individual’s protected status; nor shall any individual be given preferential treatment because of the individual’s protected status, except the preferential treatment may be given on the basis of veteran status when appropriate under federal or state law.

Columbus Technical College is an equal opportunity employer. All employment processes and decisions, including but not limited to hiring, promotion, and tenure shall be free of ideological tests, affirmations, and oaths, including diversity statements. The basis and determining factor for such decisions should be that the individual possesses the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities associated with the role, and is believed to have the ability to successfully perform the essential functions, responsibilities, and duties associated with the position for which the person is being considered. At the core of any such decision is ensuring the institution’s ability to achieve its mission and strategic priorities in support of student success.

For nondiscrimination information, please contact:

• Dr. Felicia Harris, Title IX Coordinator for Students – 706.641.5032, [email protected]
• Jennifer Thompson, Title IX Coordinator for Employees – 706.649.1883, [email protected]
• Olive Vidal-Kendall, Section 504 Coordinator (ADA/Section 504) – 706.649.1442, [email protected]

All coordinators can also be reached at Columbus Technical College, 928 Manchester Expressway, Columbus, Georgia 31904-6572.