Lead Instructor, College and Career Readiness

Salary: $2,785.75 - $3,482.25 Monthly Location : COA - Elizabeth City, NCJob Type: Full TimeDivision: Public Service and Community Enrichment (DOL)Department: College and Career ReadinessOpening Date: 01/21/2026Closing Date: ContinuousFLSA: ExemptAbout COA:College of The Albemarle, located in Elizabeth City, North Carolina, is the state's first community college, founded in 1961. We strive to transform lives by inspiring and empowering individuals and communities of our seven-county service area. Through our four locations, we provide quality college transfer and career and technical education to residents in northeast North Carolina.Description***This position is open until filled***Priority review date: February 13Current status - Accepting ApplicationsPosition Subject to Availability of Budgeted FundsThe role of the Lead Instructor, College and Career Readiness (CCR) is to provide learning experiences, facilitate the learning process, advise students and seek professional developmental activities for Adult High School (AHS), HSE (High School Equivalency) and other Adult Basic Education programs. The Lead Instructor will work with Student Development to advise curriculum students. The Lead Instructor will also work with the Coordinator, Pathways and Testing and designated CCR programs through coordination, instruction of staff and instructional personnel responsible for these programs. He/she performs technical and instructional duties relative to the assigned areas of responsibility and plans with the staff working in the CCR department as requested. The Lead Instructor will assist CCR faculty with program evaluation, retention efforts, instructional and curriculum support, and other professional development to ensure program quality.The Lead Instructor receives supervision from the Director, College and Career Readiness.Examples of DutiesAdministrative Duties/ Completions:Maintains records and develops statistical reports concerning new and ongoing classes and program effectiveness; maintains and files analytical records.Maintains student attendance records for all participants.Organizes, schedules classes.Maintains frequent oral and written close communication ties with Director, CCR.Supervises maintenance of software resources.Manages the administrative needs of the software such as allocating seats, ordering seats, advices supervisor of software needs, recommends changes of software usage and prepares requisitions.Maintains a list of all licenses, locations, levels of usage and other pertinent information.Maintains knowledge of emerging software or upgrading packages and recommends decision to the Director.Stays abreast of new developments and changes in related fields; participates in staff development programs, workshops, seminars and other programs as appropriate. Academic Advisement and Guidance:Implements the Advisement and Retention Plan for students, using measurable strategies in accordance with established CCR Program procedures.Administers, proctors, or coordinates appropriate testing for College and Career students.Makes regular assessments of the involvement and progress of current students.Maintains continuous contact with ongoing students to monitor progress and students who may have difficulty attending class and maintaining hours.Assists with transitioning students from CCR programs into post-secondary and continuing opportunities.Makes referrals as necessary to special programs and agencies that are available to aid student progress (Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA), Human Resource Development (HRD), Student Success and Enrollment Management (SSEM), etc.).Creates lesson plans for instruction of students in area taught.Prepares, teaches and evaluates assigned instructional courses.Provides instruction to adult students, evaluate needs; corrects work and assigns tasks. Direction and Implementation of Program Goals:Participates in regular North Carolina Community College System (NCCCS) training sessions.Works with the Coordinators and Director to recommend additions, changes and deletions to keep program area current. Lead Instructor Duties:Plans, reviews and participates in the work of staff responsible for providing HSE instruction and other related services within the department.Ensures record keeping is accurate, current and meets all compliance requirements.Works with the coordinators and Director on staff training.Organizes educational materials for use in the CCR Program.Consults with distance education personnel.Solicits and coordinates speakers for special program events and classes.Advises participants regarding CCR programs; provides placement, orientation, retention and transition advisement.Assists with orientation and observation of new instructors.Provides ongoing training for current instructors. Curriculum Development:Leads curriculum development, updates and evaluation processes; participates in materials identification activities.Selects and orders equipment and materials with coordinators and Director.Assist with new curriculum development for all CCR programs.Develops survey instruments; conducts surveys of program participants to determine participant needs; interprets and records survey results; implements program changes in response to results Instructional Duties:Instructs CCR classes.Oversees planning of lessons and curriculum based on the learning needs to culturally diverse and multi-skill level students in preparation for successful program completion.Performs other duties and responsibilities as needed. General Duties:Participates on College and CCR education program committees and in other institutional activities and programs, attends agency meetings.Participates on other community/state agency boards and committees.Works as an integral member of the division's education team.Typical QualificationsRequired:Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university with major course work in education or a related field.Five years of increasingly responsible experience in education, including two years of administrative and supervisory responsibility.Two years of instructional technology.Knowledge of adult education assessment.Preferred:Master's degree in a field of education from a regionally accredited college or university.Knowledge, Skills & AbilitiesAbility to:Prepare, document and maintain records.Use modern office equipment including computers and software.Establish and maintain a cooperative and team-oriented working relationship with those contacted in the course of work and with other areas of the College.Perform advising services; make agency referrals when client problems are beyond program scope.Communicate effectively with participants, staff and community agencies to create environment open for communication.Understand needs of undereducated adults and youths; at risk learners; special populations.The salary range posted for this position represents the full approved salary range. Initial salary placement typically falls between the minimum and midpoint of the range and is determined by the College based on the candidate's qualifications, relevant experience, internal equity, and budgetary considerations.College of The Albemarle is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing a welcoming and inclusive learning and working environment. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal or North Carolina law and COA policies.Employment with College of The Albemarle is contingent upon the satisfactory results of background and reference checks.College of The Albemarle does not provide work visa sponsorships. To be considered for employment, applicants must be permitted to legally work in the United States without employer sponsorship.Inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies and employment questions may be directed to Human Resources | coa_hr@albemarle.eduRetirement, Health Insurance., Holidays, Annual/Sick Leave01What is the highest level of education you have completed from a regionally accredited college or university, with major coursework in education or a related field?Bachelor's degreeMaster's degreeEducation SpecialistDoctorate degreeOtherN/A02How many years of progressively responsible professional experience do you have in the field of education?Less than 1 year1-2 years3-4 years5-6 years7+ years03How many years of administrative and supervisory experience do you have in an educational setting?Less than 1 year1 year2-3 years4+ years04The salary range for this position is $33,429 - $50,114, as posted. Please indicate your agreement with the following statement:I have reviewed the posted salary range and would be willing to accept this position within that range.I have reviewed the posted salary range and would not be willing to accept this position within that range.I have reviewed the posted salary range and would need to discuss compensation further before accepting an offer.