Workforce Education Trainer-Spanish

Waubonsee Community College’s Adult and Workforce Education division is currently seeking a Workforce Education Trainer for Spanish courses to be taught off-site at employer partner locations within Waubonsee’s district. 

Local employers frequently engage with the college to address specific professional development needs on behalf of their workforce; customized solutions are then designed and delivered in a way to best serve the employees. Workforce Trainers provide skills-based training and experiences in a traditional or non-traditional classroom setting and/or lab environment. 

This is a Professional Development offering with no credit attached; students will not be graded for the duration of class. A curriculum has been developed following a textbook but contextualization to the work environment will be expected. 

We are only accepting applications from Spanish/English bilingual candidates who are available to teach in person during weekday and daytime hours. There is flexibility when determining the class schedule.  


Responsibilities 
Participate in training needs assessment using various techniques. 

Conduct interactive and engaging training (at multiple sites around the region) for individuals, groups and companies using alternative and effective methodologies for working with adult learners. 

Working with the Workforce Education Program Manager to prepare and/or select education materials and assist with the development and/or evaluation of new curricula and program designs.  

Qualifications:

Biliterate and bilingual in English and Spanish 

Bachelor’s degree in Education or Spanish required. 

Preferred Qualifications 
Experience with field training and/or classroom instruction. 

Experience working with adult learners.  

Experience with curriculum development/instructional design. 

Strong interpersonal and communication skills. 

Candidates should be comfortable and capable of demonstrating competency using instructional technologies.