Workforce Training Instructor - Oakton College
Location: Des Plaines, IL Category: Casual Posted On: Fri Jan 30 2026 Job Description:
Oakton College's Workforce Development programs aren't just teaching classes; we're changing career trajectories. As a Workforce Development Instructor, you will empower adult learners with the technical skills and professional "soft skills" required to thrive in today's economy. Further, it is the responsibility of instructors to support the goals of the Continuing Education division and strive to create an effective learning environment for a diverse population of students. If you are passionate about community impact and have a knack for making complex concepts accessible, we want to meet you.
INSTRUCTORS COMMONLY NEEDED FOR:
Direct Support professionals, Instructors and Job Coaches for Neurodivergent populations, Landscape Maintenance, Real Estate Broker training, Trades (Manufacturing, Welding, OSHA?), and more.
What You'll Do
- Deliver Engaging Training: Lead high-impact coursework
- Curriculum Refinement: Adapt and update course materials to ensure they align with current industry standards and employer needs.
- Mentorship: Provide hands-on coaching to students, helping them build confidence and navigate the transition into new roles.
- Progress Tracking: Assess student performance and provide constructive feedback to ensure high completion and placement rates.
- Instruction: Preparation of program learning activities and instructional materials, including being prepared for and meeting during the full scheduled times
- Compliance: with departmental and institutional policies and procedures including but not limited to submission of grades
Who You Are
- Subject Matter Authority: You possess a minimum of 2 years of verifiable experience in the relevant field, with a deep understanding of current market trends and technical workflows.
- Adult Learning Specialist: You are knowledgeable about andragogy?understanding how to facilitate learning for adults through experiential activities, prior-knowledge integration, and practical application.
- Outcome-Oriented Facilitator: You don't just "lecture"; you facilitate. You have a track record of translating complex technical concepts into actionable skills that meet specific Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for student retention and certification pass rates.
- Inclusive Educator: You have experience working with "at-promise" learners, career-changers, and individuals from diverse socioeconomic backgrounds, maintaining a high standard of psychological safety in the classroom.
Job Requirements:
- Minimum of bachelor's degree/or field-related credential
- Proven experience in training, teaching
- Ability to work with diverse populations and varying levels of experience.
- Experience with curriculum development preferred
- Awareness and knowledge of student learning styles and strategies to address such variety
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to use online platforms as educational tools (e.g., Google Meet, Zoom, Learning Management Systems)
- Enthusiasm for teaching and learning of the discipline area
- Willingness to support the goals of the Continuing Education division and create effective learning environments for diverse populations of students
Why Join Us?
- Impact: Directly contribute to the economic growth of our community.
- Culture: A supportive, fast-paced environment where your ideas for curriculum improvement are heard.
Additional Information:
$50 per hour
Hours and location vary
For information regarding employment eligibility, please visit our employment at Oakton web page.
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