Adult Education - Adult Basic Education (GED) and High School Equivalency Instructor

Anticipated:
Adult Education - Adult Basic Education (GED) and High School Equivalency Instructor

GENERAL STATEMENT
OF JOB:
The Dutchess BOCES Adult Learning Institute is looking for enthusiastic and nurturing instructors for adults returning to the classroom with the goal of obtaining a New York High School Equivalency Diploma (GED).

TERMS OF 
EMPLOYMENT:        
•    Part-time, Evenings

REPORTS TO:         Program Coordinator

SUPERVISES:              N/A        

QUALIFICATIONS, 
EXPERIENCE AND 
COMPETENCIES:    
•    Bachelors Degree required, Masters Degree K-12 Permanent Certification preferred, but not required. If no teaching certification, must be eligible and willing to apply for NY Adult Education Certification within 6 months of start date.
•    The ideal candidate will have experience working with adults of varied socioeconomic, cultural, educational, and/or differently-abled backgrounds, particularly in an educational setting. 
•    Must be confident teaching high school math and language skills.  
•    Great opportunity for retired teachers, new college graduates, and those who wish to make a difference and change lives in a positive way.       
                       
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS
AND ABILITIES
DUTIES AND 
RESPONSIBILITIES:
•    Job duties include creating individualized lesson plans, public outreach, student communication, progress and attendance tracking, and assessment administration.
•    Classes hours vary, depending on location but typically run 3 hours a day, 2-4 days a week, for a total of 6-9 hours weekly.  Potential classroom instructors must be able to commit to a set weekly schedule, although applicants for substitute teachers on an as-needed basis are welcome! 
•    Classes are open entry and in person.  Students are 18 and older.

EVALUATION:    Program Coordinator

SALARY: $25 per hour