Holyoke Community College-posted about 1 month ago
Part-time
Onsite • Holyoke, MA
101-250 employees
Educational Services

Delivers classroom instruction at the HCC Adult Learning Center, an evening community education program providing adult basic education (high school equivalency and career/college readiness) classes located in downtown Holyoke. The program seeks to guide learners in identifying career goals and developing college and career readiness skills, leading to employment or placement in a job training program or postsecondary education. Provides substitute academic instruction as needed in Level 1, 2, & 3 (Grade Level Equivalents: 3-5, 6-8, 9-12, respectively) classes in Reading, Writing, Science, Social Studies and/or Mathematics as needed. Current anticipated needs are primarily in Reading/Writing. However, we are interested in interviewing interested substitute teachers in all areas of expertise. The program runs September through June (regular cycle is 37 weeks). The Adult Learning Center classes are in-person and run Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays at the Picknelly Center (PAFEC).

  • Creates written lesson plans for relevant subject areas, with assistance from HCC/ALC program coordinator.
  • Creates learner-centered classroom environment.
  • Aligns subject content to curriculum with College and Career Readiness Standards and HiSET/GED curriculum.
  • Delivers differentiated classroom instruction in a variety of formats including large group, small group and/or one-on-one.
  • Incorporates technology and digital literacy into instruction, as appropriate.
  • Integrates and effectively uses volunteer tutors in the classroom.
  • Maintains attendance records.
  • Participates in relevant professional development opportunities as needed; including SABES, ABE & online professional development that align with program goals.
  • Attends weekly HCC/ALC staff meetings and annual retreats, as scheduled.
  • Meets with supervisor as scheduled.
  • Maintains compliance with DESE and ACLS guidelines.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
  • Commitment to learner-centered teaching;
  • Ability to work effectively and flexibly with a diverse faculty, staff, and student body;
  • Strong written and interpersonal communication and technology skills;
  • Excellent organizational skills; commitment to professional and program development;
  • Bachelor's degree and at least two years' experience in Adult Basic Education or related field.
  • Master's degree;
  • Strong knowledge of Adult Basic Education pedagogy and understanding of issues confronted by ABE learners in Holyoke;
  • Flexibility and creativity in curriculum development targeting student needs.
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