We are deeply committed to an inclusive curriculum and school community that reflects the diversity of our student population. We strive to have the highest quality educators and encourage applications from candidates representing a broad range of skills and diverse backgrounds. We seek candidates who are dedicated to inclusion and have a clear interest in being part of the richness of diversity that the New Bedford Public Schools community has to offer.Position:
Adult Diploma Program Teacher
Summary:
Responsibilities:
Conducts interview sessions that include initial academic assessment transcript evaluation and life skills assessment.
Establishes a credit analysis plan for each student to earn the required units for graduation.
Develops a program of study that meets and accommodates student assessment outcomes individual needs interests abilities and goals.
Maintains a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and plans instruction effectively.
Makes learning goals clear to students and communicates high expectations and encourages students to transfer learning to their roles as family members workers and citizens
Utilizes a variety of instructional strategies and techniques to increase student learning and confidence.
Plans meaningful assignments for volunteer tutors. Incorporates them into the instructional setting to assist learners most in need of support.
Assist learners with the development of a portfolio which includes initial/post assessment information evidence of skills attainment in the areas of reading writing grammar mathematics and life skills.
Guides participants with the selection of supplemental required courses.
Follows all guidelines relating to life experience methodologies.
Updates instructional materials.
Prepares final portfolio for submission to the Principal of New Bedford High School Evening Extension for approval.
Maintains and prepares accurate and complete records in a timely manner.
Participates in Common Planning and works with the Curriculum Facilitator to align curriculum with College and Career Readiness Standards for Adult Education.
Works closely with Advisors to ensure student perseverance and positive student participation.
Actively plans with the technology teacher to devise lessons which integrate technology into the curriculum.
Works closely with administrators advisors volunteer-tutors and colleagues to maintain a positive and supportive atmosphere that encourages students to raise issues and take risks.
Attends required meetings participates in staff/program development activities and is receptive to changing program requirements.
Maintains collegial relationships with all staff members.
Performs other job related duties as assigned by the Manager Assistant Manager of Adult Education or designee.
Qualifications:
Bachelors Degree from an accredited college or university.
Experience in teaching high school level material to adults of diverse academic ability.
Sensitive to the needs of multi-cultural diverse adult learners.
Ability to adapt teaching style and techniques to the needs of adult learners.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office ZOOM Google Classroom/Documents and the integration of technology in the ABE classroom.
Certified to administer required ABE assessments (willing to certify).
Familiar with College and Career Readiness Standards for Adult Education.
Experience in maintaining individual records and reports.
Terms of Employment:
Reports to: Manager of Adult Education or designee
Hours: Monday through Thursday: 8:15 a.m. 12:15 p.m. Common Planning and Program Development conducted on specific Fridays throughout the school year
Rate: In accordance with the Unit A contract
The New Bedford Public Schools do not discriminate on account of age race color sex gender identity gender expression ancestry religion national origin sexual orientation military status genetics or disability that does not prohibit performance of essential job functions in employment for potential employees. New Bedford Public Schools encourages people with multilingual skills particularly in Cape Verdean Creole Portuguese and/or Spanish to apply. Every available opportunity will be taken in order to ensure that each applicant is selected on the basis of qualifications merit and ability.
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