26-27 ABE ReadingWriting 3 Mornings

Position Summary

The ABE Reading/Writing 3 AM Teacher will be primarily responsible for raising the reading and writing levels of a class of approximately 15-20 adult students. Students range in age and previous education. Most students are working towards earning a high school equivalency credential. To this end

The ABE Reading/Writing 3 AM teacher is responsible for teaching a range of writing reading and social studies topics. Experience teaching literacy in the content areas is preferred it is essential that the RW teacher has had training in and successful experience teaching explicit reading and writing skills/strategies. The RW teacher will work with the Program Administrator to plan the curriculum. The instructor must keep attendance records document student progress and assist with other DESE-related activities.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

The essential functions or responsibilities listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar related or a logical assignment to the position

• Prepare lesson plans and choose appropriate materials following the ABE Departments Curriculum Guidelines and MA DESE College and Career Readiness Standards and submit one lesson plan per week
• Attend and participate in department meetings and appropriate in-service workshops.
• Evaluate student progress and make placement recommendations as required by department policy/procedures.
• Complete attendance and assessment-related activities as required by the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE).
• Work effectively with other teachers counselor(s) and the program administrator on student and program issues.
• Follow department policy/procedures regarding substitutes and substitute lesson plans.
• Integrate technology into instruction.

Qualifications Knowledge Abilities & Skills

• Bachelors Degree; Masters in ESOL or adult literacy preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years classroom teaching experience at least one complete year teaching adult immigrants
• Demonstrated knowledge of a variety of learner-centered teaching approaches and effective integrated skills activities
• Massachusetts Teacher Certification a plus
• MAPT certification is preferred but not required for this position
• Familiarity with Aztec Essential Ed and other online learning platform

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the positions essential functions.

• Mobility:Frequent walking standing.
• Lifting/Strength:Ability to lift push pull or carry objects ranging from 10 to 20 lbs (e.g. books supplies equipment).
• Physical Dexterity:Bending crouching kneeling stooping and reaching to assist students.
• Stationary Tasks:Remaining in a stationary position (sitting/standing) for long periods.

Reporting Relationships

• Position Reports to: Director of Continuing Education

Terms of Employment

Employment Status:Part Time
Grant Funded
Union Affiliation: SEU Unit D

FLSA Classification:Non Exempt

August - June

Weekly Schedule:

• 3 morningsper week
• Tuesday Thursday & Friday 9am-12pm
• Teaching Hours: 9
• Preperation Hours: 2
• Monthly meetings third Thursday of the month 4:00 6:00 p.m.
• Salary shall be commensurate with education and experience in accordance with the Somerville Educators Unioncollective bargaining agreement

Pre-Employment Requirements

MA Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) Clearance

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