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Adult School In Person Evening GED Teacher Multi-Subjects Part Time (10 hours a week) AS#1287
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What they do
An Adult Basic Education or Literacy Instructor works with adults, including young adults who are out of school, to improve literacy and strengthen basic skills in reading, writing and math. Helps students to learn English or gain a high school diploma or equivalent certificate. Assesses students' educational levels, skills and goals, and differentiates instruction as needed for adults at different levels in one class. May focus on basic skills as needed for a particular occupation, or assist students with developing study skills or job search skills, or help students connect with social services.
$62,464 / year median in California
-3% projected decline
Job Description
- Multi-Subjects Part Time (10 hours a week) AS#1287 at San Mateo Union High School District Print Application Deadline Until Filled Date Posted 7/27/2026 Contact Angela Taylor Number of Openings 1 Salary Pay dependent on experience Add'l Salary Info $57.37 Hourly Rate
- The District will recognize prior service credit for new hires who have previously taught at SMUHSD in the Adult School Program.
Hourly Salary Range:
$57.37- $73.
Length of Work Year Adult School Teacher Work Calendar Employment Type Part Time Location:
San Mateo Adult School Job Summary Job Summary GED Class times: Monday- Thursday 6:30PM
- 9:00 PM Adult School Teacher Work Calendar (205-212 Days) San Mateo Adult School
- 789 E. Poplar Avenue, San Mateo, CA 94404 Angela Taylor, Director
- Email ataylor@smuhsd.org (650) 558-2102 Stefanie Wright, Admin Asst
- Email stwright@smuhsd.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
CA Teaching Credential with ESL Authorization or in the process of securing the credential CA. Designated Subjects Adult Education Teaching Credential Experience with multi-level ESL and students of differing cultural backgrounds and learning styles preferred. Valid CA Teaching Credential. Designated Subjects Adult Education Teaching Credential w/Elementary and Secondary Basic Skills (ESBS) authorization, OR Multiple Subject Credential w/Math authorization OR Single Subject Credential with Math authorization.ESSETIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Responsible for teaching basic skills to students with varying academic levels while integrating GED skills, reading and math skills, social justice and community issues, and culture.
- Helps students meet necessary goals and qualify to successfully complete all sections of their GED. Prepares students to take the GED
- Spanish exam.
- Develop and present lesson plans. Prepare a course outline and syllabus stating the class goals, course content, classroom policies and procedures and methods of evaluation.
- Use a variety of instructional techniques and materials including online resources that are appropriate to the course and accommodate all learning styles.
- Maintain current and accurate records of student attendance.
- Participate in required, Professional Learning Community (PLC) meetings
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
- Attach to your EDJOIN application Copy of Credential Copy of Official Transcripts of BA Letter of Introduction Letter(s) of Recommendation (2) Requirements / Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
CA Teaching Credential with ESL Authorization or in the process of securing the credential CA. Designated Subjects Adult Education Teaching Credential Experience with multi-level ESL and students of differing cultural backgrounds and learning styles preferred. Valid CA Teaching Credential. Designated Subjects Adult Education Teaching Credential w/Elementary and Secondary Basic Skills (ESBS) authorization, OR Multiple Subject Credential w/Math authorization OR Single Subject Credential with Math authorization.ESSETIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Responsible for teaching basic skills to students with varying academic levels while integrating GED skills, reading and math skills, social justice and community issues, and culture.
- Helps students meet necessary goals and qualify to successfully complete all sections of their GED. Prepares students to take the GED
- Spanish exam.
- Develop and present lesson plans. Prepare a course outline and syllabus stating the class goals, course content, classroom policies and procedures and methods of evaluation.
- Use a variety of instructional techniques and materials including online resources that are appropriate to the course and accommodate all learning styles.
- Maintain current and accurate records of student attendance.
- Participate in required, Professional Learning Community (PLC) meetings
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
- Attach to your EDJOIN application Copy of Credential Copy of Official Transcripts of BA Letter of Introduction Letter(s) of Recommendation (2) Comments and Other Information
EEOC DISCLAIMER
The San Mateo Union High School District (SMUHSD) is an equal opportunity employer in that our policy, in accordance with Federal and State laws, prohibits employment discrimination solely on the basis of a person's race, color, creed, sexual orientation, sex, marital status, or disability except where a reasonable, bona fide occupational qualification exists. The SMUHSD complies with the rules and regulations contained in Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title II of the Educational Amendments of 1972 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990; as amended by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008.TITLE IX
The District's Administration Regulation (AR) 4119.1/4219.12/4319.12- Title IX Sexual Harassment Complaint Procedures apply to allegations of sexual harassment involving job applicants.
AR 4119.12/4219.12/4319.12
- Title IX Sexual Harassment Complaint Procedures, as well as to oversee, investigate, and resolve sexual harassment complaints processed under the District's AR 4030
- Nondiscrimination in Employment.
Office Address:
650 N. Delaware St., San Mateo, CA 94401Telephone:
650/558-2257POSTING DATE:
July 27, 2026START DATE:
05/04/2026POSTING NUMBER:
AS 1287 Comments and Other InformationEEOC DISCLAIMER
The San Mateo Union High School District (SMUHSD) is an equal opportunity employer in that our policy, in accordance with Federal and State laws, prohibits employment discrimination solely on the basis of a person's race, color, creed, sexual orientation, sex, marital status, or disability except where a reasonable, bona fide occupational qualification exists. The SMUHSD complies with the rules and regulations contained in Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title II of the Educational Amendments of 1972 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990; as amended by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008.TITLE IX
The District's Administration Regulation (AR) 4119.1/4219.12/4319.12- Title IX Sexual Harassment Complaint Procedures apply to allegations of sexual harassment involving job applicants.
AR 4119.12/4219.12/4319.12
- Title IX Sexual Harassment Complaint Procedures, as well as to oversee, investigate, and resolve sexual harassment complaints processed under the District's AR 4030
- Nondiscrimination in Employment.