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Adult Literacy/GED Preparation Teacher - Full Time
Job Description
Duties:
Duties include direct instruction, testing/assessment, maintaining accurate record keeping and accountability for student achievement and retention. Seeking candidates with experience teaching or supervising adults and out-of-school youth, with the ability to work with a diverse population to deliver basic academic skill instruction as well as high school equivalency preparation; comfortable teaching adults and out-of-school youth who may have learning difficulties and/or challenging behaviors. Candidates must be self-disciplined and able to work independently. Position requires 14 hours of RAEN sponsored professional development annually.Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in education and/or Special Education preferred; NYS Teacher Certification preferred. Those without certification must be eligible for Adult Education Certification. Teaching experience, effective verbal communication, and public relations skills a plus.Location of Position:
Utica, NY Term of Employment:
12-month position (37.5 - 40 hours per week)Salary:
$26.00 - $30.00/hour + benefits (Depending on education and experience)Starting Date:
September 07, 2026 send cover letter and resume to resume@moric.orgBenefits
- Professional Development
- Dental Insurance
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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.
$62,226 / year median in New York
+3% projected growth