Adult Basic Education RLA and Social Studies Teacher

About the role

Provide numeracy instruction for high school equivalency and work readiness to students at LP Wilson Center/BOE District Office, Room 12 on Tuesdays from 12:00PM–2:30PM.

Schedule

• Two 12-week semesters
• Fall semester starts Monday, September 21, 2026
• Spring semester starts Monday, January 25, 2027

Pay

$50.08/hr.

Qualifications

• Demonstrate proficiency in the skills of reading, writing, and mathematics
• Able to instruct RLA and Social Studies according to the Common Core State Standards (CCSS)
• Demonstrate proficient computer skills
• Meet the requirements of the Windsor Board of Education for this position
• Maintain Adult Education Endorsements (endorsement 107) and provide a copy to the program facilitator
• Adhere and comply with all mandates set forth by the Connecticut State Department of Education

Responsibilities

Instruction

• Demonstrates knowledge of the subject(s) to be taught
• Demonstrates knowledge of the Common Core State Standards (CCSS)
• Demonstrates knowledge of the Connecticut Competency System (CCS), including the Comprehensive Adult Student Assessment (CASAS) Competencies
• Uses results from CASAS Pre/Post Assessment to plan and differentiate instruction based on learner's abilities and goals
• Effectively communicates with students
• Provides opportunity for students to receive out-of-class instruction and/or assistance
• Works with Program Facilitator in the implementation of the Connecticut Competency System (CCS)
• Uses the Blended Learning Environment Model for their students
• Attends staff meetings at the beginning of each semester and as need arises (meetings scheduled by the adult education facilitator)
• Strongly encouraged to support the adult education program and students by attending the annual Awards Ceremony
• Strongly encouraged to support the adult education program by attending the annual Connecticut Association for Adult and Continuing Education (CAACE) Conference held in March

Pupil and Classroom Management

• Must be on time for all scheduled classes
• Must supervise assigned class and not leave students unsupervised at any time
• Effectively organizes time, space, materials, and equipment for instruction
• Establishes a positive learning environment, enforcing student behavior contracts as outlined in the student handbook
• Follows up with students who have poor attendance
• Enters timely and accurate student attendance in the LACES reporting system

Assessment

• Effectively assesses student needs and progress using the CASAS Assessment System with guidance from the Program Facilitators

Awareness of Individual Needs

• Demonstrates knowledge of human growth and development as it relates to the teaching-learning process
• Helps students develop positive self-concepts

Professional Development

• Staff development is offered in accordance with the professional needs of the staff and the instructional objectives of the program
• Windsor Adult Education Teachers will agree and adhere to the Windsor Public Schools Professional Growth Policy P4120

Technology

• Knowledgeable and comfortable using technology for planning and instruction including but not limited to computers (laptop/desktop), iPad, Chromebook, Smart board, projector, etc.
• Knowledgeable and comfortable using Gmail and Google Docs