What are the responsibilities and job description for the Adult Basic and Secondary Education and Literacy Teachers and Instructors position at The Upper Room?
Job Description
Job Description
Summary
Teach or instruct out-of-school youth in remedial education classes, preparatory classes for the HISET test. Teachers will use HiSET curriculum to offer differentiated learning plans for students in Science, Reading, Social Studies, Writing and Math. Work with a team to develop plans for each individual student.
Duties
- Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs, abilities, and interests.
- Observe and evaluate students' work to determine progress and make suggestions for improvement.
- Plan and conduct activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time.
- Instruct students individually and in groups, using various teaching methods, such as lectures, discussions, and demonstrations.
- Maintain accurate and complete student records as required by laws or administrative policies.
- Prepare materials and classrooms for class activities.
- Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects and communicate those objectives to students.
- Conduct classes, workshops, and demonstrations to teach principles, techniques, or methods in subjects, such as basic English language skills, life skills, and workforce entry skills.
- Prepare students for further education by encouraging them to explore learning opportunities and to persevere with challenging tasks, and partaking in career and post graduate sessions.
- Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among the students for whom they are responsible.
- Provide information, guidance, and preparation for the HiSET examination.
- Assign and grade class work.
- Observe students to determine qualifications, limitations, abilities, interests, and other individual characteristics.
- Register, orient, and assess new students according to procedures.
- Prepare and implement support for students requiring extra help.
- Use computers, audio-visual aids, and other equipment and materials to supplement presentations.
- Prepare objectives and outlines for courses of study, following curriculum guidelines or requirements of states and schools.
- Enforce administration policies and rules governing students..
- Confer with other staff members to plan and schedule lessons that promote learning, following approved curricula.
- Meet with other professionals to discuss individual students' needs and progress.
- Attend professional meetings, conferences, and workshops to maintain and improve professional competence.
- Prepare for assigned classes and show written evidence of preparation upon request of immediate supervisors.
- Prepare reports on students and activities as required by administration.
- Select, order, and issue books, materials, and supplies for courses or projects.
- Collaborate with other teachers and professionals in the development of instructional programs.
- Attend staff meetings and serve on committees, as required.
- Collaborate with Program Director on class projects, field trips, visits by guest speakers, contests, or other experiential activities.
- Select and schedule class times to ensure maximum attendance.
Requirements
Nice To Haves
Benefits
School Year Schedule
Health Care Plan for Employee 80% paid by employer
Access to Dental and Eye
403 B Retirement Plan
Generous PTO
Professional Development
