Evening Math Adjunct Teacher

Reports to: Instructional Manager Functional Area: Academic FLSA Status: Contract

Location: Wards 5 & 8 Job Classification Category: Teacher- Contract

POSITION OVERVIEW:

The contract adjunct teachers teach during the evening (6:00 - 9:30 pm) at our Ward 8 site (421 Alabama Avenue, SE) or at our Ward 5 site (2315 18^th Place, NE). Math teachers teach Tuesday and Thursday.

All teachers are responsible for creating a supportive, empowering learning environment for adult learners and delivering quality content area instruction.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Student Instruction and Support

• Teach adult basic education, secondary, and post-secondary level classes to adults as required for a successful transition into post-secondary education or the workforce. Math teachers may teach science, technology and math classes.
• Develop lesson plans that ensure the attainment of state learning standards and the additional specific learning standards set forth in the curriculum map adopted in the Charter agreement;
• Provide direct and indirect instruction;
• Engage in long and short-term planning addressing individual needs of students;
• Prepare students adequately for all required assessments;
• Prepare at least twice per term individual student progress reports for students
• Provide ongoing assessment of individual student progress and adjust lesson plans to meet the needs of the students;
• Coordinate lesson plans with other teachers to maximize possibilities for teaching similar topics in the same general time frame, thus reinforcing student knowledge on an interdisciplinary basis;
• Oversee volunteer instructional staff serving as co-teachers in their classes and to those providing one-on-one or small group tutoring to their students;
• Engage in effective and appropriate classroom management;
• Coordinate with Student Support Services in ensuring adult learners get both the academic and social services they need to be successful in school and in their transition to college or career. Participate in regular meetings with the Student Support Team for this purpose.
• Perform other duties, as deemed appropriate, by the Instructional Manager or Principal.

Program Administration and Data Collection

• Provide accurate and timely collection and entry of student attendance, class progress and disciplinary actions, if needed.

• Professional Development

• Commit to ongoing professional development in techniques for teaching adults, in the GED, NEDP and Accuplacer, as appropriate, and in particular subject content area.
• Participate in professional development, learning circles and/or peer coaching sessions.
• Accept and incorporate feedback and coaching from administrative staff and Lead Teachers.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's Degree or one to two years related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience, preferably in an urban setting
• Master's Degree in Education or other related field and/or certification in adult education or 2 years of Adult Education experience strongly preferred
• Familiarity with standardized assessments for adults, particularly CASAS, GED, NEDP and the Accuplacer (commonly used community college placement exam)
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Must be a self-starter and able to multi-task
• Strong computer skills, including Excel
• Excellent oral and written communication skills

OTHER NECESSARY SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Demonstrated communication skills
• Demonstrated ability and experience to engage the interest of adult learners
• Demonstrated ability to work with diverse adult learners, including those with special needs
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a team member
• Demonstrated ability to evaluate tests and measurements of achievement
• Demonstrated willingness to be held accountable for student results
• Sensitive to the needs of adult learners and respectful of learner confidentiality
• Experience working with volunteers and consultants
• Strong cultural competency skills, including excellent ability to communicate with a diverse population

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Academy of Hope (AoH) Adult Public Charter School was founded in 1985 to serve low-income and at-risk adults in the District of Columbia by providing them the opportunity to improve their basic educational skills, earn high school credentials, and/or prepare for postsecondary education or training.

Our work atmosphere is professional, friendly, and supportive. Our staff values both teamwork and independence. We encourage creativity and the sharing of ideas. The noise level in the work environment is conducive to a typical office setting.

We're looking for motivated individuals with a passion for working in the Adult Education field to join us! Our compensation structure offers pay commensurate with experience and excellent benefits. Candidates for employment will be subjected to a federal criminal background check, as permitted by and in accordance with applicable law. Learn more about Academy of Hope Adult Public Charter School at .

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: AoH is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not allow discrimination with respect to employment or any of the terms or conditions of employment because of actual or perceived race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, citizenship status, pregnancy, childbirth, (or related medical conditions, including, but not limited to lactation), physical disability, mental and/or intellectual disability, age, military status or status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran, marital status, registered domestic partner or civil union status, gender (including sex stereotyping and gender identity or expression), medical condition (including, but not limited to, cancer-related or HIV/AIDS-related), genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

DEI Statement: AoH seeks a broad spectrum of employees and is strongly committed to a diverse, inclusive, and equitable work environment. We strongly encourage interest in employment from all backgrounds, including Black, Indigenous, People of Color, members of the LGTBQIA25+ community, members of underrepresented groups, people with seen and unseen disabilities, and people of all ages.

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