<p>Job Description: GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:</p> <p>STCC is seeking an innovative and committed Adult Education Instructor to deliver engaging, student-centered mathematics instruction to adult learners. The instructor will design dynamic lessons tailored to meet the diverse needs of learners, supporting their progress toward high school equivalency (HiSET/GED), college readiness, and workforce preparation.</p> <p>Instruction is delivered in both face-to-face and online formats; therefore, candidates must be comfortable teaching in both modalities as needed. Instructors develop multi-week unit plans featuring clear learning objectives and timed agendas aligned with the College and Career Readiness Standards for Adult Education(CCRSAE) and best instructional practices.</p> <p>This role emphasizes interdisciplinary integration by applying mathematics in real-world contexts, including science, social studies, and technology, to foster critical thinking and problem-solving skills. We seek an educator who can make math accessible, relevant, and empowering for adult learners with varied backgrounds and career goals.</p> <p>Additional responsibilities include developing and administering assessments, analyzing student progress, adapting curriculum and materials as needed, and maintaining accurate records of attendance and achievement.</p> <p>The instructor actively supports learners in identifying and pursuing career goals while building the college and career readiness skills necessary for successful transitions into employment, workforce training, and/or post-secondary education.</p> <p>The instructor works closely with the Education & Career Advisors to ensure student engagement and retention. By designing and implementing activities, projects, and assessments tailored to learners' skill levels, the instructor fosters a supportive and engaging learning environment.</p> <p>RESPONSIBILITIES:</p> <p>Creates a supportive, inclusive, and culturally responsive learning environmentProvides high quality instruction focused on increasing knowledge and skills toward the attainment of a High School Equivalency (HSE) or General Educational Development (GED) certificate.Works with College and Career Advisors to encourage student persistence and retention, and guide learners in identifying career goals and developing work readiness skills in relation to the goals including providing information about careers, career pathways, employment opportunities, contextualized instruction, and understanding educational programs, job training, or employment opportunities related to their interests.Prepares thematic units and associated lesson plans in alignment with the College and Career Readiness Standards for Adult Education using a contextualized and integrated curriculum.Utilizes technology and online learning platforms (Zoom, Google Classroom) effectively to engage students and support instruction. Prepares/assigns instructional materials such as videos, models, labs, class websites, links, challenges, games, projects in the learning management system.Assesses student progress using summative and formative and benchmark assessments (MAPT), and maintains accurate student records.Adapts teaching strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles and backgrounds.Works closely with Educational and Career Advisor and other program staff to develop and maintain student assessment schedules in order to meet program goals and fulfill funding requirements.Participates in program planning, curriculum development, professional development, continuous improvement activities, and other required tasks as assigned by the supervisor.Attends meetings, participates in program events, projects and other duties as assigned by the supervisor.</p> <p>Requirements: REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:</p> <p>Bachelors' degreeAbility to teach with proficiency in person and/or onlineStrong written and interpersonal communication in EnglishProficient in instructional technology and digital toolsExcellent organizational skillsCommitment to learner-centered instruction, life-long learning, professional development, and continuous improvementBelief that students can learn and willingness to meet the needs of ALL studentsDemonstrates a positive attitude, patience, flexibility and ability to explain and breakdown concepts to all learners to ensure comprehension and application</p> <p>PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:</p> <p>At least two (2) years' experience working with a diverse populationKnowledge of adult learning principles and trauma-informed practicesTrained on MAPT, and/or other standardized placement assessments preferredKnowledge and experience with DESE funded Adult Community Learning programs preferredProficiency in Spanish and/or other languagesStrong leadership skills</p> <p>EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT:</p> <p>Applicants who do not meet the qualifications as stated above are encouraged to put in writing precisely how their background and experience have prepared them with the equivalent combination of education, training and experience required for the responsibilities of this position.</p> <p>Additional Information: WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS:</p> <p>Working environment inside classroom/office space. Normally seated, standing or walking at will. Light physical exertion.</p> <p>Salary: $32.00/hourWork Schedule: Up to 18.5 hours per week (day)Benefits: Non-benefitedUnion: NoGrant Funded: YesTravel: Position based on STCC Campus; some local travel possibleClosing Date: Open Until Filled</p> <p>All candidates must have legal authorization to work in the United States. Springfield Technical Community College is not sponsoring H1B Visa.</p> <p>INFORMATION AWARENESS SECURITY TRAINING:</p> <p>Candidates for employment should be aware that all STCC employees are required to complete Information Awareness Security Training within thirty days of their orientation date and annually thereafter.</p> <p>Application Instructions: All available positions are located at: www.stcc.edu/about-stcc/employment which applicants must apply online by submitting a cover letter, resume and three (3) professional references.</p> <p>Cover letter must demonstrate how your education and experience qualifies you for this position.</p> <p>PRE-EMPLOYMENT DETAILS:</p> <p>STCC conducts a pre-employment screening. Initial and continued employment is dependent upon meeting National Background Check, Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) and/or Sex Offender Registry Information (SORI) check and if applicable, Physical and Alcohol/Drug Testing requirements. Screening also includes verification of academic credentials, licenses, certifications, and/or verification of work history. Finalist(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment screening as a condition of employment.</p> <p>POLICY STATEMENT ON AFFIRMATIVE ACTION, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY & DIVERSITY:</p> <p>Springfield Technical Community College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, disability, religion, age, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy or related conditions, gender identity, sex characteristics, sex stereotypes or sexual orientation in its programs and activities as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statutes and college policies. The College prohibits Sex-Based Harassment. Inquiries or complaints concerning discrimination, harassment, or retaliation shall be referred to the College's Affirmative Action Officer and/or Title IX Coordinator, Kathryn C. Senie, Ed.D, J.D. at 413.755.5642 or via email at kcsenie@stcc.edu, the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination, the Equal Employment Opportunities Commission or the United States Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights.</p> <p>EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT:</p> <p>STCC's personnel and academic decisions, programs and policies are formulated and conducted in a manner, which will ensure equal access for all people and prevent discrimination. As part of this effort, a College will ensure that employment and academic decisions, programs and policies will be based solely on the individual eligibility, merit or fitness of applicants, employees and students without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, marital status, military service, gender identity, genetic information, sexual orientation or political or union affiliation.</p>