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Part-Time Adult Literacy Teacher, Springfeld City Library, (Springfield, MA)

Description

Responsible for teaching adult basic education in reading, writing and math. Creates lesson plans, assesses students’ learning gains, completes all required documentation and teaches lessons and evaluates success.  Work is performed under the direction of the Project Manager. No supervision is exercised over other employees. 

Responsibilities

  • Teaches beginning reading and writing skills to adult students with literacy levels equivalent to grade levels 0 – 3
  • Reviews and evaluates students’ work
  • Prepares lesson plans and activities
  • Prepares work area for students
  • Prepares classroom area for students
  • Copies, files and organizes paperwork
  • Engages in collaborative planning with other teachers
  • Engages in professional development activities related to adult learning and teaching adults

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in education or related field
  • Minimum of two years of teaching experience, preferably in teaching adults 
  • Ability to interact successfully with adult students and the public
  • Ability to teach basic reading, writing, and math 
  • Proficiency using computers and computer software. 
  • Experience utilizing office machines, such as copy machines
  • Ability to assist students in using computers

The City of Springfield has a residency requirement, and allows new hires up to two years to establish residency in the City.

Hours and Compensation

Salary: $26,987.48 per year.

How to Apply

Visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/springfieldma/jobs/4805460-0/adult-literacy-teacher for full listing and to apply. Closing date is July 17th, 2025 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time.