Job opportunity
Adult Education - Adult Basic Education (GED) and High School Equivalency Instructor
Dutchess County BOCES
Adult Education - Adult Basic Education (GED) and High School Equivalency Instructor JobID: 2590
Position Type:
Adult Education/ AD ED INSTRUCTOR
Date Posted:
7/27/2026
Closing Date:
09/08/2026
Anticipated:
Adult Education - Adult Basic Education (GED) and High School Equivalency Instructor
GENERAL STATEMENT
OF JOB:
The Dutchess BOCES Adult Learning Institute is looking for enthusiastic and nurturing instructors for adults returning to the classroom with the goal of obtaining a New York High School Equivalency Diploma (GED).
SUPERVISES : N/A
QUALIFICATIONS,
EXPERIENCE AND
COMPETENCIES:
Bachelors Degree required, Masters Degree K-12 Permanent Certification preferred, but not required. If no teaching certification, must be eligible and willing to apply for NY Adult Education Certification within 6 months of start date.
The ideal candidate will have experience working with adults of varied socioeconomic, cultural, educational, and/or differently-abled backgrounds, particularly in an educational setting.
Must be confident teaching high school math and language skills.
Great opportunity for retired teachers, new college graduates, and those who wish to make a difference and change lives in a positive way.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS
AND ABILITIES
DUTIES AND
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Job duties include creating individualized lesson plans, public outreach, student communication, progress and attendance tracking, and assessment administration.
Classes hours vary, depending on location but typically run 3 hours a day, 2-4 days a week, for a total of 6-9 hours weekly. Potential classroom instructors must be able to commit to a set weekly schedule, although applicants for substitute teachers on an as-needed basis are welcome!
Classes are open entry and in person. Students are 18 and older.
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Adult Education/ AD ED INSTRUCTOR
Date Posted:
7/27/2026
Closing Date:
09/08/2026
Anticipated:
Adult Education - Adult Basic Education (GED) and High School Equivalency Instructor
GENERAL STATEMENT
OF JOB:
The Dutchess BOCES Adult Learning Institute is looking for enthusiastic and nurturing instructors for adults returning to the classroom with the goal of obtaining a New York High School Equivalency Diploma (GED).
SUPERVISES : N/A
QUALIFICATIONS,
EXPERIENCE AND
COMPETENCIES:
Bachelors Degree required, Masters Degree K-12 Permanent Certification preferred, but not required. If no teaching certification, must be eligible and willing to apply for NY Adult Education Certification within 6 months of start date.
The ideal candidate will have experience working with adults of varied socioeconomic, cultural, educational, and/or differently-abled backgrounds, particularly in an educational setting.
Must be confident teaching high school math and language skills.
Great opportunity for retired teachers, new college graduates, and those who wish to make a difference and change lives in a positive way.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS
AND ABILITIES
DUTIES AND
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Job duties include creating individualized lesson plans, public outreach, student communication, progress and attendance tracking, and assessment administration.
Classes hours vary, depending on location but typically run 3 hours a day, 2-4 days a week, for a total of 6-9 hours weekly. Potential classroom instructors must be able to commit to a set weekly schedule, although applicants for substitute teachers on an as-needed basis are welcome!
Classes are open entry and in person. Students are 18 and older.
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