Adult Education Teacher (Teacher VII)

Hcsoma; Ludlow (MA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonuses

Excellent health care options

Dental coverage

Life insurance

Long-term disability coverage

Paid time off

Job summary

Hampden County Sheriff's Office in Springfield and Chicopee seeks a full-time Adult Education Teacher (Teacher VII) to lead instruction in reading, writing, and math for adults at varied literacy levels. You will use CCRSAE guidance and MAPT/TABE assessments to track progress.

You will support justice-involved individuals, differentiate instruction, and contribute to a rewarding program that helps students build essential skills and advance toward brighter futures.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching adults with diverse literacy levels.
• Familiarity with CCRSAE standards for Adult Education.
• Commitment to supporting justice-involved individuals.
• Ability to differentiate instruction based on student needs.

Responsibilities

• Teach reading, writing, and math to adult learners at varying literacy levels.
• Use differentiated instruction to meet diverse learning needs.
• Administer MAPT and TABE assessments to evaluate progress.
• Support justice-involved individuals in educational journeys toward career readiness.

Skills

Adult learner instruction

CCRSAE knowledge

Commitment to justice-involved

Differentiated instruction

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education or related field

Job description

Do you want to make a difference in the lives of individuals striving for a fresh start? The Hampden County Sheriff's Office is looking for a full-time Adult Education Teacher (Teacher VII) to join our education programs at both the All-Inclusive Support Services center in Springfield and the Western Massachusetts Regional Women’s Correctional Center in Chicopee. This is an incredible opportunity to support justice-involved individuals in building essential skills and creating a path toward a brighter future.

As an Adult Education Teacher, you’ll provide group instruction in reading, writing, and math to students at varying literacy levels, using differentiated instruction tailored to meet individual needs. You’ll follow the College and Career Readiness Standards for Adult Education (CCRSAE) to guide your teaching and help students improve their literacy and numeracy skills. You’ll also assess students using the MA Adult Proficiency Test (MAPT) and Test of Adult Basic Education (TABE) to track progress.

This full-time, benefitted position offers a rewarding opportunity to directly impact lives while working in a supportive environment. Be part of the change – teach, inspire, and make a lasting impact. If you’re passionate about education and want to help others build a brighter future,

Key Responsibilities:

• Teach reading, writing, and math to adult learners at different literacy levels.
• Use differentiated instruction to meet diverse learning needs.
• Administer assessments (MAPT and TABE) to evaluate student progress.
• Support justice-involved individuals in their educational journey and help them gain the skills necessary for success.

Qualifications:

• Classroom experience with adult learners.
• Knowledge of the College and Career Readiness Standards for Adult Education (CCRSAE).
• Strong commitment to working with justice-involved individuals.
• Ability to differentiate instruction based on student needs.

Please apply by January 9, 2026

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday: 8 a.m.-4 p.m.

Applicants subject to background investigation, drug screening and medical clearance.

Our staff enjoy a generous salary with state benefits including excellent health care options, dental coverage, life insurance, long-term disability coverage and paid time off. We also award annual bonuses for performance, and educational achievements. And if you're forward-thinking, the Commonwealth's pension retirement plan is outstanding.