NCE Instructor

Newton Public Schools; Newton (MA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Newton Public Schools' Newton Community Education invites applications for an NCE Instructor. Instructors deliver engaging classes, plan lessons, supervise students, manage attendance and safety, and host online sessions when needed.

The role focuses on creating accessible learning experiences, developing syllabi, using visuals for English learners, and collaborating with the program coordinator and site staff to support student needs. Immediate start; part-time scheduling.

Qualifications

• Commit to Kids/Adult Instructor expectations and policies.
• Support Financial Assistance Policy.
• 2+ years experience in the field; kids/teens require 2+ years with children.
• Strong expertise and enthusiasm in the content area.
• Inclusive mindset and engagement for all students.
• Reliable, punctual and responsible; CORI/SORI background check.
• Online instructors must be tech proficient.

Responsibilities

• Support NCE mission and values.
• Provide course description to program coordinator.
• Provide syllabus/plan with learning objectives.
• Prepare materials and budget approvals; ensure accessible visuals.
• Foster belonging and active student participation.
• Supervise students and ensure safety; notify coordinators of issues.
• Support students with special needs as directed by staff.
• Prepare classroom and leave it in good condition.
• Teach make-up classes as needed due to weather or other issues.
• For online instructors, secure equipment and tech for class.
• Respond to staff feedback and adjust accordingly.

Skills

2+ years experience

Second language

Background check

Content expertise

References

Inclusion

Online teaching

Reliability

Policy adherence

Job description

NCE Instructor

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Job Details

Job ID: 5930492

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 17, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Department: Newton Community Education

FLSA Status (Exempt/Non-exempt): Non-Exempt,Non-Aligned

Reports To: Principal/Department Chair

SUMMARY

NCE Instructors deliver engaging and educational classes and programming to students of all ages. Instructors are responsible for class preparation and planning, teaching, student supervision, attendance and all safety protocols, cleanup, and online meeting hosting if applicable.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability and commitment to abide by all standards and practices detailed in the Kids Instructor Expectations or Adult Instructor Expectations documents

• Support NCE’s commitment to inclusion and access by participating in the Financial Assistance Policy
• 2+ years’ experience in the field taught. If a Kids or Teen class, 2+ working with children in an educational or recreational setting
• Strong expertise and enthusiasm in relevant content area
• An inclusive mindset and commitment to engaging all enrolled students regardless of background, level of experience, English language ability, etc
• History of reliability, punctuality, and overall responsibility.
• Proficiency in a second language a plus
• Excellent references
• Clean CORI/SORI/fingerprint background check
• For online teachers, strong technological competency and online meeting hosting skills are a must

JOB FUNCTIONS

• Actively work to support NCE’s mission and values

• Provide a course description to NCE program coordinator
• Provide the program coordinator with a syllabus/plan for progressively developing students’ skills over the course of the program. The course should have clear learning objectives and the activities of each lesson should be planned in advance to meet those objectives
• Prepare materials necessary for the course and each class, including preparing and garnering approval for a materials budget if applicable. Visuals are important for access for English language learners and students with hearing impairments and should be posted and clear as much as possible
• Use intentional activities and language to foster a sense of belonging and community in the classroom. Unless it is explicitly a lecture for adults, classes should have students doing and/or talking the majority of the time.
• Ensure students leave with an enriched understanding and sense of enthusiasm for the content area
• Supervise students during class and ensure their safety. Enlist NCE site coordinators for assistance as needed. Notify program coordinators of any issues and incidents immediately. (see Expectations documents for details)
• Support students with special needs as communicated by NCE office staff
• Oversee respectful use of classroom space, including preparing classroom for class and leaving it in good condition
• Teach make-up classes as necessitated by weather or unforeseen circumstances
• For online instructors, secure everything needed for equipment and technology prior to class
• Respond and adjust to NCE staff feedback

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to operate computer, printer, telephone, copier, facsimile machine, and all other standard office equipment
• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time
• Sufficient mobility to navigate within a large or small school building
• Regularly required to lift and/or move objects weighing up to 25 pounds

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In compliance with state and federal laws, Newton Public Schools is committed to equity, anti-racism and a nondiscrimination policy for students, employees and prospective applicants. All educational and employment determinations are based on an individual’s qualifications and achievements without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, pregnancy, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, ancestry, homelessness, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by state and/or federal statute.

Position Type: Part-Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Natasha Padilla-Goddard
• Newton Community Education
• Email: [e-mail]