Part-Time Adjunct Instructor - High School Equivalency Program

University at Buffalo; Buffalo (NY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

The Buffalo Educational Opportunity Center (BEOC) at the University at Buffalo invites candidates to join as a Part-Time Adjunct Instructor for the High School Equivalency Program. The role supports seated, remote, and online instruction, with responsibilities spanning curriculum development and GED exam preparation.

Ideal candidates hold a Master’s in Education and have experience in adult education or HSE, plus strong organizational and communication skills to collaborate with students, staff,

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Education or related field.
• 3 years of adult education or HSE experience.
• Ability to teach GED subjects (Reading, Writing, Math, Science, Social Studies).
• Knowledge of GED exam and requirements.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills with students, faculty, staff, and employees.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates subject matter knowledge and provides learning materials and expertise in assigned subject(s).
• Evaluates students’ performance and provides timely feedback to guide learning and success.
• Provides direct group instruction and tutoring for GED prep and post-secondary pathways.
• Responsible for curriculum assessment and development for GED subjects.
• Works with Testing Center to schedule GED exams and assists students with postsecondary plans.
• Builds curriculum for GED content delivered in virtual and onsite formats.
• Participates in HSE meetings with EOCs and community organizations.
• Uses effective communication strategies with stakeholders about the HSE program.

Skills

Teaching

Communication

Organization

Education

Master’s Degree in Education or related field

Equivalent education/experience considered

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Part-Time Adjunct Instructor - High School Equivalency Program

Position Title Part-Time Adjunct Instructor - High School Equivalency Program

The Buffalo Educational Opportunity Center ( BEOC ) invites candidates who can enthusiastically inspire and engage students as a Part-Time Adjunct Instructor for the High School Equivalency Program. Candidates should have the ability to teach seated, remote, and online courses.
Academic Responsibilities and Essential Functions:

• Demonstrates sound knowledge and understanding of subject matter. Provides students with appropriate learning materials and expertise in assigned subject(s).
• Evaluates students’ performance and provides effective and timely feedback to guide student learning and success.
• Provides direct group instruction/coaching and individualized tutoring for students preparing for the GED Exam and/or post-secondary education and training through Academic Review.
• Responsible for curriculum assessment and development for all subjects covered in the GED Exam (Reading, Writing, Math, Science, and Social Studies).
• Works closely with the Testing Center to ensure that HSE students are appropriately scheduled for the GED Exam and collaborates with designated Student Services staff to assist HSE students with succession plans to either advance into postsecondary education, training opportunities, and/or a job.
• Builds on and implements curriculum tailored to content on the GED Exam to be delivered in both a virtual model and, when possible, in an onsite classroom instruction model.
• Participates in regularly scheduled meetings related to HSE with other EOCs and community organizations offering HSE programming.
• Uses effective and timely communication strategies and methods to communicate with various stakeholders regarding the HSE Program.
  

About the Buffalo Educational Opportunity Center

The Buffalo Educational Opportunity Center ( BEOC ) is an adult education enterprise, of the State University of New York, University Center for Academic and Workforce Development ( UCAWD ), with an annual enrollment of 1,940 students, that provides urban and/or disadvantaged residents in the Western New York area with tuition-free academic programs, workforce development training and certifications, and gainful employment opportunities. The mission of BEOC is to produce lifelong learners who are self-directed, empowered, and committed to excellence. Residents of the surrounding Buffalo community are provided a range of services designed to develop the academic and workforce development skills necessary to become self-sufficient. Programs and services are structured to adapt to the needs of our students - as well as to the demands of our community - and serve as first steps toward the attainment of long-term educational and employment skills. To learn more about the Buffalo Educational Opportunity Center, visit our website .

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The University at Buffalo is an equal opportunity employer ( EOE ) and welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with a disability.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Education or a related educational field.
• 3 years of previous experience in adult education or an HSE Program.
• Must be able to teach one or more of the following subjects (reading, writing, math, science, and social studies).
• Knowledge of the GED exam and requirements.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills and be able to work well with students, faculty, staff, and employees.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.

Preferred Qualifications

• One year of experience with online and hybrid teaching and related methodologies.
• Knowledgeable in multiple content areas and theoretical frameworks within stated discipline, as well as issues related to diversity and multiculturalism.
• Experience teaching in adult education.
• Knowledge of Microsoft software and ability to work with computers and education related databases.
• Experience working with academically under-prepared and/or economically disadvantaged adults.

Prodig+ No

Executive Position

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Executive Position No

Physical Demands

May be required to occasionally move items that are 11 to 20 pounds. Includes frequent moving, ascending/descending stairs, and positioning self to move carts.

Driving Requirements

Driving Requirements This position will never drive a university owned vehicle.

Salary Range

Salary Range Competitive

Job Type

Job Type Part-Time

Campus

Campus Downtown Campus

Is a background check required for this posting?

Is a background check required for this posting? Yes

Background Check Notification For non-internal applicants: a selected candidate will have to complete and pass a background check prior to appointment.

Contact Information

Contact's Name

Jacqueline Boyd

Contact's Pronouns

Contact's Title

Director of Instructional Services

Contact's Email

[e-mail]

Contact's Phone

716-645-1900

UB is an AA/EOE and welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Arrangements will be made if an applicant has a disability in order to provide access to the application, interview and selection process upon request. Reasonable accommodation requests must be made in a timely manner by email at [e-mail] or by phone [phone].