Part-Time Adjunct Instructor - High School Equivalency Program

State University of New York at Buffalo; New York (NY); On-site; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition-free academic programs

Workforce development training

Gainful employment opportunities

Job summary

A Public Educational Institution in New York seeks a Part-Time Adjunct Instructor for the High School Equivalency Program. The successful candidate will be responsible for engaging students across various subjects and providing direct instruction and support for GED preparation, utilizing both virtual and onsite models. Applicants should have a Master's Degree in Education, a passion for adult education, and effective communication skills. The role offers competitive salary and is ideal for educators who thrive in diverse learning environments.

Qualifications

• 3 years of previous experience in adult education or an HSE Program.
• Must be able to teach one or more subjects: reading, writing, math, science, and social studies.
• Knowledge of the GED exam and requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide students with appropriate learning materials and expertise.
• Evaluate students’ performance and provide timely feedback.
• Provide direct instruction and individualized tutoring for GED preparation.

Skills

Teaching skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Master’s Degree in Education or related field

Job description

Overview

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.

Responsibilities

• 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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• Our benefits, where we prioritize your well-being and success to enhance every aspect of your life.

University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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.

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.

Salary Range

Salary Range Competitive

Job Type

Part-Time

Campus

Downtown Campus

Posting Alerts

Special Instructions Summary

Additional Information

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

Director of Instructional Services

Contact’s Email: [e-mail]

Contact’s Phone: [phone]

Posting Dates

Posted 03/11/2026

Date to be filled

References

Number of References Required: 3

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * What subject areas are you qualified to teach?

1. Reading
2. Writing
3. Math
4. Science
5. Social Studies
6. High School Equivalency

1. * What will be the highest level of education attained by the time of employment?

1. GED
2. High School Diploma
3. Associates Degree
4. Bachelors Degree
5. Masters Degree
6. PhD/Doctoral Degree
7. MD
8. JD

1. * How many years of directly related experience do you have?

1. 0
2. 1
3. 2
4. 3
5. 4
6. 5
7. 6
8. 7
9. 8
10. 9
11. 10+

1. * Please indicate your current employment affiliation with the University at Buffalo.

1. Faculty
2. Faculty Student Association (FSA)
3. Research Foundation Employee
4. State Classified
5. State Professional
6. UB Foundation
7. TA/GA
8. Student
9. No Current Employment Affiliation

1. * How did you first hear about this employment opportunity?

1. AcademicKeys.com
2. CareerExposure.com
3. CareerWomen.com
4. Chronicle of Higher Education
5. DiversitySearch.com
6. GoogleJobs.com
7. HERCjobs.org
8. HigherEdJobs.com
9. IMDiversity.com
10. Indeed.com
11. LinkedIn.com
12. MBACareers.com
13. Conference
14. Personal Referral
15. UBJobs.buffalo.edu
16. Other

1. * Are you a SUNY employee eligible for special consideration as a result of retrenchment?

1. Yes
2. No

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].