Part-Time GED Program Instructor - 2025-2026

Appoquinimink School District; School (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational institution is seeking a Part-Time GED Program Instructor for the 2025-2026 school year. This role involves instructing students to meet high school graduation requirements in various academic areas. Candidates must hold appropriate Delaware certification, with preference given to those with special education experience. The position offers flexible evening hours and requires maintaining accurate student performance records while fostering a supportive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Must be eligible for State of Delaware Certification as a Secondary teacher.
• Special education experience preferred.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Instruct students in academic content to meet graduation requirements.
• Prepare lesson plans according to curriculum expectations.
• Maintain accurate records to demonstrate student performance.
• Establish rapport with students, staff and parents; support pathway to graduation.
• Uphold district policies and work with counselors on student progress.
• Occasionally work afternoons or evenings per program needs.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Computer skills

Education

State of Delaware Certification

Adult Education Certification in ABE/ESL

Job description

Part‑Time GED Program Instructor – 2025‑2026 (JobID: 4755)

Location: School To Be Determined. Possible locations include Middletown High School, Appoquinimink Library, or Route 9 Library and Innovation Center.

Position Type: Teaching/Professional Positions/ Adult Education.

Date Posted: 5/3/2025. Date Available: ’25‑’26 SY. Closing Date: Until Filled. Reports to: Principal/Adult Education Supervisor. Hours Per Week: 10‑month position, 6‑10 hours per week.

SALARY RANGE: The salary range for this role can be found in the provided link: Salary Scales.

TRAINING: Appoquinimink School District may require you to be trained in Safety‑Care or a similar competency‑based crisis prevention intervention training program as a condition of continued employment.

COMPLIANCE – LICENSURE / CERTIFICATION / PERMIT: Failure to meet or maintain any of the licensing or certification minimum qualifications listed further below may result in withdrawal of the job offer prior to employment or termination if already hired. The district reserves the right to assess compliance at any time.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Have flexibility to work afternoons or evenings, either 3:15pm to 5:15pm or 5pm to 7:45pm depending on the program.
• Instruct in‑school, out‑of‑school youths, and/or adults in academic content areas to meet Delaware High School graduation requirements or instruct ESL/ABE students to gain level improvements.
• Provide appropriate educational opportunities and instruction for each student, according to his/her needs and abilities and specific enrollment program.
• Prepare lesson plans in advance that match district and state curriculum expectations, if needed.
• Keep accurate records, tests, reports, etc. as required by Delaware Statutes and policies, Federal Regulations, and School Board Policy to demonstrate student performance.
• Establish and maintain good rapport and communication with students, school personnel, administrators, and parents.
• Establish an equitable classroom atmosphere conducive to teaching and learning and plan and use classroom time effectively.
• Uphold school regulations as identified in teacher and student handbook and supported by board policy.
• Work closely with counselors and staff to support students on the pathway to graduation.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the administration.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be eligible for State of Delaware Certification as a Secondary English, mathematics, social studies, science, or Spanish teacher, or Adult Education certification in ABE/ESL level(s).
• Special education experience preferred.
• Knowledge of Delaware State Content Standards, Assessment & Accountability.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and computer skills.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The following provides a brief description of physical requirements for this position: Regularly talking, expressing, or exchanging ideas by the spoken word; conveying detailed or important spoken instructions accurately and loudly; normal cognitive abilities; frequent sitting or remaining stationary for long periods; occasional exertion of up to 25 pounds.

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

Work is generally performed in a school environment, requiring the ability to move around the school and classroom.

PRE‑EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

• Criminal background check and tuberculosis test.
• Proper identification (Social Security Card and Driver’s License), documentation of eligibility for employment in the U.S.A., completion of I‑9 form, and completion of paperwork for the Delaware Child Protection Registry.

ADA ACCOMMODATIONS DISCLOSURE

Qualified employees must have the requisite skills, experience, education, and licenses for the job, and must also be able to perform essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations.

NON‑DISCRIMINATION DISCLOSURE

Appoquinimink School District is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. The district does not discriminate on any protected characteristic.

EVALUATION

Job performance will be evaluated in accordance with the provisions set forth in the negotiated contract between the Appoquinimink School District Board of Education and the Appoquinimink Education Association.

APPLICATION PROCESS

• Visit https://www.applitrack.com/apposchooldistrict/onlineapp/.
• Locate the job of interest.
• Select apply.
• Create a username and password to complete the application and keep track of this information.