Adjunct Teacher – The Excel Center

Adjunct teacher – the excel center

Part-Time | Term-Based Position | $3640 Renewable based on performance, student enrollment, and grant funding availability

Help adult learners reach their educational goals

The Excel Center, operated by Goodwill Industries of the Chesapeake, is seeking an enthusiastic and student-focused Adjunct Teacher to support adult learners on their path to earning a high school diploma.

Working under the direction of a Lead Teacher, the Adjunct Teacher delivers engaging instruction, provides individualized support to students with varying academic needs, and helps create a positive learning environment where adult learners can succeed. This role is ideal for educators who are passionate about adult education, student achievement, and making a meaningful impact in their community.

This term-based position includes 8 weeks of instruction, Monday/Wednesday or Tuesday/Thursday from 4:45pm-8:15pm, plus 2 hours of tutoring/office hours per week, and an Orientation week prior to the session starting. Additional time for meetings or professional development may also be required.

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• What you'll do
• Deliver classroom instruction using lesson plans and instructional materials developed by the Lead Teacher
• Facilitate learning activities aligned with Maryland Academic Standards
• Utilize a variety of instructional strategies, including direct instruction, small-group learning, one-on-one support, and online learning tools
• Support students with diverse academic backgrounds and learning needs
• Administer assessments and monitor student progress
• Foster a positive, engaging, and inclusive classroom environment
• Communicate student progress and academic concerns with students, colleagues, and school staff
• Provide individualized support to help students stay engaged and meet learning goals
• Communicate relevant student progress information to coaches and leadership staff as directed
• Collaborate with Lead Teachers and instructional staff to support student achievement
• Participate in school-wide activities, student orientation efforts, and retention initiatives as assigned
• Attend required team meetings, professional development sessions, and training opportunities
• Maintain accurate records and classroom data and provide updates to the Lead Teacher

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What we're looking for

• Required qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in the subject area being taught
• Current Maryland Teaching License or certification in the subject area
• Ability to obtain required certification within one year may be considered for provisional employment

Preferred Qualifications

• Two or more years of teaching experience after licensure
• Experience teaching high school curriculum
• Experience working with adult learners, non-traditional students, urban education settings, or adult education programs
• Multiple Maryland teaching endorsements
• Bilingual in English and Spanish

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• Knowledge, skills & abilities
• Passion for teaching and student success
• Ability to engage and motivate adult learners
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to analyze student data and use it to support learning outcomes
• Collaborative mindset and ability to work effectively within a team environment
• Flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced educational setting
• Proficiency with Google Workspace (Chrome, Drive, Docs, Slides, Gmail), Microsoft Teams, Word, and Excel
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and classroom management skills

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Physical requirements

• Light Physical Demand
• Ability to stand, walk, and move throughout the classroom environment
• Occasionally lift and carry materials up to 20 pounds

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• Travel requirements
• Up to 25% local travel as needed
• Occasional unplanned travel may be required

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• Work environment
• Classroom and office setting
• Limited exposure to environmental hazards
• Quiet learning environment

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👉 Learn more about Goodwill Industries of the Chesapeake and our benefits

https://goodwillches.org/about-us/goodwill-careers/ [https://goodwillches.org/about-us/goodwill-careers/]

EOE – Including Disability/Veterans