Adult Education Teacher

The Hampden County Sheriff’s Office is not your average law enforcement agency.

Behind the walls of our facilities in Western Massachusetts, our firm but fair approach to corrections has been emulated across the country and changed countless lives for the better.

We provide empathy and opportunity to all who come under our care and custody with the aim of uplifting individuals and their families.

In the community, Sheriff Nick Cocchi’s never say no’ attitude has evolved the field of community policing, bridging the divide between residents and unmet needs in our neighborhoods.

You’ll find our dedicated staff in the parks, on the waterways, in our schools and on the streets to be a positive, proactive partner for the public good.

If you want to help make the world a better place, consider joining our team !

The Hampden County Sheriff’s Office is seeking a highly motivated and energetic Adult Basic Education Teacher to teach our justice-involved population.

The grant-funded position is full-time, and the teacher is responsible for providing individualized and group instruction for students participating in the education program.

The ELA Instructor (Teacher VII) will be responsible for teaching ELA content and literacy skills at all levels including Adult Basic Education (ABE) and Adult Secondary Education (ASE), following the guidelines set forth by the College and Career Readiness Standards for Adult Education (CCRSAE) utilizing essential components of reading and writing instruction and Evidence-based Reading Instruction (EBRI).

In addition, the instructor will be responsible for administering the Test of Adult Basic Education (TABE) Locator for student placement and the MA Adult Proficiency Test (MAPT) for assessment to students participating in the education program.

Work Schedule :

Monday through Friday : 8 : 00 am - 4 : 00 pm

Flexibility needed to work some evening hours (as requested) Tuesday / Thursday based on student needs.

Flexibility of hours based on operational requirements

Qualifications :

• A bachelor’s degree in a related field with two (2) or more years of experience as a classroom teacher is required; experience in adult basic education or correctional education program is required.
• Bilingual skills are desirable (English / Spanish).
• Must possess a primary, secondary, or ABE teacher license from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, preferably with an ELA endorsement.
• Understanding of essential components of reading and writing instruction including Evidence Based Reading Instruction (EBRI) and / or Student Achievement in Reading (STAR).
• Experience teaching ELA to students preparing for the high school equivalency (HSE) exam.
• Knowledge of educational assessments including TABE and MAPT.
• Familiarity with the College and Career Readiness Standard for Adult Education.
• Experience teaching literacy skills using a contextualized curriculum relevant to the student’s experience and background.
• Working knowledge of Windows-based applications, educational software, and SMART board technology.

Our staff enjoy a generous salary with state benefits including excellent health care options, dental coverage, life insurance, long-term disability coverage and paid time off.

Several annual bonuses are also awarded for physical fitness, performance, and educational achievements. And if you're forward-thinking, the Commonwealth's pension retirement plan is outstanding.