MIDDLETOWN PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Mission Statement:

Middletown Public Schools cultivates the brilliance in each student.

Values and Belief Statements:
Empowerment: Middletown Public Schools empowers its students with the knowledge
and skills to create lives brimming with purpose, passion and fulfillment.
Community: Middletown Public Schools harnesses the power of community by
fostering an environment of mutual understanding and appreciation.
Growth: Middletown Public Schools encourages a culture of growth and exploration,
inspiring lifelong learners.
Authenticity: Middletown Public Schools embraces each person’s authenticity and
cultivates an inclusive culture that brings about a sense of belonging.

Open to MFT only. **Applications must be received by 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday July 2, 2025. **

Description: Adult Education GED Teacher

Location: Middletown Adult Ed

Broad Function: This school teacher evaluates and builds students’ skills and abilities in math, science, social studies, and English, and helps adult students prepare for and pass GED tests, which will result in a State of Connecticut high school diploma. This involves instructing students in core subjects like math, science, social studies, and reasoning through reading and language arts, and providing guidance and support to help them achieve their educational goals, creating lesson plans to teach additional information. Progress will be monitored through assignments, curriculum based assessments, GED Ready tests and pre/post CASAS assessments. When necessary, teachers must often adapt their plans to classroom size and work with individuals struggling to overcome barriers. Additionally, the teacher must regularly collaborate with support staff to help students overcome learning barriers and meet individual student needs.

Responsibilities and Duties:

Provides and prioritizes appropriate teaching methods, instruction, and assessment for each student’s needs to prepare them for the GED tests.
Prepares, in advance, appropriate lesson plans.
Demonstrates knowledge and application of the subject matter of English, math, social studies, and science
Maintains accurate records, CASAS tests, conducts progressive evaluations, and compiles reports as required by Connecticut Statutes
Adapts lessons to accommodate individual student differences by using scaffolding techniques and addressing diverse learning styles.
Establishes and maintains open communication and positive rapport with students and school personnel.
Works with fellow teachers, directors, and administration in planning for instruction.
Participates in staff development and in-service training.
Establishes and maintains a learning environment conducive to teaching and learning; plans and implements effective use of classroom time.
Implement and enforce Board of Education and school-based mission, goals, policies, and procedures to uphold the regulations and meet student needs.
Works collaboratively with school counseling personnel and career navigators to assist students with individual needs.
Communicates curriculum and student-related information to students effectively verbally and in writing.
At times, work with students outside of the contractual day
Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Director of Adult Education.

Qualifications and Experience:

Bilingual teacher preferred
Connecticut Teaching Certificate: Must hold a valid Connecticut teaching certificate with endorsements in adult education programs, specifically endorsement 107.
Relevant Experience: five years of experience teaching multiple-level students across the disciplines
Knowledge of GED Exam: Familiarity with the GED exam and its content is highly valued.
Ability to use data to inform and adapt instruction.
Basic Computer Skills: Basic computer skills are also a requirement.
Proficiency in using instructional technology and digital resources.
Pass Appropriate Exams: You may need to pass exams to demonstrate your own skills in reading, math, and writing
Additional Certifications: You may need to hold a Professional Educator Certificate (5-year license) according to All Education Schools to progress to the next level of certification.

Salary: Salary and Benefits per the MFT contract

Starting: 08/25/2025

Physical and Mental Demands / Work Environment:

The physical demands and environmental characteristics described here represent those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Must be mobile with the ability to get from one location in the office or work site(s) to other locations in the office or work site(s)
Ability to stay up to date in changes in technology and data basis required.
Ability to sit or stand for long periods
Ability to lift or carry objects less than thirty (30) pounds
Ability to perform manipulative skills such as writing and typing
Ability to see and read objects closely, such as wiring, labels on equipment, reading/proofreading a report, using a computer monitor, filing and/or retrieving information from a filing system, and verifying the accuracy of financial information
Ability to hear normal sounds with background noise, as in using a telephone or radio, distinguish verbal communication, and communicate through speech, including using a radio
Ability to learn and acquire an understanding of new information, methodologies, and techniques, and how they apply to school goals and operations
Memory adequate to perform tasks/assignments given over long periods
Ability to concentrate on a task for more than 60 minutes

*Only qualified applicants will be contacted.

Open to MFT only. **Applications must be received by 4:00 p.m. on Monday July 2, 2025. **

STATEMENT OF NON-DISCRIMINATION The Middletown Board of Education is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, and it does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, age, marital status, military or veteran status, national origin, ancestry, alienage, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability or pregnancy in any of its education programs, activities, or employment policies. All educational programs and offerings, including vocational education and extracurricular activities, subscribe to this policy.

Adult Education GED Teacher *Open to MFT Only*

Adult Education GED Teacher Open to MFT Only