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Massachusetts Employer Hi Set Instructor in Gloucester, Massachusetts
Role Overview - We are seeking a passionate, adaptable Instructor to join our COMPASS Youth Program and help young adults ages 16-24 earn their HiSET/GED. This role provides individualized tutoring and academic support to students of varying skill levels, helping them prepare for the Reading, Writing, Math, Science, and Social Studies subtests. If you believe in the power of education to create opportunity and are committed to helping young people achieve their goals, we encourage you to apply. Duties/Responsibilities: Help students prepare for the High School Equivalency Test (HISET), teaching them through individualized tutoring sessions and/or small classes. Adapt teaching style to meet the unique needs of students. Administer the Test of Adult Basic Education (TABE) assessment. Collect, track, and enter all relevant data such as student academic standing, progress and achievements in the agency database and to funders as needed. Monitor student educational progress through one-on-one meetings, classroom observation, and assessments. Communicate with students regarding scheduling and academic progress. As is beneficial, utilize Zoom, email, and online educational programs to further student academic progress. Help students prepare for college placement tests and assist with academic support through their post-secondary programs, as needed. As funding allows, Compass assists students who are enrolled in local high schools with completing credit recovery programs. Oversee the academic progress of those students and grade work. Assist students in creating HISET accounts and signing up for tests. Update data tracking systems with student scores. Stay up to date with academic best practices and engage in professional development trainings. Attend and participate in departmental, organization-wide, and other meetings. Act in the best interest of the organization, reflecting the values of teamwork, collaboration, and mutual respect. Other duties as assigned Required Skills/Abilities: Proven track record of helping students achieve high educational outcomes. Ability to work patiently and empathetically with students of varying skills and abilities who come from diverse backgrounds. Previous experience working with opportunity youth. Previous experience with HISET/ GED preparation preferred but not required. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Employment eligibility will be verified through E-Verify upon hire. Ability to comply with and successfully complete a CORI background check before the start of employment. Education and Experience: Master\'s degree in education or bachelor\'s degree with a minimum of three year\'s experience in a diverse educational setting that serves out of school young adults, or equivalent