Adult Education Teacher- GED Instructor at the Schenectady County Correctional Facility

Adult Education Teacher- GED Instructor at the Schenectady County Correctional Facility

Application Deadline

10/9/2026

Position Start Date

9/1/2026

Position Title

Adult Education Teacher- GED Instructor at the Schenectady County Correctional Facility

Required Application Type

Teacher / Admin

Salary/Pay Scale

$37,000-$47,439 /per year

Job Description

GED Teacher Role - Adult Ed

Adult Education Teacher

Adult Education Teachers are advocates who provide support to maximize student potential and academic achievement while serving the needs of a diverse student population.. As a result of the Adult Education Teacher, students will acquire skills and knowledge to pass the GED Exam.

The successful candidate possesses:

• Ability to work collaboratively with staff members, and administrators;

• Ability to build strong relationships with students, staff, parents and the community;

• Excellent organizational, verbal, and written communication skills;

• Strong foundation in the principles of anti-racism, trauma-sensitivity, and culturally-responsive education.

• Strives to grow and learn in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.

• Bachelor's Degree

Job responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Maintain student records and data

• Assisting students with personal goal setting, action planning, and progress-monitoring

• Formulate and teach engaging lessons

• Teach all sub-tests that are on the GED exam

Location: Multiple

Job Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Certified in New York State.

• Bachelor’s degree (Master’s preferred).

• Prior teaching experience preferred

Application Procedure

About Schenectady City Schools

With a population of nearly 10,000 students, the Schenectady City School District is one of the largest in the Capital Region. With an incredibly diverse population we are committed to ensuring that all children feel valued, are safe and will learn. We place the highest priority on a culture of equity, ensuring that race, economics, and disability are never predictors of student achievement. Every child in our district counts and will be supported each step of the way, along the path to graduation.

The Schenectady City School District is committed to hiring members of protected classes and residents of the City of Schenectady. For more information on the District’s recruitment and hiring plan, please contact the Human Resources Office at 881-2000 ext. 40133. The Schenectady City School District does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, creed, disability, marital status, veteran status, national origin, race or gender. This policy is in compliance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Regulations and By-Laws of the Board of Education of the Schenectady City School District.

Job Category

Adult Education Teachers

Job Location

80 Nott Terrace

Additional Information