Adult Education Instructor

Job Description

Montgomery College’s Workforce Development and Continuing Education Unit is seeking one full-time Adult Education Instructors to teach in-person for the GED® Program at the Montgomery County Correctional Facility, a maximum-security facility located in Boyds, Maryland. The work schedule is Monday – Friday, 7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.  This is a non-bargaining, exempt, grade 25 position.

Under general direction and/or supervision, the incumbent provides instruction in adult basic education as needed in order to (1) pass two sections of the GED® exam, including English Language Arts and Social Studies, or (2) develop basic English language skills, using established curricula, materials and assessment data. The incumbent in this position plans and delivers instruction targeting learner needs and goals.

Instructors will be expected to complete detailed, daily reports; abide by all College policies and procedures; and abide by all policies and procedures set by the Montgomery County Department of Corrections.

This is a temporary position with benefits funded through June 30, 2026. Employment continuation beyond this period is contingent upon need and funding.

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Plan, develop and provide instruction in adult basic education in preparation for the GED® Exam or English language skills development.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Education or related field.

• Two to three years of experience teaching the areas of English Language Arts or Social Studies on the GED® exam, English for Speakers of Other Languages, or Special Education.

• Eligible applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States and not require employer visa sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Education, Special Education or related educational field, or in the following areas covered on the GED® exam: English Language Arts or Social Studies.   
• Strong academic background in English Language Arts and Social Studies.
• Proven ability to deliver high quality, effective GED® instruction that meets a range of adult learning needs with a focus on measurable learning outcomes.
• Experience working with diverse and at-risk populations, preferably within a correctional or similar institutional setting.
• Ability to provide high-quality instruction within a structured behavior management framework.
• Demonstrated commitment to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and culturally responsible educational environment.

Hiring Range: $59,887-$77,830 annually. Initial salary placement for new hires falls between the minimum and midpoint of the range and is based on relevant candidate experience and internal equity.  The maximum salary for this position is $95,773.

Application Process:

• Click Here to apply online
• Online applications must be received by August 29, 2025

For degrees earned outside of the U.S., a copy of your education equivalency, conducted by a nationally recognized evaluation service, must be included in your application.

As a condition of employment, the following are required at the time of hire:

• Successful completion of a background check and degree verification (if applicable).

• Participation in a Maryland State Retirement System plan (Pension or Optional Retirement Plan, depending on the position). If you are already retired from the Maryland State Retirement System, you may not enroll in a Maryland State Retirement System plan at Montgomery College and may have earn​ings restrictions, per state law.

Our benefits package includes: generous paid vacation, sick, paid holidays, medical, dental, vision, group legal benefits, professional development, retirement plan, educational assistance, tuition waiver for employee and dependents, wellness programming including onsite gyms, pools and classes.

If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact Human Resources and Strategic Talent Management at 240-567-5353 or HRSTM@montgomerycollege.edu.  We require at least two weeks advance notice to enable us to provide the requested accommodation.

Montgomery College is an equal opportunity employer committed to promoting and fostering diversity among its student body, faculty, and staff.

Montgomery College is a tobacco-free and smoke-free workplace.

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