Part Time Adult Education Teacher Job Martinsburg area,West Virginia USA,Education / Teaching

Position Type:
Adult Education/ Adult Education Teacher
Date Posted:
9/14/2026
Location:

Martinsburg Correctional Center and Jail

TITLE OF VACANCY

Part-Time Adult Education Teacher

POSITION TYPE

Professional

ADMINISTRATIVE UNIT

WV Schools of Diversion and Transition

EMPLOYMENT TERM

Part Time Employment: up to 29 hours per week; 1039 hours per fiscal year.

TYPICAL WORK HOURS

Operating hours of host agency, as specified by the school principal.

SALARY

Pursuant to WV Code §18A-4-17, salary based on experience and education level per CBOE salary schedule.

JOB SUMMARY

Provide instruction to ensure that students meet learning objectives and standards for the appropriate content.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Implements the WV Schools of Diversion and Transition approved program of study.

Fosters a classroom climate conducive to learning.

Utilizes instructional techniques and methods which increase student learning.

Monitors student progress toward mastery of instructional goals and objectives.

Promotes and maintains positive student-teacher and interagency lines of communication.

Meets professional responsibilities.

Complies with host agency's policies and procedures.

Works in a cooperative manner with Division of Corrections & Rehabilitation staff to ensure a safe and secure environment and the integration of treatment and educational goals.

Maintains and upgrades professional skills.

Assists educational staff with special learners, such as ESL and students below grade level.

May require flexibility in work hours to meet the needs of the target population.

Performs other duties as assigned by the principal.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

Holds or qualifies for a West Virginia Professional Teaching Certificate including those in Career and Technical Education OR holds or qualifies for an Adult License for Adult Education.

Qualifications for an Adult License for Adult

Education:

Bachelor's degree (minimum 2.5 GPA)

Possesses the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully: (a) perform the job requirements; (b) work within a correctional setting, and (c) work as part of an education and rehabilitation team.

Preference will be given to those having certification and experience in the areas of elementary education, math education, reading education, and special education.

DESIRED

Background in special education, remedial reading, math education, or experience working with students in need of remediation or well below grade/age level.

Experience in working with inmates or troubled youth.

Knowledge and skills in computer assisted instruction.

Knowledge and skills in the education of the adult learner.

EXPECTATIONS

The staff member works effectively as a member of the educational team.
The staff member demonstrates self-control and exhibit an attitude of mutual respect and tolerance.
The staff member has excellent communication skills, oral and written.
The staff member demonstrates ethical conduct and good work habits including self-motivation and the ability to manage multiple tasks to accomplish high-quality work to meet demanding deadlines.
The staff member demonstrates self-direction and the ability to use software applications for personal productivity and collaboration.
The staff member understands that work assignments may change, or be added, as priorities emerge within the WVDE and/or the Division.

PHYSICAL CAPACITY REQUIREMENTS

The position requires the ability to perform routine office and instructional duties, including sitting, standing, walking, bending, reaching, and using standard office and instructional equipment. The employee must be able to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing. The position may require lifting, carrying, and transporting instructional materials, supplies, or equipment weighing up to 35 pounds, and occasionally more with assistance as needed.

The position also requires travel to multiple locations, including occasional overnight travel, as assigned.

EMPLOYMENT RELATIONSHIP

Department of Education staff are employed upon recommendation of the State Superintendent of Schools and are state employees. No representative or employee of the state is authorized to enter into any employment contract or other agreement. Department staff work under the direction of the State Superintendent of Schools for the general supervision of the free schools in the state and implementing the policies of the board and other necessary tasks as determined by the State Superintendent of Schools or his/her designee.

Each employee is "at-will" and subject to…