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Westbrook Adult Education is seeking a part-time HiSET Math Tutor to provide instructional support for adult learners preparing for the HiSET Mathematics exam beginning September 2026. Instruction is designed to help students strengthen foundational math skills, build confidence in mathematical problem solving, improve test-taking strategies, and successfully prepare for high school equivalency completion and transition into workforce training, college, apprenticeships, and career pathways.

Instructional support may include:

• Individual and small-group HiSET math tutoring
• Foundational numeracy and algebra skill development
• Test preparation and practice assessments
• Contextualized math support connected to workforce and career pathways
• Digital learning support and online math platforms as applicable

The ideal candidate is student-centered, patient, flexible, culturally responsive, and passionate about helping adult learners overcome barriers and achieve academic and career success.

Position Timeline

• Position begins September 2026
• Daytime instructional hours
• Approximately 48 hours per week
• Part-time, non-benefited position
• Schedule determined based on student need and enrollment

Essential Responsibilities

• Provide engaging and supportive HiSET mathematics instruction and tutoring for adult learners
• Create a welcoming, encouraging, and professional learning environment
• Support students in developing foundational math, algebra, geometry, data analysis, and problem-solving skills aligned to HiSET preparation
• Assist learners in building confidence and reducing math anxiety
• Incorporate test-taking strategies and practice assessments into instruction
• Differentiate instruction to meet a variety of learning levels and educational backgrounds
• Maintain attendance and communicate regularly with program administration
• Collaborate with academic and workforce staff as needed to support student success
• Support learners in achieving educational, workforce, and postsecondary goals

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience teaching or tutoring mathematics, adult education, HiSET/GED preparation, or related fields
• Strong communication and classroom management skills
• Ability to work effectively with adult learners
• Knowledge of adult learning principles and differentiated instruction
• Experience supporting students with varying academic skill levels
• Bachelor's degree preferred but not required depending on experience
• Maine teaching certification preferred but not required

Desired Characteristics

• Flexible and collaborative
• Organized and dependable
• Positive and encouraging instructional style
• Commitment to adult learner success
• Ability to build strong student relationships and engagement
• Patience and ability to explain mathematical concepts clearly

About Westbrook Adult Education

Westbrook Adult Education provides academic, workforce, and multilingual learning opportunities to adult learners throughout Greater Portland. Academic programming supports learners in achieving high school completion, improving foundational academic skills, preparing for postsecondary education, and successfully transitioning into workforce training, employment, apprenticeships, and career pathways.

About Westbrook School Department

Proudly serving one of the most diverse communities in the state, the Westbrook School Department is dedicated to fostering a representative and inclusive workforce in order to grow as a culturally rich and equity focused school district. Our students are provided with a variety of opportunities to thrive in our schools. Through our student-centered programs, we meet the academic, social, emotional, and cultural needs of all learners and embrace our identity as a whole child district. Our schools serve learners in PK-high school as well as Career and Technical Education and Adult Education. We nurture a collaborative working environment and a culture of continuous growth through supportive leadership, high expectations, and opportunities for professional learning. We also offer competitive pay and generous benefits. Together we fulfill our One Promise: The best education for all, for life. We invite you to join our team!

To apply, visit the Employment page at www.westbrookschools.org. EOE.