HiSET Math Tutor (Part-Time Mid-Day Tutor)

HiSET Math Tutor (Part-Time Mid-Day Tutor) JobID: 822

Position Type: Adult Education / Adult Education TUTOR

Date Posted: 5/26/2026

Location: Westbrook Adult Education

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 4-8 hours per week
• Schedule determined based on student need and enrollment
• 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