Would You Like to Teach at GMAEP?
Teacher Application
Greetings Prospective GMAEP Instructor!
Thank you for showing an interest in teaching a class in a future Adult Ed Program. The purpose of this information is to start the exchange of information necessary to familiarize you with our program. At the bottom of this page is a link to an application form which you can fill out and return to the address on the bottom of the form. This information will be included in our website, brochure, and course catalogs. We will contact you a month or two before the semester begins to reconfirm your desire to teach.
A teacher meeting will be held before classes start to review procedures and discuss any questions our teachers may have. Participation in this meeting is very much recommended and has been found to be very beneficial to all involved.
Below are some answers to “Frequently Asked Questions” to help you fill out the application form:
How much should I charge for my course?
In the past we have had fees ranging from $0 to $100 per 6-week class. Each teacher has different requirements and each course has different costs associated with it. In past semesters, the woodworking class needed to charge $100 because the materials and the equipment were provided and often times the class hours were extended in order to finish a project. A knitting and a watercolor class in the past each cost $60 and the students provided their own materials. You set the fee for what you feel is appropriate for your class and reasonable for the student to pay. Our past experience has shown that courses that have clear descriptions and are affordable fill up; whereas classes that offer vague descriptions and have higher cost do not. You can often make more by reducing the fees and allowing more students. It is completely up to you.
You determine if you furnish the materials (supplies, books etc.) and include the cost in your fee, set a separate materials fee or have the students obtain their own materials from a list you provide.
What should I include in my course description?
The course description should be clear and concise. We will use your description in our ads, brochure and website, so it is important to simply state what the class entails while making it inviting. We are happy to assist you with the wording. Our brochure is limited in size so the descriptions must be very brief. We also now have a website which will list all the classes, longer descriptions, and teacher experience and qualifications.
How and where is my class scheduled?
GMAEP runs a six-week program from last week of February to the first week of April. We also may offer a Fall semester. Most classes meet at the high school on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday night. You choose which night is best for you. Depending on your course, you might prefer to offer a one- or two-day seminar. We’re very flexible with scheduling and will work with you. You also determine the hours you would like to teach. The most common time is from 6:30 to 8 pm for a 6-week course but it can be shorter or longer. Classrooms are assigned depending on the size of the class and any requirements you might have (ie Yoga class does not want a carpet in the classroom). Off-campus courses are also allowed for classes that cannot be accommodated at the high school (ie Wilderness First Aid, Field Walks and Talks, Inn Tours, etc.)
How many students can I expect?
You determine your preferred class size. Let us know the minimum and maximum number of students you will need in order to teach your course. If you don’t have a min/max, you do not have to set one. After the registration process is complete, we will contact you and let you know how many students have signed up. If you have set a minimum and it was not reached, you may cancel the course. Students who have signed up for a cancelled course will be contacted by the GMAEP staff.
What if something comes up and I can’t make it to class?
You will receive a list of your students with contact numbers. It will be up to you to contact your students if you will be unable to make a class to arrange an alternative schedule. It is extremely frustrating for students to arrive at the school and find a class has been cancelled. Please do your best to contact all students. If there is a storm and school must be cancelled, we will contact you and you will contact your students.
When and where do I need to return the application?
We will need your completed application returned no later than the end of November in order to give us time to review the application, get back to you with any questions, collate all our prospective classes and have our brochure printed. Registration for classes will begin in mid-January. Please return the application to Return to Sharon Lefebvre, Director of Recruitment, 140 Graham Road, Chester VT 05143.
I hope this answers most of your questions. We will do everything we can to make this a productive and smooth process for both you and your students. If there is anything you need or questions you still have, please call me at 886-2044 or email me at recruitment@gmaep.com.
Thanks!
Sharon Lefebvre
Director of Teacher Recruitment