About this role
Position Summary
Responsible for teaching middle- and -high school classes, assists in the testing program, maintains related administrative systems and supervises institute student activities as required. In addition, as a staff member, the education instructor's primary concerns include the safety, supervision, advising, counseling and role modeling for our students.
Essential Job Functions
• Instruct students in basic middle- and senior-high school subjects.
• Prepares and maintains an educational development plan for each student.
• Researches, selects and maintains appropriate educational materials, equipment and resources.
• Adheres to all contract and state educational guidelines and Quality Assurance requirements.
• Maintains lesson plans for area of responsibility.
• Coordinates all activities with the Education Coordinator or Principal.
• Administers pre/post academic assessment tests and pre-GED tests and manages the documentation of Carnegie Units (high school credits) for reach student.
• Maintains accurate and complete administrative file systems.
• Performs home visits as dictated by program standards and/or state contract.
• Serves as advisor and positive role model for assigned students.
• Drives institute vehicles as required in accordance with the Van Policy.
• Administers first aid and CPR during emergencies in accordance with Red Cross standards.
• Actively participates in day trips and special activities that involve recreational sports, facility and equipment cleaning, grounds maintenance and equipment relocation.
• Effective use of the Behavior Modification System by providing redirection and coaching to students who exhibit inappropriate behavior
• Prevents and intervenes in student altercations and incidents.
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisors.
Minimum Education, Training and Experience
• High school diploma or equivalent required. (College degree preferred),
• One to two years related experience,
• State Teacher Certification preferred, School district's Substitute Teacher Certification or Approval is required.