Academic/GED Instructor

YouthBuild Winter Haven, GED Instructor

TITLE: YouthBuild Academic Instructor

LOCATION: YouthBuild Winter Haven

REPORTS TO: YouthBuild Program Director

EMPLOYMENT TERMS: Part time Position/20-23 hours per week/$20 per hour

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in the education or a related field with ability to teach reading, writing, and middle school level math.
• Florida Teacher Certification desirable.
• Minimum of two years experience teaching basic skills and GED (General Education Development) preparation to high school students, young adults, or adults, with the ability to teach individuals with a wide variety of skill levels and learning styles.
• Familiarity with TABE (Test of Adult Basic Education) and GED standardized assessments.
• Excellent public speaking, listening, writing, and computer skills to include Microsoft Office, Internet, and email.
• Proficiency in computer operation for computer based instruction and a positive attitude about the use of technology
• Passion for working with young people of diverse cultural, socioeconomic, and educational backgrounds to reorient their lives, develop leadership skills, and make a difference in their community.
• Ability to team teach and work as part of team

PURPOSE:

• To teach YouthBuild participants ages 16 – 24 basic skills (reading, writing, and math) and GED preparation using a variety of instruction methods and resources.
• To proactively assist participants in occupational and/or post secondary research, opportunities, and placement.
• To provide supportive guidance and encourage the development of academic, life management, and personal growth skills.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide quality instruction to participants in all areas of the GED preparation curriculum. This includes basic reading, writing, math and algebra, science and social studies.
• Administer and score all required pre and post assessments using prescribed testing materials.
• Ensure that those participants who are basic skills deficient (BSD) increase a minimum of one educational functional level (EFL) in math or reading or both.
• Maintain up-to-date testing and outcome reports for both TABE and GED testing.
• Develop and regularly update individualized learning plans for each YouthBuild participant in accordance with individual learning styles and skill levels.
• In conjunction with other YouthBuild staff, modify curriculum and other learning materials to meet individual needs and program requirements.
• Attend case management meetings and provide observations of participant’s strengths and weaknesses.
• Demonstrate patience, flexibility and sensitivity to the educational concerns, attitudes towards learning, and needs of YouthBuild members.
• Function as part of the site team in integrating basic skills and leadership development in all components of the program.
• Employ a variety of materials, techniques and technology to help learners improve important workplace skills such as critical thinking, problem solving and working as a member of a team.
• Maintain a clean, organized and professional learning environment.
• Participate in special projects as required.
• All other duties as assigned.

PROGRAM HOURS:

The hours are generally 9:00 am to 3:00 pm, Monday through Thursday.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $20.00 per hour

Schedule:

• Day shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Winter Haven, FL 33880: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Adult education: 2 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Teaching Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20