Academic Instructor (6th Grade)- AMIkids Caddo

AMIkids Careers•Shreveport, LA

18d

About The Position

The Academic Instructor assists with academic learning, testing, and classroom activities. The role facilitates lesson plans and supports students in earning academic credits or a GED. Instructors teach youth using core subject areas, electives, individualized education plans, and the AMIkids Blended Learning Model, while guiding students toward educational goals. The position also includes classroom supervision, recordkeeping, life-skills and career-readiness instruction, and participation in program activities and facility upkeep.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Two years of experience working with youth.
Ability to attend and maintain required crisis intervention and physical restraint training and certification.
Ability to maintain CPR and First Aid certification through a nationally recognized organization.

Nice To Haves

College degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Assess and evaluate the academic needs of youth.
Provide professional instruction and teaching to a diverse population as appropriate.
Teach core subjects and electives according to lesson plans, IEPs, and the AMIkids Blended Learning Model, incorporating other instructional strategies.
Motivate and guide youth toward established educational goals and objectives.
Use the Behavior Modification System effectively by redirecting and coaching youth.
Provide life-skills and career-readiness instruction as needed.
Supervise classroom activities and computer-based assignments.
Maintain appropriate educational materials, equipment, and resources.
Maintain timely, accurate, and complete youth records, including lesson plans and grades.
Serve as an advisor and positive role model for youth.
Maintain appropriate work habits, including regular and punctual attendance.
Ensure compliance with applicable industry-recognized policies, procedures, and regulations.
Actively supervise or coordinate day trips and special activities, including recreational sports, facility and equipment cleaning, grounds maintenance, and equipment relocation.
Attend and maintain crisis intervention and physical restraint training and certification as required by state and contract requirements.
Attend and maintain CPR and First Aid certification through a nationally recognized organization.
Maintain the cleanliness of classrooms and the education facility.
Assist with special projects and other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Growth opportunities and development of leaders from within.
Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plan options.
Health Spending Account.
Company-paid life insurance and AD&D.
Paid time off and paid holidays.
Wellness benefits, including EAP, health coaching, and stress management programs.
Employer-funded pension plan.
Voluntary 403(B) retirement plan.
Student loan forgiveness program.
Pet insurance.
World travel assistance.
Car rental discounts.
Gym membership discounts.