ACADEMIC INSTRUCTOR

METROPOLITAN FAMILY SERVICE • Gresham, OR

1d • $18 - $30 • Onsite

About The Position

Metropolitan Family Service is looking for qualified & dedicated individuals committed to helping us strengthen the community. We are currently hiring 2 Academic Instructors to lead fun and engaging classes for a diverse group of 9th graders in the areas of writing, math, learning activities and reading. Each class will consist of approximately 15 students grouped by grade level. Class materials and supplies will be provided. This is a temporary position, the Academic Instructor will be responsible for programmatic, organizational, and classroom duties. They will work directly with the Site Manager, Principal, school staff, and students. Academic Instructors are part-time, temporary employees of Metropolitan Family Service.

Requirements

• Experience in teaching children and creating lesson plans
• Desire and ability to work with children and ensure an enriching, positive, safe setting
• An independent, self-motivated, creative and resourceful individual
• Excellent organization skills and interpersonal communication skills
• A cooperative manner and the ability to work as part of a team
• A willingness to ask questions for clarification and job completion
• Demonstrate excitement in working with children.
• Demonstrate respect and professionalism in all interactions
• Demonstrate enthusiasm about working in an inclusive environment which serves children of all backgrounds and abilities
• Experience working with groups of Middle School students and strong behavior management is a MUST
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must be legally able to work in the United States (documentation will be required for I-9 form)

Nice To Haves

• Spanish speaking skills are a plus

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement engaging, structured, and age-appropriate lessons for elementary students in extended-day classrooms
• Establish and maintain positive classroom expectations and incentive programs
• Follow school behavior and safety procedures to ensure student safety, and to maintain a clear connection between school-day and extended day policies and procedures
• Develop positive working relationships with students, families, teachers, school staff, custodians, and program volunteers
• Maintain communication with school day classroom teachers as necessary
• Communicate frequently with the Site Manager about student progress, successes, and concerns, as well as overall class development and any supports needed
• Maintain physical classroom space to the standards of the school day teacher (if shared)
• All new employees must pass a background check through Metropolitan Family Service and Gresham Barlow
• Record and submit attendance daily

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed