Academic/Special Ed Instructor

ECKERD YOUTH ALTERNATIVES INC • Monroe, VA

119d • $50,000 - $53,000

About The Position

The Academic/Special Ed Instructor position is a rewarding opportunity focused on training and mentoring at-risk youth. This role involves working in a regular classroom setting, presenting instructions in designated subject areas, and promoting a positive atmosphere to ensure maximum student motivation and learning. The instructor is responsible for maintaining discipline, establishing rapport with students, utilizing curriculum resources, and managing student records.

Requirements

• Certified to teach in the state where the center is located (RO may waive if unable to hire certified teachers, but candidate must pursue certification).
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record preferred.
• Required to pass a drug screen in compliance with Substance Abuse and Drug-Free Workplace policy.
• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a nationwide criminal background check.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of required subject area.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to obtain and maintain CPR/First Aid Certification.
• Ability to motivate and inspire students and effectively relate to the trainee population.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• Ability to operate household appliances and drive an automobile.
• Ability to interact with team members and maintain effective working relationships with all facility staff and departments.

Responsibilities

• Reports to the Academic Manager as a salaried, exempt position.
• Performs as an instructor in a regular classroom setting, presenting instructions in designated subject area.
• Promotes a positive and desirable atmosphere within the classroom to ensure maximum student motivation.
• Maintains a high degree of discipline within the classroom to ensure maximum learning.
• Establishes a high degree of student/instructor rapport.
• Utilizes all possible curriculum resources available.
• Maintains student personnel folders.
• Records and forwards daily attendance to the Student Records area.

Benefits

• Low-Cost Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 19 Paid Time Off the first year
• Paid holidays
• Retirement savings plan with employer match up to 5%
• Flexible spending accounts
• Paid short-term and voluntary long-term disability
• Group Term Life and AD&D Insurance
• Voluntary term life insurance
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible Employer
• PTO Exchange

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree