Project Management Instructor

Year Up • San Jose, CA

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

OVERVIEW: The Project Management Instructor will report to the Project Management Lead Instructor and will teach the basics of project management and workplace communications from an existing but evolving curriculum. Emphasis in the classroom is on the students learning from each other and through their own curiosity. The foundation of Year Up United’s business model is high expectations and high support. Instructors spend much of their time guiding students in professional behavior, helping them to build confidence, and advising them on choices that will help them reach their goals. The Project Management Instructor is also a key member of the local academic team and may be expected to take on additional projects at the request of the Project Management Lead Instructor. To be successful in this role, you’ll bring a passion for education, strong classroom experience, and a depth of diverse subject matter knowledge, and its application in the corporate workplace. You’re someone who finds satisfaction in developing and delivering creative, interactive lessons, and serving as an advisor and coach to our young adults. The Project Management Instructor will also interact with students as a mentor, group facilitator, and advocate, participating in building a positive educational environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• 1-3 years of experience as an educator, facilitator, or practitioner required
• An interest in implementing progressive methodologies and in creating a hands-on, interactive learning environment
• Experience managing projects with exceptional attention to detail
• Skillful in creating and facilitating high-quality and rigorous classes
• Skillful in using multiple assessments to measure the progress and performance of a diverse student population
• Excellent communication skills, mature interpersonal style, and the ability to interact with a diverse range of people, strong teamwork skills
• Strong organizational and time management skills and the ability to work under pressure
• A desire to collaborate and be part of the learning team
• Moderate degree of technical literacy required; strong technical literacy a plus
• A passion for working with young adults, an unshakable belief in their potential and a strong commitment to the mission of Year Up United
• Understanding of the Opportunity Divide and its drivers
• Commitment to diversity and inclusion

Nice To Haves

• 1+ years’ experience teaching or working with youth is preferred
• Experience with eLearning, computer-enhanced teaching, and blended learning approaches preferred
• Experience with curriculum, syllabus development, and lesson planning
• Proficiency with various Learning Management Systems (i.e. Schoology, Moodle, Sakai), and virtual and online video tools for teaching and learning (i.e. Second Life, Adobe Connect)

Responsibilities

• Instruct Project Management/Communication courses to students in an online classroom setting, using an existing curriculum
• Prepare and deliver high quality, student-driven and project-based classes daily in which students learn, are challenged, and enjoy the learning process
• Provide guidance for self-directed learning and provide one-on-one tutoring outside of class
• Manage the classroom successfully following the Year Up United contract and high expectations and high support model
• Use assessment tools to measure learning and growth of Year Up United students and to ensure successful transition of students to corporate internships
• Take on additional academic projects as needed
• Serve as a coach/mentor for a small number of current students
• Join and sometimes facilitate weekly group sessions with students
• Participate in staff meetings and trainings

Benefits

• Comprehensive healthcare options and dental coverage
• 401(k) match for eligible participants
• Earn three weeks paid vacation in first year of employment; four weeks after initial year
• Funds available to support staff in achieving career objectives ($2,500 per year)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees