Special Education/Academic Instructor

ECKERD YOUTH ALTERNATIVES INC • Albuquerque, NM

88d • $45,000 - $48,000

About The Position

Want to make a difference in a young person's life? This is a position that is very rewarding in training and mentoring at risk youth. The Special Education/Academic Instructor reports to the Academic Manager and is a salaried, exempt position. The Special Education/Academic Instructor performs as an instructor in a regular classroom setting, presenting instructions in designated subject area. The Special Education/Academic Instructor promotes a positive and desirable atmosphere within the classroom setting to ensure maximum student motivation. Maintains a high degree of discipline within the classroom setting in order 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.

Requirements

• Certified to teach in state in which center is located.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record preferred.
• Required to pass a drug screen in compliance with our Substance Abuse and Drug-Free Workplace policy.
• 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 an effective working relationship with all facility staff and departments.

Responsibilities

• Perform as an instructor in a regular classroom setting, presenting instructions in designated subject area.
• Promote a positive and desirable atmosphere within the classroom setting to ensure maximum student motivation.
• Maintain a high degree of discipline within the classroom setting to ensure maximum learning.
• Establish a high degree of student/instructor rapport.
• Utilize all possible curriculum resources available.
• Maintain student personnel folders.
• Record and forward daily attendance to the Student Records area.

Benefits

• Low-Cost Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 19 days of Paid Time Off the first year
• 11 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