CERTIFIED ACADEMIC INSTRUCTOR

About the role

Under general supervision of the Site Manager, Teachers are responsible for designing, planning and teaching positive activities. Our goal is to provide a safe, positive learning environment that recognizes the potential of each child. Activities may include academic support, service-learning, sports & recreation, fine arts, and other high-interest themes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement engaging, structured, and age-appropriate math and reading 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 and Principal 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)
• Record and submit attendance daily

Qualifications

• Current Oregon Teacher Certification
• 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 elementary-age children 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)
• Spanish speaking skills are a plus
• Basic English proficiency is required (must be able to read, write and speak English)

Pay

$30 per hour

Schedule

3:00–6:00 pm, Fall term September 28–December 4