Instructor, Academic Reading/Math

About the role

Provide academic instruction to students at the Joliet Job Corps Center in accordance with approved curricula. Provide students with basic direction, in compliance with government and management directives.

Responsibilities

• Provide students with basic direction, instruction and assistance in designated area of instruction
• Motivate and counsel students in areas of behavior, training, personal problems or study habits
• Coordinate with counselors and staff as necessary to resolve issues affecting student training
• Develop and prepare lessons in accordance with approved curriculum guidelines; recommend curricula changes and supplemental materials
• Maintain organized, clean training environment (behavior and surroundings) conducive to learning
• Participate on student assessment panels; perform required documentation
• Administer and correct tests; maintain progress and attendance reports including required CIS updates
• Control use of equipment and supplies; recommend purchases
• Develop and conduct enrichment programs as assigned
• Utilize workplace language and behavior expectations in the classroom; relate academic skills to career training and workplace requirements
• On a routine basis, inquire if individual students need assistance
• Participate in student behavior management programs
• Assist in developing community linkages
• Regular and predictable attendance is required
• Provide positive, quality customer service to students, staff and other center customers
• Support, promote, and enforce the Job Corps' Zero Tolerance Policy
• Participate in student employability programs and activities
• Promote the development of career success standards by modeling appropriate behaviors, mentoring students where necessary and monitoring both positive and negative behaviors through interventions
• Maintain accountability of students and property; adhere to safety practices

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree
• Valid teaching certificate in state of employment
• One year related experience
• Experience with youth
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Computer proficiency
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record

Pay & schedule

• $66,000 annually
• Full Time

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, prescription and life insurance
• Short & long-term disability
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Professional development assistance
• Career advancement opportunities