Instructor Assistant Adult Education-Richey Resource Center

Job Summary

The Instructor Assistant assists in providing adult literacy instruction, adult basic education, and GED preparation instruction to eligible Tribal enrolled members. Incumbent will also provide administrative support for the Adult Education staff.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities

• Aid in providing adult literacy instruction, adult basic education, and GED preparation instruction to eligible Tribal enrolled members.
• Aid the teacher in planning a program of study that meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the adult learner.
• Assist with student recruitment, registration, orientation, assessment, and placement.
• Tutor students in one-on-one and small group settings.
• Provide administrative support to the Adult Education staff.
• May be required to provide transportation for students to and from GED testing centers.
• Perform other duties of a similar nature or level as requested by supervisor or director.

Knowledge

• Adult learning/teaching concepts/methods;
• Fundamental theories, concepts and methods of working with adults with minimal education and work histories and skills;
• Education assessment for adult learners;
• Community resources available to adults and families;
• All general studies (English, math, science, history, etc.);
• Yaqui culture, customs, resources and traditions and/or a willingness to learn.

Skills and Abilities

• Handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines;
• Establish positive rapport and motivate students served;
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, outside agencies and individuals of varying social and cultural backgrounds;
• Maintain confidentiality;
• Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing;
• Keep detailed records;
• Work evening hours;
• Operate a variety of office equipment, including a computer and related software applications;
• Good communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with co-workers, supervisor, management, Council members, and the public.

Education, Certifications And Experience

• Required: High School Diploma or GED and tutoring experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job as listed above.
• Special Requirements: Must possess and maintain a valid Arizona Driver's License; This position will require the incumbent to work non-traditional hours, nights, and weekends; Must have a current Level 1 Arizona Clearance Card or be able to obtain the Level 1 Arizona Clearance Card within ninety (90) days of hire. Failure to maintain a current Level 1 Clearance Card will result in termination.

Additional Information

• The Pascua Yaqui Tribe provides 22 days of Paid Time Off which increases with years of service and 15 paid Holidays per year.
• We offer a comprehensive healthcare benefit package that surpasses or rivals the biggest organizations in Tucson.
• We encourage you to stay healthy by providing an onsite Wellness Center.
• The Tribe offers a 401(k) Plan with a generous match in which you're immediately vested along with a profit sharing plan after one year of employment.
• Sworn police and fire employees are eligible to make Pre-Tax and After-Tax contributions to the Arizona Public Safety Personnel Retirement Systems ("PSPRS").

Required Question

01 Do you have a high school diploma or G.E.D? Yes
No

02 Do you have tutoring experience? Yes
No

03 Do you have an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job? Yes
No

04 Do you have a current valid Driver's license? Yes
No

05 Do you currently have a valid Level 1 Arizona Clearance Card, or are you able to obtain one within ninety (90) days of hire? (Please note: failure to maintain a current Level 1 Clearance Card will result in termination.) Yes
No

06 Are you aware that this position will require you to work non-traditional hours, nights, and weekends? Yes
No