Instructor II

Job Summary

Create lesson plans and implement instructional activities that contribute to a climate where students are actively engaged in meaningful learning experiences.
Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities.
Identify, select and modify instructional resources to meet the needs of the students with varying backgrounds, learning styles and special needs.
Assist in assessing changing curricular needs and offer plans for improvement.
Maintain effective and efficient record-keeping procedures.
Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with students, parents and other professionals on a regular basis.
Collaborate with peers to enhance the instructional environment.
Model professional and ethical standards when dealing with students, parents, peers and community.
Ensure that student growth and achievement is continuous and appropriate for age group, subject area and/or program classification.
Assume responsibility for meeting their course and school-wide student performance goals.
Demonstrate gains in student performance.
Meet performance goals and/or targets established as part of the annual performance planning process or as the result of organizational planning.

Knowledge of Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of common core standards, core knowledge and competencies and out of school time/standards.
• Skill in operating standard office equipment and using required software applications for program area and other applications, including Microsoft Office and Google Docs.
• Ability to partner with other functional areas to accomplish objectives.
• Incite enthusiasm and influence, motivate and persuade others to achieve desired outcomes.
• Interpret and apply policies and identify and recommend changes as appropriate.
• Organize, manage and track multiple detailed tasks and assignments with frequently changing priorities in a fast-paced work environment.
• Communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
• Handle stressful situations and provide a high level of customer service in a calm and professional manner.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of educational processes and techniques attributed to age group of assigned functional area.
• Skill in operating standard office equipment and using required software applications for program area and other applications, including Microsoft Office and Google Docs.
• Ability to partner with other functional areas to accomplish objectives.
• Incite enthusiasm and influence, motivate and persuade others to achieve desired outcomes.
• Interpret and apply policies and identify and recommend changes as appropriate.
• Organize, manage and track multiple detailed tasks and assignments with frequently changing priorities in a fast-paced work environment.
• Communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
• Handle stressful situations and provide a high level of customer service in a calm and professional manner.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Education and Previous Experience Requirements

• Minimum Degree Required: Bachelor’s degree or 120 credit hours from an accredited university/college.
• Preference will be given to candidates with a bachelor’s degree.
• Preferred Disciplines: Early Childhood Education, Elementary or Secondary Education, Physical Education and Recreation, Child Development, Child Guidance/Counseling, Child Psychology, Family Studies, Social Work, Human Services, Youth Development or related field.
• At least 2 years of experience in an educational setting.
• Any equivalent combination of experience, education and/or training approved by Human Resources.

Licenses/Certifications

• Licenses/Certifications Required at Date of Hire: None.
• Licenses/Certifications Required within one year from Date of Hire: 16 clock hours of training throughout the year.

Working Conditions

• Hours: After school hours but may vary based on assigned school. Hours may vary between 2pm and 6pm depending on the site. Some additional hours may be required.
• Travel Required: None generally required.
• Working Environment: Climate controlled office.