YouthBuild Education Instructor

About the role

The YouthBuild Education Instructor (YEI) is a motivated self-starter passionate about educating alternative learners and supporting positive youth development. The YEI works in a collaborative, supportive environment to help underserved Opportunity Youth ages 16–24 achieve academic success and self-sufficiency. Goal: Raise YouthBuild participants’ educational functioning levels, support them in obtaining their HiSET or GED diplomas, and guide them toward post-secondary education or career readiness.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Teach basic adult education to students with varying academic levels integrating reading, math, language arts, social studies, and science
• Teach basic adult education to students with varying academic levels, integrating reading, math, language arts, social studies, and science
• Teach mathematics and arithmetic
• Develop innovative project-based lessons that promote critical and creative thinking and explore social justice, career readiness, and life skills
• Assess student progress through individualized study plans and adapt curriculum and lesson plans to meet learning needs
• Maintain accurate student records, attendance, and achievement progress
• Manage classroom behavior by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures
• Provide an effective learning environment through well-prepared classes, relevant assignments, and clear documentation of student progress
• Serve as an active participant and educational expert across program components

QUALIFICATIONS

• Education and Experience: A bachelor’s degree in education or a related field. Experience with curriculum development, lesson planning and teaching Opportunity Youth
• Specific Skills: Required - High energy and a positive role model to help motivate young people through creative strategies; Deep understanding of the GED and/or HiSET; Strong commitment to a safe, respectful, and collaborative learning environment for ages 16–24; Ability to relate sensitively to multiracial and multicultural youth; Dedicated to helping young people succeed academically, develop leadership and professional skills, and make a positive community impact; Collaborative problem-solver with strong communication and interpersonal skills; Experience teaching GED and/or HiSET, including designing contextual learning activities and assessing adult learners’ educational needs; Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred (not required)
• Specific Skills: Preferred - Classroom management skills and ability to establish routines and expectations; Ability to support students with learning differences and varying academic levels

How to Apply

Please submit a thoughtful cover letter and resume with Director of Real Estate Development in the subject line to hr@oppcommunities.org.