Academic Instructor (Reading)

Distinction LLC; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 58,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Distinction, LLC operates the St. Louis Job Corps Center and is seeking an Applied Academic Instructor to join our team.

You will report to the Academic Manager and lead instruction for eligible students in a supportive, structured setting. The role emphasizes using an approved curriculum, maintaining a safe classroom, leveraging technology, and applying competency-based, student-centered teaching approaches while mentoring young adults and collaborating with counselors and staff to ensure

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Education is required.
• Current/state teaching certification is required.
• Valid driver’s license is required.

Responsibilities

• Teach academic subjects using an approved curriculum.
• Maintain a safe, respectful learning environment.
• Use varied teaching methods for diverse learners.
• Utilize technology and computer-based instructional tools.
• Apply competency-based instruction and student-centered strategies.
• Mentor young adults and model professionalism.
• Collaborate with counselors, nurses, and staff to support student success.
• Maintain accurate and confidential student records and documentation.
• Support workplace readiness and Career Success Standards.
• Communicate effectively with students, families, and colleagues.

Skills

Classroom management

Instructional technology

Student-centered teaching

Career readiness focus

Communication with stakeholders

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education

State teaching certification

Valid driver's license

Tools

Educational technology tools

Job description

Distinction, LLC is a Mississippi-based business that oversees operation of the St. Louis Job Corps Center. We are
looking for qualified applicants who are enthusiastic, energetic, and purpose-driven.

Working with at-promise youth on a Job Corps Center is both rewarding and fulfilling. We offer competitive pay and a positive work environment with opportunities for personal and professional growth and development.

Applied Academic Instructor

Reports to: Academic Manager
Classification: Exempt

Required Qualifications

To be considered for the Applied Academic Instructor position, candidates must have:

• A bachelor’s degree in Education
• A current/valid state teaching certification
• A valid driver’s license

Skills & Experience

The successful candidate should also demonstrate the ability to:

• Teach academic subjects using an approved curriculum.
• Manage a classroom effectively and maintain a safe, respectful learning environment.
• Use different teaching methods to accommodate students with different learning styles, needs, and abilities.
• Use technology and computer-based instructional tools effectively.
• Apply competency-based instruction, cooperative learning, and other student-centered teaching strategies.
• Establish positive, professional relationships with young adults and serve as a mentor and role model.
• Work effectively with students who may need additional academic, personal, or career support.
• Provide appropriate academic and personal guidance while maintaining professional boundaries.
• Collaborate with counselors, nurses, disability coordinators, and other staff to support student success.
• Maintain accurate and confidential student records and documentation.
• Help students develop workplace readiness, professionalism, and Career Success Standards.
• Support student attendance, progress, retention, and successful program completion.
• Communicate effectively with students, coworkers, families, and other stakeholders as appropriate.
• Follow all applicable Job Corps, Department of Labor, company, safety, and confidentiality requirements.

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for an educator who is patient, adaptable, organized, and genuinely committed to helping young adults succeed. The ideal candidate can maintain high expectations while creating a classroom where students feel respected, supported, and motivated to learn.

Experience working with at-promise youth, young adults, career-readiness programs, or students with diverse learning needs is highly valuable.

The minimum required qualifications are:

• Bachelor’s degree in Education
• State teaching certification
• Valid driver’s license

The remaining skills and experience describe the capabilities needed to perform the job successfully and should be considered when evaluating candidates.

The pay range for this role is:

58,000 - 64,000 USD per year (St. Louis JCC Main)