Career Preparation Instructor

Eckerd Connects; Laredo (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off (PTO)

Paid holidays

Retirement match 5%

Flexible spending accounts

Disability insurance

Life insurance

PSLF Eligible Employer

PTO Exchange

Job summary

Eckerd Connects is seeking a Career Preparation Instructor to deliver instruction in designated subject areas within a regular classroom setting in Laredo, TX. You will work toward SMART goals established by management and strive to motivate students to achieve their best.

You will maintain classroom discipline, build strong rapport with students, and utilize curriculum resources to maximize learning and student success. This role supports program goals.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelor’s in Education with English or Social Studies preferred.
• Prefer one year teaching disadvantaged youth and a valid driver’s license.
• Pass a drug screen and nationwide background check is required.
• Employment is contingent upon program policies.

Responsibilities

• Instruct in designated subject area in a regular classroom.
• Meet SMART goals established by management annually.
• Maintain classroom discipline to maximize learning.
• Establish student/instructor rapport using curriculum resources.
• Prepare materials, maintain attendance and student folders.

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in Education

Job description

Working with us takes a certain kind of person; we want someone who identifies with our values and is willing to challenge themselves both personally and professionally. We seek employees who are passionate about serving and making a differencein the lives of others.

Make more than a Living, Make a Difference

Our Benefits

• Low-Cost Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 19 days of Paid Time Off the first year
• 11 paid holidays
• Retirement savings plan with employer match up to 5%
• Flexible spending accounts
• Paid short-term and voluntary long-term disability
• Group Term Life and AD&D Insurance
• Voluntary term life insurance
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible Employer
• PTO Exchange

Annual Salary: $44,000

Duties and Responsibilities

• The Career Preparation Instructor performs as an instructor in a regular classroom setting, presenting instructions in designated subject area.
• The Career Preparation Instructor meets SMART Goals established by management every Program Year.
• Maintains a high degree of discipline within the classroom setting in order to insure maximum learning and student motivation.
• Establishes a high degree of student/instructor rapport; utilizes all possible curriculum resources available.
• Responsible for adequate classroom preparation, student folders, and daily attendance; maintains student personnel folders.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Prefer Bachelor's degree in Education with a major in English, Social Studies, or related field.
• Prefer one year in a teaching capacity with disadvantaged youth.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record preferred.
• Required to pass a drug screen in compliance with our Substance Abuse and Drug-Free Workplace policy.
• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a nationwide criminal background check.

*This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a person assigned to this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties that may be performed by a person so classified.

About our Program

Job Corps is the largest nationwide residential career training program in the country and has been operating for more than 60 years. The program helps eligible young people ages 16 through 24 complete their high school education, trains them for meaningful careers, and assists them with obtaining employment.

Our Program Location

Laredo Job Corps Center

1701 Island Street

Laredo, TX 78041

Please follow the link for more information about this program: https://eckerd.org/jobs-training/jobcorps/

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Eckerd Connects is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals, including individuals with disabilities. We comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws by providing reasonable accommodations to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for sincerely held religious beliefs, observances, and practices. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact [e-mail]. Relay Services Dial 711.

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Eckerd Connects is a drug-free workplace and utilizes E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility.