CERTIFIED ACADEMIC INSTRUCTOR

Metropolitan Family Service; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 34,095 - 48,560; Part time

Job summary

Metropolitan Family Service is seeking a Certified Academic Instructor to lead engaging classes for elementary students in Portland. The position focuses on developing math and reading skills in a temporary, part-time role.

The instructor will be responsible for planning lessons, maintaining a positive learning environment, and communicating effectively with school staff and students. The role requires a current Oregon Teacher Certification and strong interpersonal skills, with a pay rate of $30 per hour.

Qualifications

• Experience in teaching children and creating lesson plans.
• Ability to work with children in a positive setting.
• Strong behavior management skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement math and reading lessons for elementary students.
• Establish positive classroom expectations and incentive programs.
• Communicate with Site Manager about student progress.

Skills

Teaching children

Lesson planning

Classroom management

Interpersonal communication

Spanish speaking

Education

Current Oregon Teacher Certification

Job description

Job Details

Location: HB Lee MS – Portland, OR 97230

Salary: $30.00 – $30.00 per hour

General Description

Metropolitan Family Service position descriptions are guidelines. They are not intended to identify every task that an employee will be asked to complete. They are intended as a general outline of the essential work responsibilities and qualifications of the position.

Values

• We use creative and proactive problem solving to build and sustain dynamic community-based programs and quality services.
• We believe in the potential of families and individuals at all life stages and focus on prevention, wellness, and independence.
• We build strong relationships by collaborating with our funders, partners, and highly trained volunteers, always striving for an extensive commitment to diversity.
• Equity & Social Justice
• Values working in a multi-cultural, diverse environment.
• Values and supports inclusion and program access for clients.
• Supports agency goals for reducing disparity in outcomes for communities of color.
• Adopts anti-racism approaches to services by understanding and acknowledging systemic and individual racism and privilege.

Summary of Position

Metropolitan Family Service is looking for qualified & dedicated individuals committed to helping us strengthen the community. We are currently hiring Certified Academic Instructors to lead fun and engaging classes for a diverse group 1st - 5th graders in the areas of writing, math, learning activities and reading. Each class will consist of approximately 15 students grouped by grade level. Class materials and supplies will be provided. This is a temporary part‑time position; the Academic Instructor will be responsible for programmatic, organizational, and classroom duties. They will work directly with the Site Manager, Principal, school staff, and students.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop and implement engaging, structured, and age‑appropriate math and reading lessons for elementary students in extended‑day classrooms.
• Establish and maintain positive classroom expectations and incentive programs.
• Follow school behavior and safety procedures to ensure student safety, and to maintain a clear connection between school‑day and extended day policies and procedures.
• Develop positive working relationships with students, families, teachers, school staff, custodians, and program volunteers.
• Maintain communication with school day classroom teachers as necessary.
• Communicate frequently with the Site Manager and Principal about student progress, successes, and concerns, as well as overall class development and any supports needed.
• Maintain physical classroom space to the standards of the school day teacher (if shared).
• All new employees must pass a background check through Metropolitan Family Service.
• Record and submit attendance daily.

Qualifications

• Current Oregon Teacher Certification.
• Experience in teaching children and creating lesson plans.
• Desire and ability to work with children and ensure an enriching, positive, safe setting.
• An independent, self‑motivated, creative and resourceful individual.
• Excellent organization skills and interpersonal communication skills.
• A cooperative manner and the ability to work as part of a team.
• A willingness to ask questions for clarification and job completion.
• Demonstrate excitement in working with children. Demonstrate respect and professionalism in all interactions.
• Demonstrate enthusiasm about working in an inclusive environment which serves children of all backgrounds and abilities.
• Experience working with groups of elementary‑age children and strong behavior management is a MUST.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must be legally able to work in the United States (documentation will be required for I‑9 form).
• Spanish speaking skills are a plus.
• Basic English proficiency is required (must be able to read, write and speak English).
• All employees must submit a criminal background check.

Hours

Monday‑Thursday: 9am‑2pm

Term

July 6th to July 30th

Compensation

$30 per hour

Metropolitan Family Service is committed to building a diverse workforce to broaden and deepen our work in the communities we serve.

Metropolitan Family Service is an Equal Opportunity Employer.