Elementary & Middle School Enrichment Instructor at Carlsbad Educational Foundation Carlsbad, CA

Carlsbad Educational Foundation; Carlsbad (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Carlsbad Educational Foundation is seeking an Enrichment Instructor Coordinator to lead after-school enrichment classes on Carlsbad Unified School District campuses. The role involves developing lesson plans, managing student check-in/out, sourcing materials, and ensuring safety while delivering engaging activities in languages, arts, sports, STEM, coding, and technology.

The position requires two years’ instructional experience, a high school diploma or equivalent, and background clearance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; minimum two years instructing students in a classroom, sport, or other educational setting.
• One year of experience writing and delivering lesson plans.
• California DOJ fingerprint and background clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Teach after-school enrichment classes 1–5 days a week for 5–10 weeks.
• Develop and facilitate a full syllabus with lesson plans for enrichment activities.
• Manage students' check-in and check-out and follow program protocol.
• Source and secure materials, track expenses, reimburse as needed.
• Adhere to safety protocols for indoor/outdoor settings.
• Communicate clearly about accidents, injuries, and behavior issues.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Time management

Classroom management

Lesson planning

Assessing student needs

Emergency response

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

2 years instructing experience

1 year lesson plan development

DOJ fingerprint clearance

Criminal Record Certification

Child Abuse Index Check

Tools

Microsoft Office

Internet & Email

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

At Carlsbad Educational Foundation (CEF), the Enrichment Instructor will be highly skilled and have the ability and capacity to teach students a given specialty by immersing them in hands‑on enrichment lessons. Classes are held on Carlsbad Unified School District campuses after school dismissal. Classes typically range from 1-1.5 hours, from 1 to 5 days a week. All position responsibilities must be performed in accordance with city, state, federal and Company policy.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

ENRICHMENT INSTRUCTOR COORDINATOR DUTIES

• Teach after‑school enrichment class once or multiple times a week for 5 - 10 weeks at a time in topics including but not limited to: languages, sports, art, performance, cooking,STEM, coding, and/or technology.
• Develop and facilitate a full syllabus with lesson plans for enrichment activities that are approved by the Enrichment Manager and meet the needs of the program and students.
• Manage students' check‑in and out of the program and follow all program protocol as instructed.
• Source and secure materials, track expenses and submit reimbursements where necessary.
• Use proper safety protocols for indoor and outdoor settings by clearly defining safety expectations.
• Have basic knowledge of age‑appropriate classroom and behavior management skills - Staff members routinely and effectively use classroom management techniques like setting expectations, appropriate consequences, attention‑getters, and incentives.
• Effectively communicates verbally and in writing information that is critical to the successful operations of the program, including accidents, injuries, and behavior issues.
• Other work duties as assigned by management.

CORE COMPETENCIES

COMMUNICATION AND DOCUMENTATION

1. Ability to read, write, and comprehend English;
2. Exercise tact and diplomacy in dealing with students, parents, and staff;
3. Produce documentation that is clear, informative, and free from errors. Check spelling for accuracy.

FINDING SOLUTIONS

1. Focus on finding the best business solution and resolving conflict, not placing blame;
2. Listen and ask for clarification if information is not clear; and
3. Gather and analyze information skillfully.

ETHICS AND RESPECT FOR OTHERS

1. Treat everyone with respect and welcome the viewpoint of others;
2. Maintain a strong work ethic, be true to your word, and keep commitments;
3. Be timely and reliable;
4. Uphold Company values at all times; conserve company resources and report waste.

NON-EXEMPT POSITION DESCRIPTION

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATIONS, AND CLEARANCE

• High school diploma or the equivalent.
• Minimum of two years instructing students in a classroom, sport, or other educational setting.
• One year of experience writing and delivering lesson plans.
• California Department of Justice fingerprint and background clearance required.
• Criminal Record Certification.
• Child Abuse Index Check.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge:

• Basic computer skills, including Internet use, E-mail, and typing skills.
• Working knowledge of communication systems such as telephone and printing systems.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Curriculum development and teaching skills.

Skills and Abilities:

• Exhibit outstanding customer service to students, parents, and staff members.
• Model respectful and age‑appropriate (for students) interpersonal communications skills.
• Excellent communication and time‑management skills.
• Experience in classroom management or with leading small groups.
• Plan and implement lessons and activities.
• Evaluate the needs and progress of individual students.
• Evaluate emergency situations and act decisively and proactively to bring resolution to the situation.
• Discern when students may need special physical, medical or psychological assistance and support.