FOCUS Non-Certified Instructor

Lafayette School Corporation; United States; On-site; USD 17,331 - 24,684; Part time

Job summary

A local educational institution is looking for a FOCUS Non-Certified Instructor to work at Murdock Elementary School. The role involves ensuring the safety and learning of students during various activities under the supervision of the Lead Teacher. Candidates should have a high school diploma, experience working with children, and strong communication skills. Responsibilities include supporting instructional needs, managing groups, and participating in program development meetings. This position offers a wage of $15.25 per hour for after-school hours.

Qualifications

• At least two years of experience working with children.
• Willingness to participate in program development.
• Ability to plan individual instruction using academic standards.

Responsibilities

• Support the needs of the participants in various activities.
• Communicate effectively with the FOCUS Lead Teacher.
• Assist in daily program tasks including snack and clean-up.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Oral communication

Flexibility

Problem-solving

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

DATE POSTED: 5/23/2024

LOCATION: Murdock Elementary School

POSITION TITLE: FOCUS Non-Certified Instructor

WAGE: $15.25 per hour

HOURS: 3:00pm-6:00pm

PRIMARY FUNCTION: FOCUS Non-Certified Instructors work directly under the supervision of the FOCUS Lead Teacher. All Non-Certified Instructors are responsible to ensure the safety and instruction of students across all activities and locations. Also, FOCUS Non-Certified Instructors are responsible to maintain complete confidentiality about students and their records.

REPORTS TO: The FOCUS Non-Certified Instructor reports directly to the building administrator or their designee.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma with a priority given to those with a valid IN teachers license
• Have at least two years’ experience working with children
• Willingness to become familiar with and work within the philosophy and guidelines of the FOCUS program
• Be able to plan individual and small group instruction using academic standards and assessment results
• Willingness to participate in program development, staff development, program and student evaluation and community collaboration on an on-going basis
• Have good interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills
• Demonstrate flexibility, good problem-solving skills
• Must be willing to have a background check completed

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Additional specific duties and responsibilities vary from classroom to classroom. Typical duties assigned to FOCUS tutors/Teachers may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Demonstrate skills needed to support the needs of the participants
• Communicate with FOCUS Lead Teacher
• Attend 21st Century Community Learning Center trainings and networking meetings (when needed)
• Assist in daily program needs (snack, dismissal, clean-up, or any other areas)
• Take attendance daily
• Provide copies of lesson plans linked to regular school-day learning and the Academic Standards weekly
• Demonstrate ability to manage small and large groups of students of various ages
• Assist Lead Teacher and other staff where needed as needed
• Other duties required for successful programming and/or requirements of LSC or stakeholders
• Be prepared for instructional needs (materials, lesson plans, etc.) for maximizing time-on task for students

Monthly:

• Attend program staff meetings and professional development
• Assist with monthly family events
• Keep lesson plans and anecdotal records about instruction
• Advise director about potential student and program needs

Annually:

• Attend orientation meeting
• Participate in a summative evaluation process