Impactful ELA Instructor for At-Risk Youth

Grambling State University; Bunkie (LA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Office of Juvenile Justice, Acadiana Center for Youth-Bunkie, in Bunkie, LA, seeks dedicated instructors for secure care youth. This full-time role requires delivering core academics in a mandated curriculum and building positive, respectful classrooms while promoting reintegration skills.

You will develop individualized lesson plans, manage classrooms, and collaborate with facility staff to ensure student success, safety, and progress in a structured setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in English, Education, or related field.
• Louisiana Teaching Certificate with ELA certification (Grades 6-12).
• Praxis II ELA passed.
• Strong classroom management and instructional skills.
• Ability to work effectively with at-risk youth in a secure care setting.
• Excellent communication, organization, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver instruction in core academic subjects (e.g., English, Math, Science, Social Studies) aligned with Louisiana Department of Education standards.
• Organize environment and instruction to facilitate learning; write lesson plans for individual and group instruction.
• Develop and implement individualized lesson plans based on student needs and learning levels.
• Maintain classroom discipline and promote a safe, respectful learning environment.
• Collaborate with facility staff, counselors, and education coordinators to support student success.
• Integrate life skills, career readiness, and character education into daily instruction.
• Participate in professional development and training sessions.

Skills

Classroom management

Instructional skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Youth work experience

Education

Louisiana Teaching Certificate (ELA 6-12)

Praxis II ELA

Bachelor's degree in English/Education

Job description

Office of Juvenile Justice, Acadiana Center for Youth-Bunkie, in Bunkie, LA, seeks dedicated instructors for secure care youth. This full-time role requires delivering core academics in a mandated curriculum and building positive, respectful classrooms while promoting reintegration skills.

You will develop individualized lesson plans, manage classrooms, and collaborate with facility staff to ensure student success, safety, and progress in a structured setting.