Lead Educational Facilitator

nphosting; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% employer-paid health insurance

Dental and vision coverage

Retirement plan options

Additional employer-sponsored benefits

Job summary

Compass Connections in San Antonio, TX is hiring a Lead Educational Facilitator to support educational programs for children in shelter and group home settings. You will provide instructional leadership, mentor education staff, and ensure curriculum aligns with state requirements.

Fluency in English and Spanish is required; a Bachelor's degree is required (preferably in social work, psychology, criminal justice, sociology, or related field).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited program; preferred fields include social work, psychology, criminal justice or sociology.
• Graduate degree preferred in a related field.
• Fluency in English and Spanish required.
• Certifications: First aid, CPR, Emergency Behavior Intervention.
• 1 year of related experience required; 2+ years preferred.
• Pass pre-employment drug screen and criminal background checks.

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional leadership to education staff including facilitators and Life Skills Coordinators.
• Identify students' instructional needs, including English learners, and develop curriculum.
• Ensure program and curriculum comply with state/federal requirements and Compass policy.
• Prepare reports for licensing entities and audits; maintain student records.
• Visit classrooms regularly for formal and informal observations; assist with discipline as needed.
• Teach at least 2 classes if feasible and coordinate reading interventions.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Leadership

Training

Education

Bachelor's degree

Graduate degree preferred

Tools

Salesforce

Workday

Outlook

Job description

It's a great feeling to work for a company that does so much good for others around the world!

Lead Educational Facilitator

Make a difference every day with an organization dedicated to doing good and caring for others.

Compass Connections believes every child deserves to have a place where they feel safe and loved. Our organization offers emergency shelter and group home placement for children while we work to reunite them with family.

We know the sooner family reunification is accomplished, the sooner children can safely integrate into the community and thrive.

We are now hiring compassionate and dependable individuals to join our team in San Antonio, TX.

All Benefits available on the first day of employment.

• 100% employer-paid medical, dental, vision insurance
• Retirement plan options
• Additional employer sponsored benefits available

Ask your recruiter for a complete overview of the benefits available to you.

Language Requirement:

Fluency in English and Spanish is required.

Academic Requirement:

Required - Bachelor's or undergraduate degree from an accredited program/university, preferably in one of the following areas: social work, psychology, criminal justice, sociology, or related field of study;

Preferred - Graduate degree from accredited program/university in a related field

Certifications:

• First aid
• CPR
• Emergency Behavior intervention

Work experience:

• Required - One (1) year of related experience and/or training;
• Preferred - Two (2) plus years of related experience and/or training

Critical Action Items & Measurable Deliverables:

1. Maintain awareness and understanding of current educational research, methodology and legislative mandates and share updates with staff.
2. Work evenings, weekends, and holidays as necessary or requested by the position supervisor.
3. Implement Compass Connections safety protocols including evacuating with children and other staff in case of an emergency.
4. Maintain confidentiality in all areas of related to children and program operations.
5. Lead weekly Staff Meetings.
6. Provide on the Job Training for all new staff members. Mentor all new Facilitators as per the Education program's Coaching/Mentorship model.
7. Manage Workday entries for Education staff.
8. Gather/compile quarterly report data as well as documentation for audits.
9. Create and gather documentation for the Acculturation Binder.
10. Enter and review data in Salesforce; seek additional training on Salesforce.
11. Submit Help Desk tickets for your department.
12. Attend all required Pre-Service and ongoing trainings.
13. Schedule and participate in all scheduled meetings and supervisions.
14. Adhere to the Compass Connections policy and procedures, as well as federal and state regulations.
15. Maintain Compass Connections professional and ethical standards of conduct outlined in Compass Connections employee handbook including demonstrating respect for agency staff, children and community members and complying with required dress code at all times.

Other Responsibilities:

1. Provide instructional leadership, direction and feedback to education staff including facilitators, teacher aides and Life Skills Coordinators.
2. Identify each student's instructional needs, including those of limited English proficiency and develop curriculum to meet these needs.
3. Ensure education program and all curriculum is consistent with state and federal education requirements and Compass Connections philosophy, goals, and objectives.
4. Prepare timely reports required by licensing entities.
5. Maintain accurate records pertaining to student identification and assessment for program participation.
6. Visit classrooms frequently, for both formal and informal observations.
7. Assist with classroom management / discipline, if needed.
8. Teach at least 2 classes (if feasible for the program).
9. Coordinate/Facilitate Reading Intervention for struggling learners.
10. Become familiar with Salesforce grading system; attend additional training on Salesforce process and procedures.
11. Demonstrate the ability to utilize Outlook by knowing the proper format to send/receive emails to all relevant parties associated with job duties and responsibilities.
12. Foster Care Programs - Support, encourage, and recruit foster parents.
13. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

1. Pass a pre-employment drug screen and random drug screens throughout employment.
2. Provide proof of work eligibility status upon request.
3. Pass a pre-employment and biennial criminal background checks.
4. Demonstrate the ability to:
   a. Respond sensitively and competently to the service population's cultural and socio-economic characteristics.
   b. Interpret and implement Texas Education Agency rules and regulations.
   c. Organize and prioritize responsibilities and duties efficiently.
   d. Work collaboratively with other staff members, service providers and professionals.
   e. Provide crisis intervention according to training provided by Compass Connections when