Lead Instructor

State of Oklahoma; Oklahoma; On-site; USD 44,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan matching

11 holidays

15 days annual and sick leave

Job summary

The State of Oklahoma is seeking a Lead Instructor for the Sooner Job ChalleNGe Program in Oklahoma City. This role acts as Principal and education lead, coordinating enrollment with EPIC Charter School and various Vocational programs, and supervising one certified teacher.

The position requires BA/BS with Oklahoma Teacher Certification; MA/MS is preferred, plus supervisory experience and strong communication and confidentiality skills.

Qualifications

• BA/BS and Oklahoma Teacher Certification required.
• MA/MS preferred with prior principal duty experience.
• Documented supervisory experience.
• Ability to manage confidential information and maintain professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate curriculum development and student enrollment with EPIC charter schools.
• Schedule and evaluate GED and academic testing.
• Gather and document student academic data during enrollment and completion.
• Primary point of contact for education questions from parents.
• Supervise instructional staff and coordinate program improvements.

Skills

Curriculum development

Student enrollment coordination

Educational testing (GED/TABE)

Communication skills

Supervisory experience

Education

BA/BS and Oklahoma Teacher Certification

MA/MS preferred with principal duty experience

Job description

Job Posting End Date

Refer to the date listed at the top of this posting, if available. Continuous if date is blank. Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above.

Job Posting Title

Lead Instructor

Agency

025 OKLAHOMA MILITARY DEPARTMENT

Supervisory Organization

Oklahoma Military Department

Full/Part-Time

Full time

Job Type

Regular

Compensation

Salary: $52,337 Annually ($4,361.42 per month)

Basic Purpose

The Sooner Job ChalleNGe Program serves up to sixty 17- to 21-year-old "At-Risk" youth. The Program combines classroom work, technical school training, community service, physical training, and team-building activities to enhance the life-skills and employability potential of these youth. Additional major elements of the program are: career skills, healthy living, citizenship, leadership/followership, discipline, physical fitness, resiliency and life skills, practical job skills training and character development. The position of Lead Instructor serves as Principal and the resident authority on education serving the participants of the Sooner Job ChalleNGe Program as they work toward a HS diploma or GED. The position is also responsible for coordinating the enrollment process of students with Epic Charter School as well as enrollment with various Vocational Career Training Programs. This position will oversee all aspects of these partnerships and perform a variety of other duties as assigned by the supervisor. The position reports to the Program Deputy Director and will supervise a staff of one (1) Oklahoma certified teacher.

Essential Functions

• Coordinate curriculum development and manage student enrollment with EPIC charter schools. Attend all IEP meetings with EPIC Charter School staff.
• Ensure curriculum meets required legislated and program standards.
• Schedule, supervise and evaluate the educational process for program students, to include GED academic classes, high school credit recovery, educational field trips, vocational courses, and other activities relating to the curriculum as necessary.
• Coordinate and schedule testing including but not limited to GED and academic achievement testing using the TABE (Test of Adult Basic Education).
• Responsible for gathering, preparing, and documenting student’s academic statistical data upon Sooner Job ChalleNGe enrollment and completion.
• Primary point of contact for parents regarding education questions relating to their student.

Managerial

• Supervise, direct, and evaluate the performance of the certified instructional staff to include interviewing and recommend hiring.
• Coordinate with other departments on program improvement and cooperative activities, must be a team player.
• Enforce program rules and policies in accordance with the Master Youth Programs Cooperative Agreement (MYPCA) and Oklahoma Military Department guidelines.
• Perform additional duties as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Ability to handle confidential information; exercise judgment in interpreting and applying rules or policy; must be computer savvy to include basic software programs. Must possess the ability to be an effective communicator, problem solver, and a self-starter. Must remain calm and professional under stressful conditions.

Education and Experience

BA/BS and Oklahoma Teacher Certification required with documented supervisory experience. MA/MS preferred with prior principal duty experience.

Licenses/Certificates required

Current Oklahoma Teacher’s certificate

Benefits

This is a full-time state position that provides a percentage of matching contributions to employees’ retirement plans, 11 holidays, and a minimum of 15 days of annual and sick leave per year. The state also offers a comprehensive benefits package, including a benefit allowance to offset the cost of insurance premiums for employees and their eligible dependents.

Physical Requirements

• Standing for long periods of time
• Sitting for long periods of time
• Able to lift/carry a minimum of 15 pounds

Conditions Of Employment

• Serves a 12-month trial period
• T1/CNACI security clearance (Eligibility for national security positions shall be granted only to persons who are U.S. citizens)
• Contingent on passing pre-employment drug & alcohol screening
• Contingent on continuous federal funding
• Must maintain a valid driver’s license
• Must possess a valid Oklahoma Teaching Certificate
• Tobacco and Vape free facility
• FLSA Exempt status

Notes

This position is located at the Sooner Job ChalleNGe Program in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma and is full-time, year-round position.

Equal Opportunity Employment

The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.

Current active State of Oklahoma employees must apply for open positions internally through the Workday Jobs Hub.