LEAD INSTRUCTOR - Homestead

Gang Alternative Inc; Florida City (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Gang Alternative Inc in Florida City, FL is seeking a part-time GPS Instructor to support the GPS program, assist the Site Coordinator, and provide direct instruction and supervision for children served. This role emphasizes logistical coordination and program-related communication.

You will engage in session outreach, resource development, and linking clients to support services as directed by the Site Coordinator, while maintaining safety and compliance.

Qualifications

• Bilingual ability in Creole or Spanish is required.
• Preferred A.A. or degree in Education; high school graduate acceptable.
• Available to work the program hours as scheduled.
• Reliable transportation and a personal cell phone are necessary.
• Experience with children in K-8th is preferred.
• Must pass a fingerprint background check.
• Basic computer skills are required.
• Must obtain Florida Child Care Professional Certificate.

Responsibilities

• Direct instruction of children in reading, social skills, PE or arts.
• Assess students with pre-, mid-, post-tests in the specialty area.
• Create a positive learning environment for children.
• Assist with homework completion and attendance.
• Engage with children independently and creatively.
• Provide daily snacks and ensure nutrition needs are met.
• Follow the daily activity schedule from Site Supervisor.
• Model hygiene and encourage cleanliness before meals.
• Engage parents; invite participation in activities and events.
• Maintain a safe, clean area for children.
• Attend trainings outside program hours to improve skills.
• Assist with computer lab use and educational activities.
• Participate in agency meetings and trainings as needed.
• Adhere to HIPAA and confidentiality requirements.
• Perform other duties as necessary.

Skills

Bilingual (Creole or Spanish)

Experience with children (K-8)

Basic computer skills

Transportation & cellphone

Available to work program hours

Education

A.A. or Degree in Education

High school diploma

Florida Child Care Professional Certificate

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Florida City, FL 33034

Reports to: Program Manager, GPS

Employment Type: Part‑time, Mode of work: In‑person (no remote work)

Work Location: Homestead, FL

Salary Range: $22.00/hr (non‑ negotiable)

Qualifications and Competencies

• Bilingual (Creole or Spanish)
• Preferred A.A. or Degree in Education or High school student graduate
• Available to work the required program hours
• Reliable personal transportation and personal cellular phone
• Demonstrated experience working with children in K-8th
• Positive response to criminal background check (fingerprint)
• Basic Computer skills
• Must obtain a Florida Child Care Professional Certificate

Position Summary

This position is responsible for providing program support to the Site Coordinator in ensuring that the work of the GPS program including logistical and communication support to coordinate program business, administrative matters and to provide direct instruction, supervision, care and support of children served in program. GPS Instructor services include: facilitating session outreach and resource development including linking clients to appropriate support services as directed by the Site Coordinator.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Direct instruction of children/youth, with each site location needing one of the following specialty areas: reading, social skills, physical education, arts
• Assessment testing of students within assigned specialty area (pre-, mid-, post)
• Create a positive, enriching academic environment for the children
• Assist and engage children with completion of the daily school homework and attendance
• Creative and works independently with the children
• Make sure the children’s nutritional needs are met through the daily snack (or lunch/snack during longer program day.)
• Follow the daily activity schedule set by the Site Supervisor
• Model and reinforce the washing of hands and cleanliness, especially before meals/snacks and after using the bathroom
• Demonstrate respect for parents at all times and invite them to join in regular program activities and special parent events
• Maintain a clean suitable/safe area for the children
• Attend staff trainings outside of program hours to improve professional skills and enhance the program activities
• Assist children in the use of educational computer lab
• Participate in agency meetings, in-service trainings and workshops as deemed appropriate.
• Abide by all HIPAA rules and regulations. Maintain strict confidentiality when handling client information.
• Perform other Duties as necessary