LEAD INSTRUCTOR - Homestead

Gang Alternative, Inc.; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Gang Alternative, Inc. in Homestead, FL, is seeking a part-time GPS Instructor to provide direct instruction and program support for children in a GPS program.

The role involves coordinating logistics, communicating with the Site Coordinator, and assisting with administrative matters while ensuring a safe, engaging environment for youths. The position requires bilingual abilities (Creole or Spanish), experience with children (K-8), and reliable transportation.

Qualifications

• Bilingual (Creole or Spanish) is preferred.
• A.A. or degree in Education or high school graduate.
• Available to work the required program hours.
• Reliable personal transportation and a personal cellular phone required.
• Experience working with children in K-8th grade.
• Willingness to undergo a background check (fingerprint).
• Basic computer skills required.
• Florida Child Care Professional Certificate must be obtained.

Responsibilities

• Direct instruction of children/youth in specified specialty areas (reading, social skills, physical education, arts).
• Conduct pre-, mid-, and post- assessments of students in the assigned area.
• Create a positive, enriching academic environment for the children.
• Assist with completing daily school homework and attendance.
• Work independently and creatively with children.
• Ensure nutritional needs are met through daily snacks or meals.
• Follow the daily activity schedule set by the Site Supervisor.
• Model hygiene and cleanliness; reinforce handwashing.
• Engage parents by inviting them to regular activities and events.
• Maintain a safe, clean area for children.
• Attend trainings outside program hours to enhance skills.
• Assist children with educational computer lab use.
• Participate in agency meetings and workshops as deemed appropriate.

Skills

Bilingual (Creole or Spanish)

Reliable transportation

Personal cell phone

Basic computer skills

Experience with children K-8

Education

A.A. or Degree in Education

High school graduate

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