LightHouse School Academic Teacher

Volunteers of America of North Louisiana; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Volunteers of America North Louisiana is seeking a LightHouse School Academic Teacher to improve the academic competence of students through after-school and summer programs in Shreveport, LA.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree, Louisiana Teaching Certification, and at least one year of teaching experience. This role requires flexible hours, strong communication, and a commitment to nurturing student growth in a faith-based community.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Louisiana Teaching Certification required.
• At least 1 year of teaching experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction to participants in school-based after-school and summer programs.
• Promote activities and experiences that develop academic, physical, mental, and emotional growth.
• Develop lesson plans utilizing the recommended curriculum and State standards.
• Develop and execute one-character education lesson site-wide.
• Collaborate effectively with paraprofessionals.
• Maintain discipline through positive behavior management techniques.
• Develop motivational strategies and effective learning methods for children.
• Attend all staff meetings.
• Communicate regularly with parents of participants.
• Communicate regularly with children’s teachers.
• Attend workshops and in-service programs offered by the organization and LA Department of Education.
• Work on special projects as assigned.

Skills

Creative teaching

Communication

Time management

Confidentiality

Computer basics

Organizational skills

Flexibility

Education

Bachelor's degree

Louisiana Teaching Certification

Job description

Position: LightHouse School Academic Teacher

Location: Shreveport, LA

Job Id:376

# of Openings:0

About Us

Volunteers of America North Louisiana is a faith-based, nonprofit organization with a mission to provide opportunity, promote dignity, and inspire change in all who find their way to us. As a church without walls, we do this through personalized housing, health, and human services that benefit children and families, veterans, individuals with disabilities, and senior adults. Founded in 1896 by social reformers Ballington and Maud Booth, Volunteers of America began as a movement of “volunteers” who were committed and sought to "reach and uplift" the American people. Volunteers of America North Louisiana began in Shreveport in 1935 with the opening of a shelter for women and children. Leading with our long-standing reputation and brand, the agency has grown to operate 40 programs, which tackle our communities’ most pressing issues and integrate our deep compassion with highly effective programs. Thanks to our dedicated team of more than 350 employees, along with thousands of volunteers, donors, and supporters, we aim to give hope to thousands of people each year. We endeavor to attract qualified and caring individuals to consider a career with us and experience a collaborative culture that offers challenging, stimulating, and rewarding opportunities for personal and professional growth.

“Start children off on the way they should go, and even when they are old they will not turn from it.” – Proverbs 22:6

Job Summary

Improve the academic competence of students through creative, innovative, enriching, and engaging activities after school and during the summer.

Job Duties/Essential Functions

• Provide instruction to participants in school-based after-school and summer programs.
• Provide and promote activities and experiences that will help participants develop academically, physically, mentally, and emotionally.
• Develop lesson plans that utilize recommended curriculum and State standards.
• Develop and execute one-character education lesson to be implemented site wide.
• Work effectively with paraprofessional.
• Maintain discipline through positive behavior management techniques.
• Develop motivational strategies and effective learning methods for children.
• Attend all staff meetings.
• Communicate regularly with the parents of participants.
• Communicate regularly with children’s teachers.
• Attend workshops and in-service programs offered by the organization, the Louisiana Department of Education, and other sources.
• Work on special projects as assigned.

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Louisiana Teaching Certification.
• One (1) year of teaching experience.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Willingness to seek and provide creative and meaningful learning experiences within a nurturing environment.
• Eagerness to sustain and improve client services and to maintain compliance with regulatory and funding sources.
• Availability to work flexible hours, including some weekends and evenings.
• Ability to clearly and effectively communicate both verbally and in writing. Ability to communicate with people of all levels and backgrounds.
• Basic computer skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet all deadlines.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and exercise discretion when handling sensitive situations.