Living with Purpose GED Instructor

Apache Behavioral Health Services, Inc.; Whiteriver (AZ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Apache Behavioral Health Services, Inc. is seeking a Living with Purpose GED Instructor in Whiteriver, Arizona. This role focuses on delivering structured GED instruction, fostering a positive learning environment, and supporting participants in achieving their educational goals.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and experience in educational instruction with a commitment to promoting accountability and confidence among students. Collaboration with program management is essential for success in aligning educational services.

Qualifications

• Experience in delivering GED instruction to diverse learners.
• Ability to develop comprehensive lesson plans tailored to student needs.
• Strong communication skills to facilitate student engagement.

Responsibilities

• Deliver daily GED instruction in core subjects.
• Monitor and document student progress and outcomes.
• Collaborate with staff to align program goals.

Skills

GED instruction

Classroom management

Student assessment

Communication skills

Adaptability in teaching

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education or related field

Job description

WHITE MOUNTAIN APACHE BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SERVICES, INC.

JOB DESCRIPTION

POSITION: LIVING WITH PURPOSE GED INSTRUCTOR

CLASSIFICATION CODE: EXEMPT FULL TIME

DEPARTMENT: LIVING WITH PURPOSE

REPORTS TO: LIVING WITH PURPOSE PROGRAM MANAGER

STATEMENT OF JOB

The GED instructor is responsible for delivering structured instruction to participants seeking their General Educational Development (GED) credential. This role supports participants in building foundational academic skills while promoting consistency, accountability, and confidence. The GED instructor plays a key role in aligning education services with ABHS program goals, including the Living with Purpose (LWP) program, by supporting participant progress, documenting outcomes, and maintaining a structured and engaging learning environment.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Instruction and Facilitation

• Deliver daily GED instruction in subjects including Math, Science, Language Arts, and Social Studies
• Develop and implement structured lesson plans aligned with GED testing standards
• Adapt teaching strategies to meet varying learning levels and needs
• Maintain an engaging, respectful, and supportive classroom environment
• Create lesson plans and modify accordingly throughout the year
• Integrate competencies, goals and objectives in lesson plans
• Utilize curricula that reflect the diverse educational, cultural, and linguistic backgrounds of the students served
• Work with Program Manager to ensure program objectives are met
• Establish and communicate clear objectives for learning activities
• Assess students' readiness to take exams
• Help students prepare and study for GED exams
• Develop professional relationships with other programs, departments, and community stakeholders
• Build rapport with participants while maintaining professional boundaries
• Monitor participant progress and provide individualized support
• Encourage consistency, attendance, and goal setting
• Identify barriers to learning and communicate concern appropriately
• Support participants in developing soft skills such as communication, time management, and accountability, as it relates to program participation
• Reinforce workplace readiness behaviors aligned with LWP expectations
• Collaborate with Career Coaches to support participant engagement and progress, while maintaining primary responsibility for academic instruction
• Identify participant barriers and communicate with appropriate staff for support and referrals
• Other duties as assigned

Documentation & Reporting

• Track attendance daily and ensure accuracy in reporting systems
• Document participant progress, session outcomes, and educational milestones
• Maintain up to date records in computer management maintenance system (CMMS)
• Submit reports in a timely and consistent manner

Program Alignment & Collaboration

• Align instructions with ABHS program structure and expectations
• Collaborate with LWP staff, case managers, leadership, and outside stakeholders
• Participate in team meetings and contribute professionally
• Support referrals and intake processes as needed
• Provide instructional support across multiple LWP/GED sites as needed, including travel to assist participants and deliver instruction
• Work in coordination with Career Coaches to align educational progress with participant employment and personal development goals

Classroom Structure & Accountability

• Maintain a consistent daily schedule, including breaks and instructional blocks
• Enforce program expectations and classroom guidelines
• Ensure a safe, respectful, and productive learning environment

NOTE: Preference in filling vacancies is given to qualified Indian candidates in accordance with the Indian Preference Act (Title 25, U.S. Code, Section 472 and 473).

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The physical characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

Constant: standing. Frequent: repetitive use of hand, walking, standing, bending neck and waist, squatting, climbing, kneeling, twisting neck and waist, simple grasping of left and right hand, power grasping right and left hand, fine manipulation right and left hand, pushing and pulling right and left hand, reaching above shoulder level, reaching below shoulder level, lifting objects weighing up to 25 pounds from below the waist to a height of 3 feet.

Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The employment is considered “at will” and agree that my employment can be terminated with or without cause and with or without notice at any time at the option of either me or the company.