Reading Instructor for Youth Development

Management & Training Corporation; Joliet (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Prescription and life insurance

Short & long-term disability

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development assistance

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Management & Training Corporation (MTC) operates the Joliet Job Corps Center in Joliet, IL, and seeks an educator to provide academic instruction to students in accordance with approved curricula.

The role focuses on directing and supporting student learning, collaborating with counselors, and maintaining a conducive classroom environment. A bachelor’s degree with a valid teaching certificate and one year of related experience are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and a valid teaching certificate are required.
• One year related teaching experience required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Experience with youth is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide students with basic direction, instruction and assistance in designated area of instruction.
• Motivate and counsel students in areas of behavior, training, personal problems or study habits.
• Coordinate with counselors and staff as necessary to resolve issues affecting student training.
• Develop and prepare lessons in accordance with approved curriculum guidelines; recommend curricula changes and supplemental materials.
• Maintain organized, clean training environment conducive to learning.
• Participate on student assessment panels; perform required documentation.
• Administer and correct tests; maintain progress and attendance reports including required CIS updates.
• Control use of equipment and supplies; recommend purchases.
• Develop and conduct enrichment programs as assigned.
• Utilize workplace language and behavior expectations in the classroom; relate academic skills to career training and workplace requirements; inquire if individual students need assistance.

Skills

Teaching

Communication

Curriculum development

Classroom management

Student assessment

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Teaching certificate

One year related experience

Driver's license

Job description

Management & Training Corporation (MTC) operates the Joliet Job Corps Center in Joliet, IL, and seeks an educator to provide academic instruction to students in accordance with approved curricula.

The role focuses on directing and supporting student learning, collaborating with counselors, and maintaining a conducive classroom environment. A bachelor’s degree with a valid teaching certificate and one year of related experience are required.