Teaching Specialist - 2nd Shift

Firefly Children & Family Alliance; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Student Loan Repayment

Tuition Reimbursement

Medical, Dental, and Health Insurance

PTO and Paid Holidays

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

Life Insurance

Job summary

Firefly Children & Family Alliance in Indianapolis is seeking a Teaching Specialist for our shelter to teach social, academic and independent living skills using the Teaching Family Model. The role supports youth in a structured, supportive environment and promotes positive behavior changes based on individualized plans. This position covers childcare responsibilities and administrative duties, with an evening shift from 2:30 p.m.

to 10:30 p.m. and at least one weekend shift per week.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Previous leadership experience preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Effective organization & time management skills.
• Candidates must be at least 21 years of age.
• Valid driver's license with 6 points or less on driving record.

Responsibilities

• Provide childcare and collaborate with staff to ensure healthy day-to-day care of children.
• Establish and maintain positive relationships with children per behavior care plans using the Teaching Family Model.
• Maintain a structured daily routine and coordinate activities to support developmental needs.
• Model and teach life skills including self-care and basic household tasks.
• Follow de-escalation procedures and support plans to reduce or avoid restraints.

Skills

Leadership experience

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Valid driver's license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Build a career that means more

Few jobs offer the satisfaction and gratification that come from doing work that improves the lives of vulnerable children and families. This is where Firefly Children and Family Alliance stands out from the crowd. As one of our employees, you will directly improve the lives of thousands of Indiana children, families, and adults.

Firefly Children & Family Alliance is currently seeking a full-time AND part time Teaching Specialist for our children's shelter. As a Teaching Specialist, you are responsible for teaching sound social, academic, and independent living skills to youth placed in the shelter care facility through the Teaching Family Model in order to promote positive behavior change based on each youth's individualized behavior management plan.

This position is scheduled on second shift, with hours of 2:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Candidates must be available to work at least one weekend shift per week.

In addition, part-time staff are required to attend two separate weeks of in-person orientation and training, which take place Tuesday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

You Will

Childcare (80%)

• Courteously communicate and collaborate with all staff and supervisors in order to provide healthy day to day care of children
• Patiently establish and maintain meaningful positive relationships with children as outlined in each behavior care plan using the Teaching Family Model (TFM)
• Consistently maintain a daily, structured routine that includes extra-curricular activities in and outside of the facility to promote healthy habits based on children's developmental needs
• Conscientiously model and teach youth various life skills such as appropriate social interaction, self care including personal hygiene and self-maintenance including household chores and food preparation
• Accurately follow de-escalation procedures in response to crises by identifying and implementing appropriate verbal techniques from the TFM or prescribed in an individualized behavior support plan; attempt to reduce or eliminate the need for physical restraint

Administration (20%)

• Thoroughly complete all required paperwork on time in accordance with TFM requirements
• Diligently oversee medication administration according to agency policy and accurately maintain medication logs
• Meticulously maintain the cleanliness and upkeep of the facility in compliance with regulations
• Continually maintain the academic structure within the facility

Job Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required
• Previous leadership experience preferred
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Effective organization & time management skills
• Candidates must be at least 21 years of age
• Valid driver's license with 6 points or less on driving record.

Our Benefits

• Student Loan Repayment
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Medical, Dental, and Health Insurance
• PTO and Paid Holidays
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance

Equal Employment Opportunity

Firefly Children & Family Alliance does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, and disability.