Youth Education Instructor — Academic & Job Skills

State of Louisiana; Westwego (LA); Vor Ort; USD 43.000 - 58.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

The Office of Juvenile Justice is seeking a dedicated Instructor to teach academic and job-readiness courses to youth in Bridge City Center for Youth. The role emphasizes structure, positivity, and strong instructional skills in a secure setting.

You will prepare lesson plans, use varied teaching strategies, and submit bi-weekly progress reports while collaborating with school staff and following all OJJ and DOE policies.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• Louisiana Teaching Certificate which includes certification in the area of employment as specified by Bulletin 746,Revised, Louisiana.
• Strong classroom management and instructional skills.
• Ability to work effectively with at-risk youth in a secure care setting.
• Excellent communication, organization, and interpersonal skills.

Aufgaben

• Teaches state-mandated curriculum — delivers academic content, entry-level job skills, and employability skills to youth in secure care.
• Plans and organizes instruction — writes lesson plans, prepares learning environments, adapts instruction for individual and group needs, and maintains reliable attendance.
• Maintains professional development — participates in trainings, seminars, and conferences to stay current in instructional practices and behavioral principles.
• Prepares reports and communicates with leadership — submits bi-weekly performance reports, communicates with OJJ Central Office, and meets all deadlines for lessons, attendance, and grades.
• Uses diverse teaching strategies — adapts instruction to different learning styles, abilities, and interests; communicates concepts clearly in both oral and written formats.
• Collaborates with staff — maintains strong communication with school and facility staff, serves on committees, and follows all OJJ/DOE policies and procedures.
• Performs additional duties — completes tasks assigned by the Principal, immediate supervisor, or Youth Facility Director.

Kenntnisse

Classroom management

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Working with at-risk youth

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university

Louisiana Teaching Certificate (Bulletin 746, Rev.)

Jobbeschreibung

The Office of Juvenile Justice is seeking a dedicated Instructor to teach academic and job-readiness courses to youth in Bridge City Center for Youth. The role emphasizes structure, positivity, and strong instructional skills in a secure setting.

You will prepare lesson plans, use varied teaching strategies, and submit bi-weekly progress reports while collaborating with school staff and following all OJJ and DOE policies.