YouthBuild Classroom Instructor

Los Angeles Conservation Corps; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

The Los Angeles Conservation Corps is seeking a YouthBuild Classroom Instructor to deliver math and academic instruction while supporting participants in achieving educational and workforce goals.

You will implement the NCCER Construction Curriculum, monitor progress, and collaborate with program staff to ensure participant success in a safe, structured learning environment. Experience with youth development and strong classroom management are valued.

Qualifications

• Teaching Credential required.
• Experience with youth programs or 18-24-year-olds preferred.
• Knowledge of basic math instruction and construction-related curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Provide classroom instruction in mathematics and other subjects to help participants reach educational goals.
• Deliver and reinforce the NCCER Construction Curriculum through classroom activities and assessments.
• Monitor progress, provide tutoring and intervention as needed.
• Maintain accurate attendance records and report concerns.

Skills

Math instruction

Tutoring

Youth development

Classroom management

Communication

Education

Teaching Credential

Tools

NCCER Curriculum

Job description

Description

The YouthBuild Classroom Instructor is responsible for providing academic instruction and supporting participants in achieving educational and workforce development goals. The instructor delivers math instruction, assists with the implementation of the NCCER Construction Curriculum, and works collaboratively with program staff to ensure participant success.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide classroom instruction in mathematics and other academic subjects to support participants in obtaining their educational goals.
• Assist in delivering and reinforcing the NCCER Construction Curriculum, including classroom activities, assignments, and assessments.
• Monitor participant progress and provide academic support, tutoring, and intervention as needed.
• Maintain accurate daily attendance records and report attendance concerns to program staff.
• Support the Case and Transition Supervisor in monitoring participant engagement, retention, and overall program success.
• Collaborate closely with the YouthBuild Technician Supervisor to coordinate classroom and construction training activities.
• Assist with participant development by promoting positive behavior, leadership, teamwork, and workplace readiness skills.
• Maintain a safe, structured, and supportive learning environment.
• Participate in staff meetings, conferences, and program activities as required.
• Support data collection, documentation, and reporting requirements for grant compliance and program outcomes.
• Communicate regularly with participants, staff, and partner organizations to support participants' success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in education, Mathematics, Construction Technology, or related field preferred.
• Experience working with opportunity youth, workforce development programs, or alternative education settings.
• Knowledge of basic math instruction and construction-related curriculum.
• Experience with NCCER curriculum preferred.
• Strong classroom management, communication, and organizational skills.
• Commitment to supporting youth development and participant success.

Work Environment

• Classroom-based instruction with occasional participation in construction training activities and field experiences.
• Regular collaboration with YouthBuild program staff, educational partners, and workforce development personnel.

Reports To

YouthBuild Program Manager and works closely with the Case and Transition Supervisor and YouthBuild Technician Supervisor.

Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contact a comprehensive listing of activities, duties and/or responsibilities that may be required of the employee for this job. Duties of responsibilities and activities may change at any time and without notice.

Due to the organization's response to the COVID-19 pandemic, your essential functions and responsibilities may change to accommodate the needs of the program and to stay in compliance with CDC and County of LA Public Health Department requirements.

Minimum Education

Required Education And Experience

• Teaching Credential

Preferred Education And Experience

• Demonstrated ability to work well with Young Adults 18-24 years old.

Other Duties and Requirements

• Responsible, reliable, dependable, organized, and professional.

Supervisory Responsibility

This is a non-exempt position that does not have supervisory responsibility.

Note

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) of this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an at will relationship.