Job Description

Position Title:  Instructor              FLSA Status:              Non-Exempt

Position Code: INSTRUCT              EEO Category: Service Workers

Reports to: Director of Education/Lead Teacher

Position Summary

The role of Instructor is to assist with program academic learning and testing functions and various classroom activities as assigned. The education instructor's primary objectives include facilitating lesson plans and ensuring student’s success in earning credits or GED.

Essential Job Duties

• Assess and evaluate academic needs of youth; provide professional instruction and teaching to a diverse population as appropriate,
• Provide instruction related to core subject areas and electives according to lesson plans, IEPs and AMIkids Blended Learning Model incorporating other instructional strategies,
• Motivate and guide youth toward the successful accomplishment of established educational goals and objectives,

• Effective use of the Behavior Modification System by providing redirection and coaching to youth,

• Provide instruction in life skills and other career readiness curriculum as needed,
• Supervise classroom activities and computer based assignments,
• Maintain appropriate educational materials, equipment and resources,
• Maintain timely accurate and complete youth records (includes but not limited to lesson plans and grades),
• Serve as advisor and positive role model for youth at all times,
• Exhibit patience and empathy in appropriate situations,
• Maintain appropriate work habits, including regular and punctual attendance,
• Ensure compliance with applicable industry recognized policies/procedures/regulations,
• Actively supervise and/or coordinate day trips and special activities that involve recreational sports, facility and equipment cleaning, grounds maintenance and equipment relocation,
• Attend and maintain appropriate crisis intervention and physical restraint training and certification as defined by state and contract requirements,
• Attend and maintain CPR and First Aid certification by nationally recognized organization,
• Maintain cleanliness of classrooms and education facility,

• Assist with special projects and other duties as assigned.

This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. It is not designed to be a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required.

AMIkids Inc., EOE • Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled • DFWP Job Description – Instructor

Updated: 3.8.2018; 8.26.2020

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Minimum Education, Training and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required; college degree preferred,
• Two (2) years of experience working with youth,
• Must possess and maintain valid driver’s license in the state of employment and have a driving record

that meets the standards of the AMIkids Transportation Policy (CDL may be required based on role).

Environmental Conditions

Work is typically performed in usual office conditions with rare exposure to disagreeable environmental factors. Some tasks include potential for intermittent exposure to outdoor elements, e.g., heat, humidity, inclement weather. Some may involve working in and around moving vehicles and associated vehicle/equipment areas, where heightened awareness to surroundings and observance of established safety precautions is essential in avoidance of injury or accidents. Due to the nature and location of the work environment, incumbent must possess the ability to work with youth.

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the staff member is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, and talk or hear. The staff member is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and peripheral vision.

I have read and understand this job description and can perform all the duties listed with or without reasonable accommodations.