Lead Teacher/ Teachers/ Instructor

Salary: $60,000 (Annually)

Job Summary:

Hands of Healing’s Lead Teacher and Teacher positions are responsible for curriculum development which facilitates instruction appropriate for students with a variety of academic competencies, backgrounds, skills, and learning needs. He/She is responsible to design and implement daily instruction of all subject areas. All Teachers are required to promote a positive climate of learning and excellence where students can enhance their developmental growth.

Essential Functions:

• Construct vocational course and curriculum subject areas approved by Program Director or Designee which introduces youth to career choices.
• Maintain a grade book record of student’s academic progress for the report card development.
• Create a safe and inclusive classroom environment of respect and rapport to ensure a positive learning experience for youth with diverse backgrounds.
• Utilize the Hands of Healing adopted curriculum to ensure compliance with National Academic Standards.
• Coordinate Student Council Activities and other meaningful experiences for Hands of Healing learners which promotes volunteerism and community.
• Develop Individualized Educational Plans that will allow proper reporting and documentation of student’s developmental progress (cognitive, emotional, social, and physical).
• Implement instructional strategies to meet the academic needs of the students.
• Meet departmental and program deadlines to ensure contractual compliance with reporting requirements.
• Organize and prepare materials for daily instruction while ensuring the inventory of classroom materials, may include textbooks, furniture, and other equipment needed to assist in the provision of instruction.
• Plan and coordination with Program Director or Designee special educational events to include such as but not limited to: science fairs, acculturation activities, visits to museums and water conservation center.
• Always ensure the proper supervision of youth.
• Able to professionally and productively react to change and handle other essential tasks as assigned.
• Individualize lesson plans to meet each student’s academic level.
• Assist Shift Supervisor, Shift Leader, or Program Director with the coordination of Physical Education instruction to ensure compliance with state and federal requirements.
• Must annually maintain any professional or para-professional certifications acquired while employed with Hands of Healing.
• Must assist in the evacuation of youth as needed due to inclement weather conditions, natural disasters, or other unforeseen occurrences.
• Attend all departmental and program meetings to ensure that up-to-date information is received and/or information of policy changes or practice are adhered to.
• Willing to travel if needed for trainings, conferences or to transport youth to destination if reunified within the U.S.
• Attend all organizational required trainings and trainings that will enhance professional growth in the area of Education and/or Vocational curriculum and instruction with pre-approval from program director or designee.

Qualifications:

• Must be able to communicate verbally and in writing (English/Spanish)
• 1-2 years of paid or unpaid experience teaching youth in a bilingual setting preferred.
• Must be computer literate with working knowledge of Microsoft Windows (Word Perfect, Microsoft Word, Excel)
• Bilingual (English/Spanish)
• Must be at least 21 years of age at the time of hire.
• Cleared Tuberculosis test results.
• Must be able to work a flexible work schedule.
• Cleared pre-employment and random drug test results.
• Cleared pre-employment and random drug test results.
• Bachelor’s degree required in the field of Education or related field (Lead Teacher and Teacher).

Physical Demands:

Must be able to obtain First Aid Certification (CPR) and Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) certification. Must be able to supervise clients indoors and outdoors as necessary. Bending, stooping and lifting up to 20lbs required to complete daily tasks. Involves walking and standing for extended periods of time.

Work Environment:

Work is at youth care facility at which minors receive multiple services. Work shifts are subject to change to meet the needs of the program. Predominantly indoors, occasional outdoor monitoring or activities.

EEO Statement:

It is the policy of Hands Of Healing to provide equal employment opportunity and treat all employees equally regardless of age, race, creed/religion, color, national origin, immigration status or citizenship status, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, sex/gender, gender identity, gender expression, disability, genetic information or genetic predisposition or carrier status, marital status, partnership status, victim of domestic violence, sexual or other reproductive health decisions, or other characteristics protected by applicable law.