Elementary & Middle School Enrichment Instructor

POSITION SUMMARY

At Carlsbad Educational Foundation (CEF), the Enrichment Instructor will be highly skilled and have the ability and capacity to teach students a given specialty by immersing them in hands-on enrichment lessons. Classes are held on Carlsbad Unified School District campuses after school dismissal. Classes typically range from 1-1.5 hours, from 1 to 5 days a week. All position responsibilities must be performed in accordance with city, state, federal and Company policy.

TO APPLY, PLEASE SUBMIT A RESUME AND COVER LETTER.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

ENRICHMENT INSTRUCTOR COORDINATOR DUTIES

• Teach after-school enrichment class once or multiple times a week for 5 - 10 weeks at a time in topics including but not limited to: languages, sports, art, performance, cooking, STEM, coding, and/or technology.
• Develop and facilitate a full syllabus with lesson plans for enrichment activities that are approved by the Enrichment Manager and meet the needs of the program and students.
• Manage students' check-in and out of the program and follow all program protocol as instructed.
• Source and secure materials, track expenses and submit reimbursements where necessary.
• Use proper safety protocols for indoor and outdoor settings by clearly defining safety expectations.
• Have basic knowledge of age-appropriate classroom and behavior management skills - Staff members routinely and effectively use classroom management techniques like setting expectations, appropriate consequences, attention-getters, and incentives.
• Effectively communicates verbally and in writing information that is critical to the successful operations of the program, including accidents, injuries, and behavior issues.
• Other work duties as assigned by management.

CORE COMPETENCIES

COMMUNICATION AND DOCUMENTATION

1. Ability to read, write, and comprehend English;
2. Exercise tact and diplomacy in dealing with students, parents, and staff;
3. Produce documentation that is clear, informative, and free from errors. Check spelling for accuracy.

FINDING SOLUTIONS

1. Focus on finding the best business solution and resolving conflict, not placing blame;
2. Listen and ask for clarification if information is not clear; and
3. Gather and analyze information skillfully.

ETHICS AND RESPECT FOR OTHERS

1. Treat everyone with respect and welcome the viewpoint of others;
2. Maintain a strong work ethic, be true to your word, and keep commitments;
3. Be timely and reliable;
4. Uphold Company values at all times; conserve company resources and report waste.

NON-EXEMPT POSITION DESCRIPTION

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATIONS, AND CLEARANCE

• High school diploma or the equivalent.
• Minimum of two years instructing students in a classroom, sport, or other educational setting.
• One year of experience writing and delivering lesson plans.
• California Department of Justice fingerprint and background clearance required.
• Criminal Record Certification.
• Child Abuse Index Check.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge:

• Basic computer skills, including Internet use, E-mail, and typing skills.
• Working knowledge of communication systems such as telephone and printing systems.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Curriculum development and teaching skills.

Skills and Abilities:

• Exhibit outstanding customer service to students, parents, and staff members.
• Model respectful and age-appropriate (for students) interpersonal communications skills.
• Excellent communication and time-management skills.
• Experience in classroom management or with leading small groups.
• Plan and implement lessons and activities.
• Evaluate the needs and progress of individual students.
• Evaluate emergency situations and act decisively and proactively to bring resolution to the situation.
• Discern when students may need special physical, medical or psychological assistance and support.