Middle School Financial Literacy Teacher - Part-Time

Part-Time Financial Literacy Teacher

BRICK is seeking an engaging and mission-driven Part-Time Financial Literacy Teacher to work with middle school students one day per week as part of our Career Pathways Program. This educator will help students develop practical financial skills while building confidence, critical thinking, and a vision for their future.

The ideal candidate believes all students deserve access to financial knowledge and economic opportunity and is passionate about making learning culturally relevant, interactive, and empowering.

Essential Functions

• Facilitate engaging 60 minute financial literacy lessons for middle school students
• Teach foundational concepts such as:
• Budgeting and saving
• Banking and credit basics
• Entrepreneurship and investing
• Smart spending and goal setting
• Career pathways and economic mobility
• Create a classroom culture grounded in respect, empathy, and student voice
• Use hands-on activities, discussions, and project-based learning to make concepts accessible and meaningful
• Build positive relationships with students and families
• Support BRICK's commitment to holistic student development and culturally responsive teaching
• Collaborate with school staff and program leaders as needed
• Prepare lesson materials and track student participation

Qualifications:

• Experience working with middle school-aged students preferred
• Background in education, business, finance, economics, youth development, or related field preferred
• Strong communication and classroom management skills
• Ability to connect financial literacy concepts to students' lived experiences and future goals
• Commitment to educational equity, cultural responsiveness, and community-centered learning
• Dependable, organized, and enthusiastic
• Substitute teacher certification eligible required
• Teaching certification is a plus but not required

Salary, Goals and Employment Period

• Wednesdays only from 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM from August 26 to June 16, 2027
• Approximately 5 hours per week
• Summer Professional Development in mid-August for 10-12 hours
• Competitive hourly rates based on experience

BRICK Networks is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other occupationally irrelevant criteria. BRICK Networks promotes affirmative action for minorities, women, disabled persons, and veterans.