Substitute Instructor

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• Title: Academic Instructor (Substitute)
• Reports To: Academics Manager
• Department: Academics
• FLSA Status: Non‑Exempt
• Primary Objectives: Prescribe individual and/or group lessons to help students overcome difficulties in mathematics and reading; provide instruction across Reading, Mathematics, Workplace Communications, Employability Skills, Health Education, Driver’s Education, and HSD/HSE; conduct and manage academic classes.
• Pay: $27.00/hr – $27.00/hr
• License: Must have Washington State teaching license (or proof of certification pursuit)
• Driver’s License: Valid State Driver’s License with acceptable record
• On‑Call
  
  Hours:
  
  Included
• Wage: $26.65–$26.66 hourly

• Perform as an instructor in a regular classroom setting, delivering instruction in Reading, Mathematics, Workplace Communications, Career Success Standards, Health Education, Driver’s Education or HSD/HSE.
• Create a positive and motivating classroom atmosphere to maximize student engagement.
• Maintain discipline to ensure effective learning.
• Build rapport with students and staff.
• Collaborate with career‑tech instructors on curriculum development.
• Utilize all available curricular resources at the Center.
• Prepare adequately for each class.
• Maintain student records, including data, test scores, evaluations, incident reports, and awards; record attendance in CIS.
• Participate in ESPs (evaluation of student performance).
• Evaluate student employee performance in academics and CSS; provide feedback.
• Work toward meeting performance standards, learning gains, HSD/HSE, trade completion, and certification.
• Conduct ATARS audits and develop corrective actions.
• Follow CDSS plan and Code of Conduct daily.
• Assist with quarterly graduation exercises.
• Adhere to property control policies and safety practices.
• Maintain good housekeeping in all areas.
• Comply with all relevant regulations and Life Skills Connection policies.
• Model Life Skills Connection’s core values and operating principles.
• Mentor student employees on Career Success Standards.
• Participate in PRH‑mandated staff training; failure to participate may result in disciplinary action up to termination.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

• Effective Communication: Present information clearly and concisely; confirm understanding.
• Written Communication: Produce clear, concise, and easy‑to‑read documents.
• Organization of Work: Handle multiple projects with decision‑making, flexibility, and problem‑solving; manage time and prioritize tasks.
• Attention to Detail: Complete work accurately and efficiently.
• Continuous Improvement: Seek ways to enhance service delivery through skill development.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with advanced Microsoft Office applications (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).

• Minimum of one to two years related experience in education.

• Bachelor’s degree from a four‑year college or university.

• Certified to teach in the state where the center is located (state may waive if no certified teachers are available, but the candidate must pursue certification).
• Valid State Driver’s License with acceptable driving record.

The physical demands include sitting, standing, walking, reaching with hands and arms, talking, listening, and occasionally lifting up to 25 pounds. Required vision includes close, distance, and peripheral vision.

Employees may be exposed to outdoor weather conditions and varying noise levels from moderate to loud.

• Pro‑rated paid holidays, PTO accrual, sick time.

As a federal contractor, selected candidates must pass a background check and a pre‑employment drug test. Failure to pass results in disqualification. Selected candidates will receive CPR/First Aid and Narcan training within 90 days of employment. Employees…