Elementary & Middle School Enrichment Instructor

Overview

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.

• 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 and implement classroom management techniques such as setting expectations, appropriate consequences, attention-getters, and incentives.
• Effectively communicate 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• • 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:

• • 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.