We seek highly motivated individuals to join our team of educators, administrators, and counselors. Successful candidates should be comfortable working in a fast-paced learning environment. This is an excellent opportunity for qualified candidates looking to join a team of hard-working, proactive, positive, and successful educators.
JOB DESCRIPTION
We are looking to hire an experienced English Instructor (AP Level Preferred) to provide instruction in literature, essay composition, vocabulary, creative writing, reading comprehension, and other core curriculum. The English instructor's responsibilities will include conducting their lesson plans as well as provide academic support to students in preparation for their AP Exams at the end of the year.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's degree in Education, English, or a related field from an accredited college or university (required)
Master's degree in Education, English, or a related field from an accredited college or university (preferred)
2 years experience as an English/Writing instructor or tutor (required)
Successful track record of helping students with creative writing and preparing students for writing competitions
Knowledgeable with AP English content and tests
Professional communication skills (both spoken and written)
Proven experience assisting students with essay review
Competent in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
Able to work independently and collaborate with a team
Enthusiastic about working with students and parents
Able to maintain strict confidentiality
Highly organized and detail-oriented (attention to detail and accuracy is imperative)
Ability to meet schedules and deadlines
Good judgment and decision-making abilities
Good problem-solving skills
Good planning skills
Highly responsive
Highly proactive
Highly reliable
Integrity
JOB DUTIES:
Collaborate with the Director of Curriculum Development to develop lesson plans and curricula as needed
Prepare students for the AP English exam
Assess students' needs and provide extra support in any lacking areas
Provide homework help as needed
Able to lead a classroom of students effectively and work efficiently with students
Good classroom management skills
This Job Is Ideal for Someone Who Is:
Dependable -- more reliable than spontaneous
People-oriented -- enjoys interacting with people and working on group projects
Adaptable/flexible -- enjoys doing work that requires frequent shifts in direction
Detail-oriented -- would rather focus on the details of work than the bigger picture
Achievement-oriented -- enjoys taking on challenges, even if they might fail
Autonomous/Independent -- enjoys working with little direction
Innovative -- prefers working in unconventional ways or on tasks that require creativity
Job Type: Part-Time
Ability to commute/relocate:
Pasadena, CA (Required)