What are the responsibilities and job description for the Academic Instructor (Credential Teacher) – (Balboa High School) position at CYCSF?
JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
The Community Youth Center of San Francisco (CYC) provides the youth of our city a sense of belonging and vital tools and experiences to succeed in life. Our services include academic support and college counseling, job placement and employment training, substance use and violence prevention education, crisis intervention and mediation, leadership development, technology and computer training. Our mission is to encourage a diverse population of high-need young people to explore their full potential through academic, career, family, and community life.
Title: Academic Instructor (Credential Teacher) – (Balboa High School)
Salary: $51-$57/Hour, 25-29 hours/week
Reports to: Site Coordinator
Status: Temporary Part-Time, Non Exempt (Temporary Summer Position: 6/5/25-7/18/25)
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
Under the supervision of the Site Coordinator, the Academic Instructor is responsible for developing curriculum and leading academic lesson plans to high school students. This position will teach core academic subject classes for high school age youth and/or incorporate academic learning through enrichment or project based learning activities. Incorporate opportunities for leadership development and college/career exploration and readiness as appropriate. (Note: This is an in-person summer program which will be offered at a school site.)
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Develop curriculum and lead academic lesson plans to support summer learning.
- Teach core subject classes and/or incorporate academic learning through enrichment or project based learning activities.
- Provide opportunities for leadership development and college/career exploration and readiness.
- Assist and support a variety of skill building and project based learning activities for high school aged youth.
- Provide active supervision and ensure youth adhere to health and safety protocols and guidelines at program sites as well as during fieldtrips.
- Establish and maintain a positive and safe learning environment for program participants including assisting with classroom and behavior management, resolving and mediating conflicts using restorative practices, handling emergencies and injuries, etc.
- Support outreach and marketing strategies to recruit and retain youth in programs.
- Provide curriculum training and coaching to program leaders and staff as requested.
- Collaborate with school and CYC staff to coordinate cultural celebrations and culminating events that builds community and celebrates youth accomplishments.
- Work with school faculty and parents/guardians to maintain a high level of communication and positive relationships/climate between school and families.
- Assist with data collection and produce programmatic reports as requested by funders and supervisor.
- Assist with administering and collecting evaluation data as required by funders and for continuous program improvement.
- Participate in regular staff meetings and attend on-going training opportunities as needed.
- Maintain the cleanliness and organization of all shared program spaces.
- Complete other duties as assigned by supervisor.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree and teaching credential certificate is required.
- Knowledge of youth development practices and/or 2 or more years of experience teaching and facilitating lesson plans or activities for youth.
- Experience in classroom management, conflict mediation, and restorative practices is a plus.
- Experience working with diverse youth and families is a plus.
- Ability to develop, implement, and organize programs and special events.
- Possess good organizational, communication and teamwork skills.
- Capacity to multitask, work independently, and meet strict programmatic deadlines.
- Good technology skills (familiar with Google docs & sheets, MS Office, etc.)
- Ability to model to staff and participants: professionalism, personal responsibility, a strong work ethic and positive character.
- Ability to work and provide in-person services.
- Able to lift or move at least 25lbs.
- Bilingual in Spanish and Cantonese/Mandarin, is a plus.
Salary : $51 - $57
