Instructor of Remediation - Gary - FT

The Excel Center Northern Indiana is a high-quality, free, public high school for adult learners 18 and older. We provide coursework toward completing the required credits for students to earn an Indiana Core 40 diploma (not a TASC/GED/HSE program). Our students benefit from a structured learning environment with direct/ face-to-face instruction, an accelerated format, small classes and individualized attention that meets the unique needs of adult learners. All students are assigned a life coach providing academic and personal counseling to support students pursuing their goals. Our staff have a significant impact on the lives of students seeking a second chance to change their lives. The Excel Center also requires students to earn industry-recognized certificates and/or dual credit college courses. We are seeking a dynamic and innovative team to assist in this endeavor.

Summary

Instructors hold primary responsibility for the implementation and development of The Excel Center curriculum and the success of its students. We seek teachers who are committed to continuously improving curriculum and instruction through collaboration as part of a team. The instructor will facilitate learning for students attending Excel Center, meeting students where they are. He/she employs a student-centered approach effectively tailoring the instructional strategies to the individual students needs approaching instruction with grit, creativity, and innovation. Strategies may include but are not limited to direct instruction, one-on-one instruction, seminars, self-paced lessons, and online learning environments. Instructors employ high impact instructional practices and motivational techniques. The position will work with the instructional team in meeting the educational objectives and adhering to the Indiana State Standards.

The Remediation Instructor will teach remediation courses with low reading and math levels, tutor students in their various courses and help prepare students to pass various assessments.

Education

• Bachelors degree in subject specialty required with a minimum of 2 years teaching experience post licensing, preferred.
  • License in elementary, middle school or special education considered.

Qualifications

• Current Indiana Teaching Certification in subject specialty, dual licensure preferred, mastery of and enthusiasm for academic subjects.
• Possess the essential mindset that all students can succeed.
• Drive to improve the outcomes and lives of students in and out of the classroom.
• Exhibit resilience to persevere and create opportunities for students out of challenges and lessons learned.
• Proven track record of student academic growth and achievement.
• Experience working with high school age students in urban, non-traditional, and/or in adult education setting highly preferred.
• Evidence of superior verbal and written communication skills; strong motivational skills.
• Evidence of self-motivation and willingness to be a team player; adaptable to shifting priorities.
• Has working knowledge of computer programs to perform clerical tasks: Microsoft Outlook, Google Applications, Excel, Word and web browsers.
• Ability to gather and analyze data for informed decision making.
• Bi-lingual in English and Spanish, highly preferred.
• Current drivers license and adequate automobile insurance required.
• Must be able to successfully pass a background check and drug screen.

Duties

• Builds and shapes instruction frameworks around student needs including online learning tools and content.
• Develops students individual learning plans along with the life coaches based on intake assessment. Determines students educational track, from the least integrated instruction (Credit Recovery) to the most integrated (Knowledge Mastery).
• Assesses appropriate students life experiences that apply towards school credits.
• Manages and monitors students learning experience to ensure student engagement and accomplish learning goals.
• Work with life coaches and leadership staff to support students.
• Attend all team and professional development meetings.