Lead Instructor, Essential Skills (Software, Information Technology)-1

OVERVIEW:  

The Essential Skills (Software, Information Technology) Lead Instructor will report to the Academic Director and will teach foundational concepts related to our Essential Skills (Software, Information Technology) curriculum. Your role involves facilitating practical, experience-based learning that equips students with essential competencies and skills to succeed in business settings, emphasizing peer learning and self-driven curiosity.  This role is a key member of the local academic team, may be expected to take on additional projects at the request of the Academic Director, partner with vendor to establish and enhance curriculum, and manage a team of instructors.

To succeed in this role, you’ll bring a passion for education, classroom experience, and diverse knowledge of Essential Skills (Software, Information Technology)and its application in the workplace. You’re someone who finds satisfaction in facilitating creative, interactive lessons, and serving as an advisor and coach to our young adults. You will also have the opportunity to interact with students as a mentor, group facilitator, and advocate, contributing to building a positive educational environment. 

This is a hybrid and location-flexible role that will require occasional in-person activities for coaching and support of our students. You must live within a commutable distance to one of our locations where we serve students (https://www.yearup.org/job-training/locations). Preference to West Coast candidates.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:  

Instruction (20% - 50%)

• Instruction: Deliver course content and ensure students gain hands-on experience and develop the relevant skills.
• Practical Application: Use community conversations and projects to deepen understanding of business operations and teamwork.
• LMS Management: Track student progress, feedback, and grades via the Learning Management System (LMS).
• Classroom Management: Foster an engaging and respectful learning environment.
• Feedback & Evaluation: Provide formal and informal feedback, helping students self-assess their progress.
• Assessment: Measure learning and growth of Year Up United students and ensure successful transition to corporate internships.

Academic Support (10%)

• Individualized Support: Provide office hours and 1:1 tutoring to students.

Academic Projects (15% - 45%)

• Subject Matter Expertise: Serve as a domain expert and subject matter expert on curriculum review teams, providing insights to improve content quality and alignment with organizational goals.
• Provide support for additional academic initiatives and projects as assigned, ensuring alignment with organizational priorities.

Leadership (20%)

• Provide feedback on curriculum enhancements.
• Coach less experienced instructors weekly, observing classrooms, reviewing lesson plans, and providing improvement suggestions.
• Lead bi-weekly academic team meeting for all instructors in same academic discipline (e.g., review grades, student progress, collaborative projects). 
• Provide performance management and coaching to team of Instructors.

Professional Development and Other (15%)

• Professional Development: Engage in ongoing professional growth activities, such as workshops, conferences, or certifications, to enhance knowledge and skills relevant to the role.

Team/Learning Community Member (10%)

• Serve as a coach/mentor for a small number of current students
• Join and sometimes facilitate weekly group sessions with students
• Participate in staff meetings and trainings

QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Master’s degree in [relevant field] and/or equivalent degree(s), advanced certification(s), or work experience required 
• 7+ years of experience as an educator, facilitator or practitioner required
• 5+ years of experience in Essential Skills (Software, Information Technology) preferred
• 5+ years of experience teaching or working with youth preferred  
• Previous management experience is preferred
• Skilled in creating and facilitating high-quality, rigorous, college-level classes 
• Experience with curriculum, syllabus development, and lesson planning 
• Interest and demonstrated ability in mentoring instructors  
• Proven ability to drive the collaborative efforts of instructors