Instructor - Academic - AMIkids Aspen

• Assess and evaluate academic needs of youth; provide professional instruction and teaching to a diverse population as appropriate,


• Effectively implement AMIkids Way (Kids First, Safety, and Family) and key elements of Positive Youth Development (Relationships, Meaningful Participation, Community Involvement, and Challenged & Engaged Programming) and the AMIkids Personal Growth Model (PGM) in all interactions with students, 


• Actively ensure all interactions reflect Kids First, Safety, Family, Relationships, Meaningful Participation, Challenge and Engaged environment and Community Involvement,


• Interactions with youth shall maintain an environment that provides a physically/emotionally safe space for youth and effective learning, growth, and progress toward individualized goals, 


• Model supportive, consistent, respectful behavior with all parties to ensure an atmosphere that fosters healthy relationships, trust, and mutual respect; set clear boundaries and provide observations and reflection to youth,


• Provide instruction related to core subject areas and electives according to lesson plans, IEPs and AMIkids Blended Learning Model incorporating other instructional strategies,


• Motivate and guide youth toward the successful accomplishment of established educational goals and objectives,


• Effective use of the behavior and skills training component of the personal growth model,


• Provide instruction in life skills and other career readiness curriculum as needed,


• Supervise classroom activities and computer-based assignments,


• Maintain appropriate educational materials, equipment, and resources,


• Maintain timely accurate and complete youth records (includes but not limited to lesson plans and grades),


• Serve as advisor and positive role model for youth at all times,


• Exhibit patience and empathy in appropriate situations,


• Maintain appropriate work habits, including regular and punctual attendance,


• Ensure compliance with applicable industry recognized policies/procedures/regulations,


• Actively supervise and/or coordinate day trips and special activities that involve recreational sports, facility and equipment cleaning, grounds maintenance and equipment relocation,


• Attend and maintain appropriate crisis intervention/de-escalation training and certification as defined by state and contract requirements,


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Minimum Education, Training and Experience 

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  High school diploma or equivalent required; college degree preferred, 

  
  


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  Two (2) years of experience working with youth, 

  
  

What's in it for you?
As well as gain an opportunity to make an exceptional difference in kids' lives, AMIkids offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Growth opportunities – we pride ourselves on developing our leaders from within


• Health Benefits – Medical, Dental, Vision, & Prescription Drug plan options; Health Spending Account, Company paid Life Insurance and AD&D


• PTO & Paid Holidays


• Wellness Benefits – EAP, Health Coaching, Stress Management Programs, etc.


• Employer Funded Pension Plan, Voluntary 403(B) Retirement Plan, Student Loan Forgiveness Program


• Pet Insurance, World Travel Assistance, Car Rental discounts, Gym Membership discounts, and more