Job Title: Instructor for our a la carte Classes Program

Location: Bristol, CT

About Us: Redwoods Homeschool Community is a Christian ministry and organization that serves homeschooling families through community connection and support. We are dedicated to offering high-quality instruction in a supportive and enriching environment through our a la carte Classes Program. We aim to come alongside families with students ages 6-18 to reach their full potential and achieve academic success.

Position Overview: We are currently seeking passionate and experienced instructors to join our a la carte Classes Program. Instructors will teach a minimum of two classes and up to five classes on one day of the week for 14 weeks of each semester. Each class may have between 8-14 students. We are seeking tutors in the following subject areas: music, art, drama, physical education, science, and foreign language. We also welcome applications from individuals with expertise and passion in additional subjects not listed. Classes are categorized as enrichment, elective, or core.

Responsibilities:

• Plan and deliver engaging and interactive lessons for your classes
• Create a supportive learning environment that fosters student engagement and participation
• Adapt teaching methods and materials to meet the diverse needs and learning styles of students
• Provide feedback and support to students to help them achieve academic success and personal growth
• Collaborate with program staff and parents to support student learning and development
• Provide class description and outline prior to the posting of the a la carte Classes Program schedule
• Provide basic lesson plans prior to the start of classes
• Be committed to classes and students
• Complete MinistrySafe Awareness Course and pass a background check
• Attend mandatory teacher meetings, at least one per semester

Qualifications:

• Experience in education is preferred
• Previous teaching or tutoring experience in the subject area
• Passion for teaching and a commitment to student success
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational and time management abilities
• Ability to work effectively with students of varying ages and abilities
• Flexibility and adaptability in a dynamic educational environment

Additional Information:

• Applicants must be able to sign in agreement to our Statement of Faith and pass a background check
• Complete MinistrySafe Awareness Course upon hiring
• This is a part- time position
• Classes will be held at Liberty Baptist Church in Bristol on Wednesdays
• There may be opportunities for additional days of classes in the future
• Compensation will be commensurate with experience and qualifications

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should complete the application. We will conduct prescreening phone calls and qualified candidates will be scheduled an interview. A cover letter, resume, and references will be submitted prior to the interview. Passing a background check is required.

Application Deadline: December 4th, 2024

Join our team and make a difference in the lives of homeschooling students! We look forward to receiving your application.