What are the responsibilities and job description for the Academic Instructor (61733) position at ADAMS AND ASSOCIATES INC?
Make a Difference Every Day ✨ | Academic Instructor – Career Education Center
Make a difference where it matters most ✨
We’re seeking a passionate Academic Instructor to empower students, build confidence, and guide them toward achieving their educational and career goals 📚🎯
The Woodland Job Corps Center, located in Laurel, Maryland, sits on 33 acres of suburban land and is dedicated to making a meaningful difference in the lives of the young people we serve. Our center provides students with the opportunity to earn their high school diploma or equivalent while gaining hands-on training in a variety of in-demand fields, including Culinary Arts, Security and Protective Services, HVAC, Landscaping, Electrical, Hospitality, and Building and Construction.
At Woodland Job Corps, we are committed to supporting students not only in their academic journey but also in their personal growth and life skills development. Join us as we empower the next generation to build brighter futures.
WHY WORK FOR US?
• Competitive pay and health benefits - we offer a free medical, dental, and vision package to non-exempt staff!
• Wellness discount programs
• 401k with up to a 5% match and Roth IRA option
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• A beautiful 33-acre campus, ideal for meal break walks
• Located less than 10 minutes from the Ft Meade Army Base
• A courteous, team-oriented staff culture
About the Role
As an Academic Instructor, you will play a key role in helping students achieve academic success and career readiness within our Career Education Center. You will deliver engaging instruction, provide individualized academic support, and help students progress toward GED/HSD completion while strengthening literacy and numeracy skills.
This is more than a teaching role—it’s an opportunity to mentor, motivate, and transform lives.
What You’ll Do
- Deliver engaging, student-centered instruction focused on GED/HSD completion and academic growth
- Develop individualized learning and achievement plans for students
- Provide case management to track progress and support student success
- Integrate applied academics with Career Technical Training (CTT) programs
- Maintain a structured, positive, and safe classroom environment
- Support and enforce behavioral and academic standards
- Mentor students using Career Success Standards (PRH guidelines)
- Monitor, document, and report student progress with accuracy and integrity
- Collaborate with instructors and staff across departments
- Identify challenges early and implement effective solutions
- Support overall center performance goals and student achievement outcomes
What We’re Looking For
- Passion for education and student success
- Strong classroom management and communication skills
- Ability to motivate and engage diverse learners
- Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills
- Commitment to accountability, structure, and integrity
- Experience in education, training, tutoring, or youth development preferred
Why This Role Matters
You’ll be helping students build the academic foundation they need for a successful future—both in education and in the workforce.
Qualifications:Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution required
- Master’s degree preferred
- A valid Maryland teaching license is required and must be obtained to meet employment eligibility requirements
- Previous teaching experience required
- Job Corps experience preferred
“Adams and Associates, Inc. abides by the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.” This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Salary : $60,000