POSITION PURPOSE: To assess the educational needs of each student in care, to monitor their academic progress and to plan and provide enrichment activities to help them meet their education goals.

EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Full time, Non-Exempt

PAY: $21.15/hr based on experience

JOB SPECIFIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• A Bachelor’s degree in education or other closely related field or a minimum of 5 years working with children in the education field. (Preference will be given to a certified teacher.)
• Experience developing and implementing programming for children.
• Ability to work with other professionals, particularly in an interdisciplinary team approach.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assess the educational needs of each child in care, with emphasis on children in the emotional support and assessment center, and help develop programs to support the child’s educational success.
• Will address issues with enrollment of children or with the school.
• Monitor academic and behavioral progress of Children’s Home children and youth in school including keeping their green notebooks updated.
• Advocate for children that need educational testing and plans and ensure that accommodations and/or supports are in place.
• Develop and maintain an education portfolio and ensure that it is part of the aftercare plan
• Document services children, youth and young adults pregnant and parenting have in the education system.

Full Job Description

General Qualifications for All Employees of The Children’s Home of Lubbock:

• Must be 21 years of age per licensing standards.
• Be able to read, write and communicate with co-workers, medical personnel and other persons necessary to care for the young adult’s needs.
• Have a Valid Texas Driver’s License.
• Exhibit behavior and health status that does not present a danger to young adult in care.
• Meet the requirements of licensing standards in regards to a criminal background check.
• Be physically, mentally and emotionally capable of performing assigned tasks and have the skills necessary to perform assigned tasks.
• Commit to the seven values of Sanctuary: Non-Violence, Emotional Intelligence, Social Learning, Democracy, Open Communication, Social Responsibility, and Growth and Change.
• Complete a notarized Licensing Affidavit for Applicants for Employment

Applicants must submit the last five years of employment history.

Full-Time employees are eligible for medical coverage options, dental, EAP, life and long term disability, 401(k), paid holidays, paid time off for vacation and sick, wellness, self-care, and recognition programs.

If you choose to fill out the PDF application, please email finished application to Leslie Hernandez.