Purpose:

This role is a critical position for the academic programs at Atlas School, LLC (Atlas) and the person selected will be an expert in their subject area. The person fulfilling this role must be an effective classroom/student manager with the ability to be adaptable to a variety of situations and to relate well to students, other faculty, and the administration of the school. This person must also believe in and follow the mission and educational objectives of the school, maintain strong attention to the school policies and procedures, and always maintain a professional attitude. People fulfilling this role are expected to follow regulatory body standards and must serve as examples to their students by modeling appropriate workplace skills, language, attire, and other employer expectations in their students’ chosen career training area.

This position is funded through a federal grant by the Economic Development Association. The role will work closely with Atlas Administration to ensure Grant requirements are met. In addition to meeting the standard requirements of teaching and curriculum development of Atlas Instructional Faculty, this position will interface with partners and corporates to understand training needs and, when appropriate, liaise with additional subject matter experts to design, build, and deliver training to corporate partners.

• Impact Lives Every Day: As an instructor, you'll play a pivotal role in molding the next generation of software engineers. Witness the transformation of eager students into skilled software engineers and know that you've made a lasting impact on their careers.
• Community Development: Beyond the classroom, you'll actively contribute to the growth and development of our local community.
• Mission-Driven Excellence: Our institution is rooted in a strong mission to provide quality education and uphold core values like respect, integrity, teamwork, and customer service. As an instructor, you'll embody these principles and inspire your students to do the same.
• Continuous Professional Development: We're committed to your growth. Our education reimbursement programs for employees empower you to continue your professional journey while you inspire others to start theirs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities - Instruction & Curriculum

• Deliver curriculum in accordance with the approved syllabi, according to program objectives and timelines.
• Employ appropriate instructional methodologies and learning strategies to communicate subject matter to students and modifies where appropriate to meet diverse students’ needs.
• Maintain and submit accurate student and instructional records for each course according to established deadlines.
• Evaluate student performance in a timely manner to determine progress, provide feedback and make suggestions for improvement to promote maximum learning.
• Encourage the development of communication and critical thinking skills through appropriate assignments.
• Supervise independent or group projects and other academic related activities as necessary.
• Discuss concerns and/or problems directly or indirectly with students, as related to their individual learning experience and the achievement of satisfactory academic progress.
• Plan and assign student activities in synchronous and asynchronous class settings in order to attain the breadth and depth of the program objectives and outcomes.
• Provide individualized tutorial and/or remedial instruction.
• Assist in the development and revision of curriculum, instructional materials, and evaluation tools in collaboration with other faculty members.
• Maintain records of student progress and performance, attendance and grades.
• Record and provide attendance data in accordance with Atlas School policies and procedures.
• Exhibit a professional demeanor and serve as a role model for students.
• Provide a copy of all lesson plans to the DOE or their designee.
• Participate in regularly scheduled meetings with the DOE or their designee.
• Post and maintain office hours.

Work Activities

• Ensure students have received a copy of the approved course syllabus on the first day of each course
• Inform students of the requirements and expectations of each class
• Teach courses in their subject area both online and/or on ground
• Assess each student’s progress and advise them of this progress on at least a weekly basis
• Report to the DOE (or their designee) and Student Services about any problems that hinder student performance in class including academic, attendance, behavioral problems, etc.
• Assess and provide students’ a progress report by reviewing graded assignments, projects, and other work
• Stay informed about changes and innovations in their field and the world of education
• Attend all scheduled meetings and in-service training
• Be familiar with the catalog and properly enforce the policies of the school
• Call and/or email students regarding their absences
• Make decisions and solve problems
• Communicate with supervisors, peers, and students
• Maintain educational documentation (i.e.: records, reports, notes, and/or files)
• Use motivational techniques in education
• Use interpersonal communication techniques
• Use library or online internet research techniques
• Establish and maintain professional relationships with students

Work Context

• Requires sitting
• Requires public speaking
• Requires telephone and multimedia conversations
• Requires face-to-face and virtual discussions with individuals and teams
• Requires making decisions that make an impact on the results of students, co-workers, and/or the company
• Requires meeting strict deadlines
• Requires coordinating or leading others in accomplishing work activities
• Requires working indoors and/or remotely

Qualifications:

Education and Experience

Minimally, the individual shall meet at least one of the following qualifications:

1. Be a graduate of a recognized college or university and hold a baccalaureate degree with a minimum of 12 credit hours in a field directly related to the subject(s) the individual is teaching and,
2. Have two years’ minimum full-time work experience within the last seven years in the field in which the individual is teaching or,
3. If the instructor does not have an education, they must have 3 years’ minimum full-time work experience within the last seven years in the field in which the individual is teaching.

Additional Requirements

• Great oral and written communication skills in English
• Mastery in the programming language(s) being utilized in assigned courses.
• Curriculum development experience strongly preferred

Professional Judgement Consideration of Education and Experience

The aforementioned requirements could be overridden if the school presents comprehensive, evidence-based documentation that the applicant has met other requirements sufficiently to provide adequate instruction in the subjects being taught, as approved by the Board. A person may be “conditionally” hired under this provision and will not be considered an employee or be able to work in the compacity instructor until OBPVS approves/recognizes the applicant as meeting the Board’s faculty requirements. After Board recognition, the applicant’s status will change from conditionally hired to employed.

Skills:

Basic Skills

• Active Learning: Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
• Active Listening: Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
• Critical Thinking: Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
• Learning Strategies: Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new things.
• Monitoring: Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
• Reading Comprehension: Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
• Speaking: Talking to others to convey information effectively.
• Writing: Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.

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Social Skills

• Coordination: Adjusting actions in correlation to others' actions.
• Instructing: Teaching others how to do something.
• Service Orientation: Actively looking for ways to help people.

Resource Management

• Time Management: Managing one's own time and the time of others.

Required Knowledge:

• Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.

Tools:

• Desktop Computers
• Laptop Computers
• Tablets

Maintaining Job Qualification Requirements Year-Over-Year:

Professional Development/Growth Requirements

Individuals fulfilling this position are required to maintain professional development. Documentation providing proof of professional development must be provided to the Executive Director and a copy will be maintained in the respective employees’ employment file. Professional development activities need to occur minimally, twice a year. Acceptable activities include but are not limited to the following activities.

1. Current and active membership in professional organizations.
2. Attend webinars or meetings of professional organizations.
3. Review and apply relevant research.
4. Pursue continuing education or training in their respective fields.
5. Attend relevant IT related conferences.
6. Take relevant courses and/or certification exams.

In-Service Training Requirements

In-service training is provided to individuals fulfilling this position to enhance their skills in developing and using electronically delivered, online, or other forms of distance education. Atlas School provides its employees with access to webinars, training sessions, whitepapers, and a collection of professional educational materials to keep abreast of current trends, developments, techniques, research, and experimentation. Employees must attend a minimum of one (1) in- service training per year. Proof of attendance and/or training must be provided to the Executive Director. A copy of the documentation will be maintained in the respective employees’ employment file.