Serrato Corporation·Manhattan, Kansas
Provide substitute instruction in subjects such as Mathematics, Reading, and Career Success Standards to help students overcome academic difficulties. Manage classroom discipline, maintain student records, and coordinate with career tech instructors for curriculum development.
This position is an on-call position and is distinguished from an Academic Instructor in that work is on an as-needed basis. Prescribes individual and/or group lessons designed to assist students in overcoming specific difficulties in mathematics and reading. Provides instruction to students enrolled in Reading, Mathematics, Workplace Communications, Career Success Standards (CSS), Health Education, Driver's Education, or HSD/HSE. Conducts and manages academic classes.
Brief Description of Duties
Performs as an instructor, as needed in a substitute capacity, in a regular classroom setting, presenting instruction in the area of Reading, Mathematics, Workplace Communications, CSS, Health Education, Driver's Education, or HSD/HSE.
Endeavors to promote a positive and desirable atmosphere within the classroom setting, ensuring maximum student motivation.
Maintains a high degree of discipline within the classroom in order to ensure maximum learning.
Establishes a high degree of student/instructor rapport.
Works directly with the career tech instructors in coordinating curriculum development.
Utilizes all possible curricular resource available at the Center.
Makes adequate preparation for classroom.
Maintains students' personal folders, recording personal data, including test scores, evaluations, incident reports, achievement awards, and any other pertinent information concerning students.
Records attendance in CIS.
Participates in ESP's (evaluation of student performance).
Evaluates student employee's performance in academics and CSS.
Provides regular feedback to student employees regarding appropriate CSS.
Works toward meeting performance management goals.
Follows CDSS plan and Code of Conduct system daily.
Assists with quarterly graduation exercises.
Complies with all DOL guidelines, OFCCP regulations, Job Corps notices and bulletins, and Center policies and procedures.
Maintains good housekeeping in all areas and complies with safety practices.
Demonstrates and abides by Serrato Corporation's core values and operating principles.
Models, mentors, monitors appropriate Career Success Standards.
Participation in PRH-mandated staff training is mandatory.
Failure to participate may result in disciplinary action up to and including termination.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum of one to two years related experience in education.
Education Bachelor's degree in education from a four-year college or university and/or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Certificates/Licenses/Registration Valid State Driver's License Certified to teach in state in which center is located (RO may waive if center is unable to hire certified teachers, but the candidate must pursue certification).
Benefits: Offered 401(k) retirement plan with company match Employee Assistance Counseling Service Programs Available
Disclaimers Serrato Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Serrato Corporation conducts background checks and drug screens.
Requires a Bachelor's degree in education or an equivalent combination of education and experience, along with one to two years of related experience. Candidates must possess a valid state driver's license and be certified to teach in the state where the center is located.
Market context
In Kansas, substitute academics instructor roles are often tied to steady school and center coverage needs, and employers typically look for candidates who can step in quickly and follow classroom routines. Competition can be stronger for applicants who already hold state teaching certification, have a bachelor’s degree in education or equivalent experience, and can meet licensing requirements. Review the AI-summarized job requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your certification status and driver’s license before applying.