The Academic Instructor is responsible for delivering lessons in mathematics, reading, and other core subjects to help students overcome academic difficulties. They manage classroom discipline, track student performance, and coordinate with career tech instructors for curriculum development.
Requirements summary
Candidates must possess a bachelor's degree in education or an equivalent combination of experience and education, along with a valid state driver's license. A minimum of one to two years of related experience in education and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications are required.
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, Employability Skills, Health Education, Driver's Education or HSD/HSE. Conducts and manages academic classes.
Brief Description of Duties Performs as an instructor in a regular classroom setting, presenting instruction in the area of Reading, Mathematics, Workplace Communications, Career Success Standards, 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 career success standards (CSS).
Provides regular feedback to student employees regarding appropriate CSS.
Works toward meeting performance standard goals, learning gains, HSD/HSE, trade completion, and career technical certification.
Conducts audits of ATARS; develops corrective action as needed.
Follows CDSS plan and Code of Conduct system daily.
Assists with quarterly graduation exercises.
Adheres to required property control policies and procedures.
Maintains good housekeeping in all areas and complies with safety practices Complies with all DOL guidelines, OFCCP regulation, Quality Assurance Plan (QAP), Serrato policies and procedures, Job Corps notices and bulletins, and Center policies and procedures.
Benefits
Accident Insurance
Critical Illness Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Holidays
Paid Time Off
Vision Insurance
Medical Insurance
Basic Life Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Short Term Disability
Long Term Disability
Hsa
Fsa
401(k) Retirement Plan With Company Match
Employee Assistance Counseling Service
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.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
Proficiency with advanced Microsoft Office applications including Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel.
Computer Literacy with basic computer functions, email, internet, and basic programs such as Adobe Acrobat.
Strong knowledge of subject area of instruction and academic teaching practices.
High level of communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
High level of ability to motivate, inspire, and educate students effectively.
Experience 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 Paid Short Term / Long Term Disability and Basic Life Insurance. Health care insurance available (medical, dental, vision, critical illness, accident, HSA, and FSA) Paid Holidays Paid Time Off 401(k) retirement plan with company match Tuition Reimbursement Employee Assistance Counseling Service Programs Available Disclaimers Serrato Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer #INDNT
Serrato Corporation conducts background checks and drug screens.
Market context
Kansas classroom teacher market context
In Kansas, classroom teacher openings are often shaped by district staffing needs, licensure requirements, and school-year hiring cycles, with candidates competing on subject fit, classroom experience, and certification status. This role is competitive because schools typically look for educators who can manage instruction, student support, and compliance with district expectations; in this posting, the requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original job description to save you research time. Before applying, confirm your credentials align with the listed qualifications and be ready to show relevant teaching or instructional experience.
