ACADEMIC INSTRUCTOR

Job Location: Gresham HS - Gresham, OR 97030 Salary Range: $18.00 - $30.00 hourly Term: Summer 2026 (July 1, 2026 – August 1, 2026) Ninth Grade Counts Under general supervision of the Site Manager, Academic Instructors are responsible for designing, planning, and teaching positive activities for a diverse group of 9th graders in writing, math, learning activities, and reading. Summary of Position Metropolitan Family Service is hiring 2 part‑time, temporary Academic Instructors to lead engaging classes for approximately 15 students each, with all materials and supplies provided. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Develop and implement engaging, structured, and age‑appropriate lessons for elementary students in extended‑day classrooms. Establish and maintain positive classroom expectations and incentive programs. Follow school behavior and safety procedures to ensure student safety and maintain alignment with school‑day policies. Develop positive working relationships with students, families, teachers, school staff, custodians, and program volunteers. Maintain communication with school‑day classroom teachers as necessary. Communicate frequently with the Site Manager about student progress, successes, concerns, and overall class development. Maintain the physical classroom space to the standards of the school day teacher (if shared). Record and submit attendance daily. Pass a background check through Metropolitan Family Service and Gresham Barlow. Qualifications Experience teaching children and creating lesson plans. Desire and ability to work with children and ensure an enriching, positive, safe setting. Independent, self‑motivated, creative, and resourceful individual. Excellent organizational and interpersonal communication skills. Cooperative and able to work as part of a team. Willingness to ask questions for clarification and job completion. Demonstrated excitement, respect, and professionalism in all interactions. Enthusiasm for working in an inclusive environment with children of all backgrounds and abilities. Experience working with groups of Middle School students and strong behavior management skills. Must be at least 18 years of age. Must be legally able to work in the United States (I‑9 documentation required). Spanish speaking skills are a plus. Hours 8:00AM – 3:00PM, weekdays. Compensation $30 per hour. Equal Opportunity Employer MFS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr