Kids' College Teacher

At Amarillo College, our mission is: ​Transforming our community and economy through learning, innovation, and achievement. ​Every team member, regardless of job title or duties, is responsible first and foremost, for assisting students in every way.

This is an exciting time to work for Amarillo College! We are seeking our next Part-Time Kids' College Teachers who will be all-in on our mission and who will be creative, work well with children, and have a diverse skill set to share with others. Kids College classes included but are not limited to: sports, education, fitness, culinary, arts, computer, coding and painting.

Requirements

EDUCATION:

• Preferred: High School Diploma or GED.

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING:

• Preferred: Successful Teaching Experience & First Aid and CPR Certification.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Report directly to the Kids' College Coordinator.
• Establish clear rules and expectations of the program with students.
• Maintain order and structure during class.
• Be actively engaged and involved with students each day.
• Prepare lesson plans prior to class time.
• Be flexible with lesson plan and activity changes.
• Ensure space is safe, clean and organized.
• Participate in and complete performance assessments/evaluations as assigned.
• As an Amarillo College employee, seek knowledge of and pledge to actively engage in a culture of caring striving to serve students, peers and the community by embracing the AC Core Values: Wow, Family, Fun, Innovation, and Yes!

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Possess excellent communication, oral and social skills.
• Maintain a positive attitude under stress.
• Be adaptable when dealing with a variety of ages.
• Able to follow directions and chain of command.

Notice: Applicants selected for employment will be required to undergo a pre-employment criminal history background check and possibly a pre-employment drug test.

Salary: Amarillo College Staff Salary Schedule Pay grade 8 (salary is determined by human resources based on education, work experience and equity).

Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to travel between offices and buildings, and requires the ability to lift, carry, push, pull and/or maneuver office supplies as needed. Possess the ability to walk, bend, stand, squat or sit on the floor (with students). Be able to physically respond quickly in an emergency.

Salary: Aligned with the current published salary scale for the represented position grade, commensurate with experience.

Commitment Statement: Amarillo College is dedicated to building a workforce that embraces a wide range of backgrounds and experiences, fostering a culturally aware team at every organizational level. Our goal is a faculty and staff that mirrors the distinctiveness of our community and is continually enhancing their skills and knowledge to better serve our entire student population.

Promotional Opportunity Policy: Under the Amarillo College Promotional Opportunity Policy, only current appointed or part-time non-appointed employees will be considered for a position during the first five (5) working days from notice or posting.

Benefits

Part-time employees are entitled to a free membership at First Bank Southwest Fitness center, Free tuition up to 6 credits per semester, and a generous retirement plan.