Career & Technical Culinary Instructor (At Risk Group Care) - AMIKids Space Coast

Position Summary The role of the Career & Technical Instructor is to serve in the instruction, training, and guidance of youth within a trade or industry.
Responsible for adhering to recognized industry standards, trade and training specifications in compliance with instructional guidelines.
This position travels to various location within the county to provide services.
Essential Job Duties Actively ensure interactions reflect Kids First, Safety, Family, Relationships, Meaningful Participation, Challenge and Engaged Environment and Community Involvement, Interactions with youth shall maintain an environment that provides a physically/emotionally safe space for youth and effective learning, growth, and progress toward individualized goals, Model supportive, consistent, respectful behavior with all parties to ensure an atmosphere that fosters healthy relationships, trust, and mutual respect; set clear boundaries and provide observations and reflection to youth while fostering equity and diversity, Instruct and oversee youth training in identified career and technical development, Assess and evaluate academic needs of youth; provide professional instruction and teaching to a diverse population as appropriate, Advise youth on career options including providing guidance and suggestions regarding future coursework, possible specializations, and other career-related topics, Provide instruction related to identified career and technical development according to lesson plans, Individual Education Plans (IEP) and AMIkids Blended Learning Model incorporating other instructional strategies, Design hands-on lesson plans that allow for youth to apply proper use of tools, equipment, technology and techniques necessary to perform the tasks required of the industry, Create and administer oral, written or performance exams to evaluate the effectiveness of lesson plans and youth progress, Ensure compliance with applicable industry recognized policies/procedures/regulations, Motivate and guide youth toward the successful accomplishment of established goals and objectives, Effective use of the Behavior Modification System by providing redirection and coaching to youth, Ensure proper use and care of PPE, physical equipment, and materials; avoid or minimize any potential risk to youth or equipment damage, Maintain appropriate training materials, equipment and resources and inventory, Maintain timely accurate and complete youth records (includes but not limited to lesson plans and grades), Document youth industry recognized certification into the national registry, Serve as advisor and positive role model for youth at all times, Attend and maintain appropriate crisis intervention/de-escalation training and certification, Attend and maintain CPR and First Aid certification by nationally recognized organization, Maintain cleanliness of classroom and/or work areas, Maintain appropriate work habits, including regular and punctual attendance, Actively supervise/coordinate day trips and special activities that involve recreational sports, facility and equipment cleaning, grounds maintenance and equipment relocation, Drive program’s vehicles as required in accordance with AMIkids transportation guidelines, Assist with special projects and other duties as assigned.
Minimum Education, Training and Experience High School diploma/GED, Associate or Bachelor’s degree preferred, Two (2) years relevant experience, Prior experience working with youth a plus, Ability to obtain and maintain industry specific recognized credentials.
What's in it for you? As well as gain an opportunity to make an exceptional difference in kids' lives, AMIkids offers a comprehensive benefits package including: Growth opportunities – we pride ourselves on developing our leaders from within Health Benefits – Medical, Dental, Vision, & Prescription Drug plan options; Health Spending Account, Company paid Life Insurance and AD&D PTO & Paid Holidays Wellness Benefits – EAP, Health Coaching, Stress Management Programs, etc.
Employer Funded Pension Plan, Voluntary 403(B) Retirement Plan, Student Loan Forgiveness Program Pet Insurance, World Travel Assistance, Car Rental discounts, Gym Membership discounts, and more.
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org/Our-Careers/why-amikids/benefits Education Required High School or better in General Preferred Associates or better in General Bachelors or better in General Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.
However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.
41 CFR 60-1.
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