Teacher-Mentor

The Teacher-Mentor serves the organization’s mission by developing relationships with youth in public schools to equip students to be thriving contributors in their community. The Teacher-Mentor will work primarily with middle and high school students, and secondarily elementary students. The primary objective is to help students complete high school graduation with a post-secondary plan for their future.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Responsibilities

• Teach and manage classrooms professionally in accordance with Elevate Jacksonville standards and training along with the standards of the Duval County Public School system.
• Keeps records of program implementation as required. Ensure that the administration is accurate, consistent, and timely.
• On-time participation in meetings and job location, attentive, and participates in various meetings, classes, and other activities.
• Establish and build mentoring relationships with students to produce positive life-change in youth.
• Serve as positive role model and leader for Elevate Jacksonville students. Demonstrate Elevate Jacksonville ethics, character qualities and behaviors.
• Fulfill other responsibilities as assigned. Professionally represent Elevate Jacksonville in site visits and community functions.
• Attend trainings by Elevate USA and Elevate Jacksonville as required. Some travel outside Florida required.

Essential Job Requirements

• Education: Four-year college degree or 5+ years measured, proven experience. Teaching experience preferred, but not required.
• Experience: Minimum three years’ experience in youth service; certifications or education in youth services.
• Commitment: Willingness to provide 24/7 availability to support student relationships, including summer programs. This is a 12-month position.
• MVR: Present and maintain a Valid Florida Driver’s License and Proof of Insurance. Must have a driving record acceptable to our insurer.
• Driving: Ability to drive students in Elevate Jacksonville fleet (buses and mini- vans) and personal vehicle, if available.

Required Competences, Abilities and Skills

• Commitment to help positively change culture and graduation rates
• Ability to manage variety of projects and goals along with personal and team
• Software skills including: Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Powerpoint
• Ability to travel out of state for occasional training

Benefits

• Competitive salary based upon education and experience
• Employer-paid health and life insurance for employee (opportunity for employee to pay premium for dental/vision and spouse/family coverage).
• 401k retirement plan with employer match
• Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays