Instructor

$52,000 - $62,400/Yr

Workfaith Birmingham - Houston, TX

Full-time - Entry Level

Remote - Houston, TX

Social Assistance

About the position

The Contract Instructor at WorkFaith Connection plays a crucial role in providing faith-based training and coaching to individuals seeking long-term employment. This position involves delivering engaging instruction in various job search strategies and maintaining a supportive learning environment. The instructor will work both in-person and virtually, adapting to the needs of clients and the organization.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging instruction in assigned courses such as job search strategies, resume writing, and interview skills.
• Adhere to the provided curriculum while maintaining the integrity of course content.
• Exhibit professionalism in all interactions with clients, staff, and volunteers.
• Report any concerns or issues to leadership during training sessions.
• Notify leadership of any planned time off or scheduling conflicts at least 2-4 weeks in advance.
• Commit to scheduled training assignments and ensure consistent attendance.
• Stay updated on changes to course material and integrate them into instruction as needed.
• Collaborate with leadership to maintain a safe and supportive environment for clients.
• Respect the privacy of clients, staff, and volunteers by maintaining confidentiality.
• Assist in securing and adequately using WorkFaith's programs, equipment, and materials.
• Administer exit surveys to gather feedback from participants at the end of each course.
• Provide attendance and demographic data for each training session to leadership.
• Travel to various on-site locations to deliver in-person training as scheduled.
• Ensure reliable internet access and proficiency in virtual platforms for online training.
• Adapt to variable work conditions based on the nature of each assignment.

Requirements

• 2 to 5 years of experience in instruction, training, counseling, or related social services fields is strongly preferred.
• A college degree is preferred, but experience may be substituted for education.
• Proficient in active listening, written communication, public speaking, and building trust.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook); intermediate Information Systems experience preferred.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal abilities when engaging with diverse individuals.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Must be able to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines professionally.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in faith-based training or coaching is a plus.
• Familiarity with job market trends and interview techniques.

Benefits

• Flexible schedule